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Graduating from school is a huge milestone; but for many young people, it’s followed by uncertainty. You’ve got the academic qualifications, but when it comes […]

Every young person carries a spark of potential. For some, it shines early. For others, it waits quietly, needing the right nudge to come alive. […]

Young people are recognized worldwide as engines of creativity, resilience, and change. In communities across Africa, youth are not only the inheritors of tomorrow but […]

Mentorship is powerful. A good mentor can guide, support, and completely shift the direction of someone’s life. But not all mentorship is created equal. While […]

In many African households, boys grow up learning an unwritten rule: “Be strong. Men don’t cry. Toughen up.” This mindset has been passed down through […]

Young people go through a lot. Between school, friendships, social media, and growing up, it’s easy for them to feel overwhelmed and sometimes, they don’t […]

High school is such an important stage in a young person’s life. It’s when they start figuring out who they are, what they care about, […]

Have you ever had someone at work who helped you learn something new, gave you advice, or simply cheered you on when things felt tough? […]

On February 7, 2025, Ms. Jayne Maquard, in collaboration with the Rotary Club Germany Chapter and eMentoring Africa, led a heartfelt initiative at Naivasha Prisons […]

On January 18th, we officially launched Mentors Parlour 2025 edition, and what an inspiring day it was! This first session set the stage for a […]

From December 16th to 18th, 2024, eMentoring Africa, in partnership with the Kenya Drylands Education Fund (KDEF), facilitated an inspiring three-day mentorship program in Ngurunit, […]

The Seal the Gap Teens Mentorship Boot camp, organized by eMentoring Africa, was held at St. Catherine of Siena, Kitisuru, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 […]

Background and Inspiration Born and raised in the Korogocho slums of Nairobi, Maureen grew up amid adversity. Surrounded by crime, drug abuse, and harsh realities […]

By Esther Muchiri, CEO – eMentoring Africa (10/10/24) Today was an incredible day! We joined forces for MAZINGIRA DAY, an event all about environmental conservation, […]

On September 21st, eMentoring Africa hosted a Youth Wellbeing Hike at Karura Forest, bringing together over ten young people, including eMA fellows and other participants. […]

Success is not measured by what you accomplish, but by the opposition you have encountered, and the courage with which you have maintained the struggle […]

In the heart of Nairobi lies the busy Mathare slum. The recent floods in Nairobi have turned this vibrant community into a scene of tragedy […]