VEE Kenya Mid-year Report

Village Economic Empowerment (VEE) – Mid-Year Report 2025 Summary

VEE continued to strengthen education, agriculture, and community livelihoods despite environmental and economic challenges.

Child Sponsorship: Expanded to 425 children across Karangatha, Kinare, and Bisil, with a waiting list of 46. Updated sponsorship records with missing photos and adopted a family-based enrollment approach.
Education Support: Infrastructure upgrades at Osiligi VEE Primary School included new classrooms, a library, teachers’ quarters, and repairs. Bursary and fee support ensured uninterrupted learning.
Agriculture: Potato production in Kinare and Karangatha completed three planting cycles, with best yields in Season 2. Diversification into kales, peas, and carrots is underway to mitigate climate and pest risks. Thrive gardening and greenhouse use adapted to drought conditions.
Value Addition: Partnered with KIRDI to train farmers in potato processing, packaging, and KEBS certification to access higher-value markets.
Livestock Rearing: Self-help groups in Ilbisil expanded goat and cow herds, with proposals to fund a computer training center through livestock sales.
Child Welfare: Ongoing medical and nutritional support for sponsored children, including tailored care for special cases.
Family Livelihood Support: Initiatives to help vulnerable households, such as supporting widows to start small businesses.