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10th EAPC: Brian Kagoro and the questions shaping Africa’s social change

June 11, 2026
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10th EAPC: Atti Worku to bring community perspective to philanthropy

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10th EAPC Speaker Spotlight: Dr. Hillary on evidence, learning, and social change

June 9, 2026
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10th EAPC Spotlight: Zviko Tsiga on fundraising for long-term impact

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Walking groups bring communities together to promote healthier lifestyles Millions targeted in push to expand access to eye care across four African countries Community-led fitness initiatives are providing a platform for people to pursue healthier lifestyles while building social connections. More than 200 participants from Nairobi and Mombasa demonstrated this through the 2026 Twende Karura walk, a 25-kilometre event held in Karura Forest on November 1. Organised jointly by Karura Running Club (KRC) and Mombasa Walkers Movement (MWM), the annual walk brought together members of fitness and wellness clubs from Nairobi, as well as members of the Kenya Navy. The event was supported by Britam Foundation as well as Safaricom and other partners. Participants began the walk in Nairobi’s city centre early Sunday morning before proceeding along marked trails in Karura Forest. Despite early morning showers, they completed the 25-kilometre route, using the gathering to connect with other walking groups and encourage regular physical activity. The initiative comes against a backdrop of rising concern about physical inactivity and its contribution to noncommunicable diseases (NCDs). The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that approximately 1.8 billion adults globally, or 31 per cent of the adult population, do not meet recommended physical activity levels. Insufficient physical activity increases the risk of cardiovascular diseases, type 2 diabetes and some cancers. WHO recommends that adults undertake at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity or 75 minutes of vigorous-intensity activity each week. NCDs accounted for an estimated 43 million deaths in 2021, representing 75 per cent of non-pandemic-related deaths worldwide. The figures highlight the importance of prevention measures, including making physical activity more accessible and sustainable. For Karura Running Club’s Henry Bosuben, organised group walks offer participants a practical way to maintain exercise routines while building relationships with others. “The structure and in-built system for progressive exercise make walking in groups more beneficial and helps participants achieve their exercise goals more easily. Through this walk, we are able to network and keep healthy with little effort,” said Henry. The group format provides structure and shared motivation, which can help people remain consistent with exercise. It also creates opportunities for participants to interact beyond their usual social circles. Mombasa Walkers Movement founder and chairman Major (Rtd) Abdirahman Idriss said support for community-led initiatives had helped the movement extend its reach beyond major urban centres. “The support we have received from Britam has made it possible for us to expand beyond major cities and urban centers. We want this to grow into a national event beyond Mombasa and Nairobi. Support from our partners helps us bring more people into regular movement and provide platforms for people to manage conditions like hypertension and diabetes,” he said. The organisers hope to grow the walk into a national event, bringing more communities into organised physical activity. Its expansion would also provide an opportunity for local walking groups to work together in promoting healthier routines. Through initiatives such as Twende Karura, community organisations are demonstrating how collective action can encourage people to incorporate movement into their daily lives while creating spaces for social connection and health awareness. Twende Karura walk participants

