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Who We Are

About Kyeni International Organization (KIO)

Kyeni – A Kamba word meaning “Light”

Kyeni International Organization (KIO) is a Christian, community-centered nonprofit and Holistic Ministry committed to transforming the lives of Orphaned and Vulnerable Children (OVC) and widows in Kenya. Our story began in 2002 with the founding of Makobe Children’s Home in Kwale County, with support from Baraka Foundation.Originally home to girls orphaned by HIV/AIDS, the home later welcomed boys and also served as a rescue center for girls escaping FGM and early marriage.

Our Guiding Philosophy

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Inspired by John 10:10: “I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.” We believe every child and widow should experience the fullness of life—physically, emotionally, spiritually, and economically.

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What We Do
To achieve “life in its fullness”, KIO implements programs in:
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Education and Training
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Social Care and Protection
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Poverty Alleviation
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Spiritual Ministry
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Reached 100+ OVCs, many now educated and employed
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Built a school that changed a village and prevented its closure
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Helped revive a ghost shopping center through school activity
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Provided a sense of belonging, security, and spiritual purpose
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Built a school that changed a village and prevented its closure
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Why Our Work Matters

Why We Exist

Kenya faces multiple challenges—poverty, drought, disease, HIV/AIDS, and harmful cultural practices—that leave millions of children orphaned or at risk. Over 3.6 million children in Kenya are considered OVCs. Many lack access to school, healthcare, and protection. Some, especially girls, face FGM, early marriage, and abuse.

KIO exists to break this cycle, by giving children a chance to grow, learn, and thrive—and by empowering widows and guardians to support themselves and their families.
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Stories of Transformation

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University Graduate
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From Makobe Children’s Home to ECD teacher with a bachelor's degree. “Your support gave me Jesus, an education, and purpose. I am now giving back as a teacher and role model.”
Margaret Saumu
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Margaret Saumu
University Graduate
From Makobe Home to Multimedia University student with dreams of becoming a Swahili news anchor. “KIO turned on the light in my life and gave me the gift of education.”
Valentine Mantaine Koyionte
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Valentine Mantaine Koyionte
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From near child marriage to a student at Kyeni Girls' High School. Rescued from FGM and early marriage, Valentine says: “I'm glad to be called a student and thank God for the opportunity to study. Pray for me that I will make a difference in my community.”