Walking groups bring communities together to promote healthier lifestyles Millions targeted in push to expand access to eye care across four African countries Community-led fitness initiatives are providing a platform for people to pursue healthier lifestyles while building social connections. More than 200 participants from Nairobi and Mombasa demonstrated this through the 2026 Twende Karura walk, a 25-kilometre event held in Karura Forest on November 1. Organised jointly by Karura Running Club (KRC) and Mombasa Walkers Movement (MWM), the annual walk brought together members of fitness and wellness clubs from Nairobi, as well as members of the Kenya Navy. The event was supported by Britam Foundation as well as Safaricom and other partners. Participants began the walk in Nairobi’s city centre early Sunday morning before proceeding along marked trails in Karura Forest. Despite early morning showers, they completed the 25-kilometre route, using the gathering to connect with other walking groups and encourage regular physical activity. The initiative comes against a backdrop of rising concern about physical inactivity and its contribution to noncommunicable diseases (NCDs). The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that approximately 1.8 billion adults globally, or 31 per cent of the adult population, do not meet recommended physical activity levels. Insufficient physical activity increases the risk of cardiovascular diseases, type 2 diabetes and some cancers. WHO recommends that adults undertake at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity or 75 minutes of vigorous-intensity activity each week. NCDs accounted for an estimated 43 million deaths in 2021, representing 75 per cent of non-pandemic-related deaths worldwide. The figures highlight the importance of prevention measures, including making physical activity more accessible and sustainable. For Karura Running Club’s Henry Bosuben, organised group walks offer participants a practical way to maintain exercise routines while building relationships with others. “The structure and in-built system for progressive exercise make walking in groups more beneficial and helps participants achieve their exercise goals more easily. Through this walk, we are able to network and keep healthy with little effort,” said Henry. The group format provides structure and shared motivation, which can help people remain consistent with exercise. It also creates opportunities for participants to interact beyond their usual social circles. Mombasa Walkers Movement founder and chairman Major (Rtd) Abdirahman Idriss said support for community-led initiatives had helped the movement extend its reach beyond major urban centres. “The support we have received from Britam has made it possible for us to expand beyond major cities and urban centers. We want this to grow into a national event beyond Mombasa and Nairobi. Support from our partners helps us bring more people into regular movement and provide platforms for people to manage conditions like hypertension and diabetes,” he said. The organisers hope to grow the walk into a national event, bringing more communities into organised physical activity. Its expansion would also provide an opportunity for local walking groups to work together in promoting healthier routines. Through initiatives such as Twende Karura, community organisations are demonstrating how collective action can encourage people to incorporate movement into their daily lives while creating spaces for social connection and health awareness.

Judy Ndunge November 5, 2026
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Read More Read more about Walking groups bring communities together to promote healthier lifestyles Millions targeted in push to expand access to eye care across four African countries Community-led fitness initiatives are providing a platform for people to pursue healthier lifestyles while building social connections. More than 200 participants from Nairobi and Mombasa demonstrated this through the 2026 Twende Karura walk, a 25-kilometre event held in Karura Forest on November 1. Organised jointly by Karura Running Club (KRC) and Mombasa Walkers Movement (MWM), the annual walk brought together members of fitness and wellness clubs from Nairobi, as well as members of the Kenya Navy. The event was supported by Britam Foundation as well as Safaricom and other partners. Participants began the walk in Nairobi’s city centre early Sunday morning before proceeding along marked trails in Karura Forest. Despite early morning showers, they completed the 25-kilometre route, using the gathering to connect with other walking groups and encourage regular physical activity. The initiative comes against a backdrop of rising concern about physical inactivity and its contribution to noncommunicable diseases (NCDs). The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that approximately 1.8 billion adults globally, or 31 per cent of the adult population, do not meet recommended physical activity levels. Insufficient physical activity increases the risk of cardiovascular diseases, type 2 diabetes and some cancers. WHO recommends that adults undertake at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity or 75 minutes of vigorous-intensity activity each week. NCDs accounted for an estimated 43 million deaths in 2021, representing 75 per cent of non-pandemic-related deaths worldwide. The figures highlight the importance of prevention measures, including making physical activity more accessible and sustainable. For Karura Running Club’s Henry Bosuben, organised group walks offer participants a practical way to maintain exercise routines while building relationships with others. “The structure and in-built system for progressive exercise make walking in groups more beneficial and helps participants achieve their exercise goals more easily. Through this walk, we are able to network and keep healthy with little effort,” said Henry. The group format provides structure and shared motivation, which can help people remain consistent with exercise. It also creates opportunities for participants to interact beyond their usual social circles. Mombasa Walkers Movement founder and chairman Major (Rtd) Abdirahman Idriss said support for community-led initiatives had helped the movement extend its reach beyond major urban centres. “The support we have received from Britam has made it possible for us to expand beyond major cities and urban centers. We want this to grow into a national event beyond Mombasa and Nairobi. Support from our partners helps us bring more people into regular movement and provide platforms for people to manage conditions like hypertension and diabetes,” he said. The organisers hope to grow the walk into a national event, bringing more communities into organised physical activity. Its expansion would also provide an opportunity for local walking groups to work together in promoting healthier routines. Through initiatives such as Twende Karura, community organisations are demonstrating how collective action can encourage people to incorporate movement into their daily lives while creating spaces for social connection and health awareness.