Jenga Matendo is dedicated to transforming lives by turning talent, creativity, and determination into lasting opportunities.

Through compassion, mentorship, and education, vulnerable children are finding hope and the courage to shape their own future.

At Jenga Matendo , we empower children to use their talents and creativity as a pathway toward independence and positive change.

At Jenga Matendo , we empower children to use their talents and creativity as a pathway toward independence and positive change.

Every child deserves a chance to learn, dream, and succeed. Together, we can create opportunities that change lives forever

Through community support and mentorship, vulnerable children are gaining confidence and discovering the power of teamwork and creativity.

By investing in children today, we are building stronger families, empowered communities, and a future filled with hope, dignity, and opportunity for all.

Jenga Matendo is committed to protecting, educating, and empowering vulnerable children through creativity, mentorship, and life-changing opportunities

Through skills development and community support, Jenga Matendo is helping children turn their talents into opportunities for a better tomorrow

At Jenga Matendo , we give children hope by creating safe spaces where they can learn, grow, and discover their talents despite the challenges around them.

Jenga Matendo (CBO) believes that every child has potential. Through creativity, learning, and practical skills, we are empowering vulnerable children to build a brighter and self-reliant future

Through the JengaMatendo Project, we give children a chance to shine through art. Every drawing, every sculpture tells a story of hope and dreams hidden within them.

We see their smiles, their talents growing, and their dreams unfolding step by step. Art is their light — and we are here to nurture it.

Thank you for supporting us in giving these children a brighter tomorrow!

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This talented community artist uses painting and sculpture to tell stories of hope, culture, and identity. Despite limited resources, he creates impressive artworks that inspire children and youth in Kakuma to believe in their own abilities. His creativity reflects the mission of Jenga Matendo Project—to empower and uplift the community through art, learning, and expression.

Jenga Matendo Project, we believe that children learn best when they are given the space to create, explore, and express themselves.

In this photo, a young artist in Kakuma is busy shaping clay into beautiful sculptures using simple tools and natural materials. His work shows passion, focus, and great imagination.

Through activities like sculpture and art, we are helping children build:

Creativity
Confidence
Hands-on learning skills
Positive emotional development

Through this project, we empower women, youth, and children using art, sewing, creativity, and basic educational activities. We also run a children’s creative-learning program known as Kakuma Kids TV, which is part of the projec

In Kakuma Camp, the hands of refugee mothers are shaping hope.
Through handcraft skills training, they gain resilience, income opportunities, and the strength to support their children.
With greater support, we can reach more women and transform more lives.

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In Kakuma Camp, mothers carry strength in their hands.
Through simple knitting sessions, they rebuild confidence, learn new skills, and create a sense of dignity and community — even amid displacement.
With more support, we can expand these safe spaces and empower more women to earn, heal, and provide for their children.

In Kakuma Camp, mothers carry strength in their hands.
Through simple knitting sessions, they rebuild confidence, learn new skills, and create a sense of dignity and community — even amid displacement.
With more support, we can expand these safe spaces and empower more women to earn, heal, and provide for their children.

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Even with limited space and simple materials, learning continues.
In Kakuma Refugee Camp, children and mothers gather under a temporary shelter to access education, community support, and hope.
Through the JengaMatendoProject, we are building safe spaces where creativity, learning, and emotional strength can grow — even in the toughest conditions.
With support, we can strengthen this space, reach more families, and ensure that no child is left behind.

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Art is more than creativity — it is healing, identity, and power.
In Kakuma Refugee Camp, I use sculpture and hands-on art education to help children and women turn imagination into opportunity.
My journey as a Congolese artist and community builder continues to inspire safe spaces where creativity restores hope and dignity.
With support, we can expand this work and empower even more young learners and mothers through art.

In Kakuma Camp, the JengaMatendoProject delivers structured hand-craft learning for children and mothers. Through clay modeling, yarn work, and other practical activities, children strengthen fine-motor skills, creativity, and social–emotional development, while mothers gain meaningful craft skills that support family resilience. With additional support, we can expand these opportunities to more vulnerable households across the camp.

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JengaMatendoProject gives children and mothers a safe space to grow through hand-crafts. Using clay, yarn, and simple materials, children build creativity, confidence, and emotional strength—while mothers gain skills to support their families. With more support, we can reach even more vulnerable families.

JengaMatendoProject gives children and mothers a safe space to grow through hand-crafts. Using clay, yarn, and simple materials, children build creativity, confidence, and emotional strength—while mothers gain skills to support their families. With more support, we can reach even more vulnerable families.

#SupportRefugeeChildren
#SupportMothers
#JengaMatendoProject
#HandcraftLearning
#CommunityEmpowerment

In Kakuma, the JengaMatendoProject gives children and mothers a safe space to grow through hand-crafts. Using clay, yarn, and simple materials, children build creativity, confidence, and emotional strength—while mothers gain skills to support their families. With more support, we can reach even more vulnerable families.

#SupportRefugeeChildren
#SupportMothers
#JengaMatendoProject
#HandcraftLearning
#CommunityEmpowerment

In Kakuma, the JengaMatendoProject gives children and mothers a safe space to learn, create, and heal. Through clay art and hand-crafts, families build confidence, emotional strength, and new skills. With support, we can reach even more vulnerable families.

In Kakuma, the JengaMatendoProject gives children and mothers a safe space to learn, create, and heal. Through clay art and hand-crafts, families build confidence, emotional strength, and new skills. With support, we can reach even more vulnerable families.

#SupportRefugeeChildren
#SupportRefugeeMothers
#JengaMatendoProject
#CreativeLearning
#CommunityEmpowerment

In Kakuma, creativity is more than play — it is healing, learning, and empowerment.
Through the JengaMatendoProject, children use art, crochet, and crafts to build confidence, develop fine-motor skills, and express their emotions in a safe and supportive environment.
With the right support, we can provide more materials, expand training, and reach even more young learners who deserve hope and opportunity.

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In Kakuma, simple clay activities are creating real educational and emotional impact.
Through the JengaMatendoProject, children develop confidence, focus, and social–emotional skills in a safe and creative learning space.
With additional support, we can expand these opportunities and reach even more children who need them most.

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#JengaMatendoProject
#EducationForAll
#CommunityImpact

In Kakuma, a handful of soil becomes a powerful tool for healing.
Through simple clay art, children find confidence, joy, and a place to feel safe.
With your support, we can give even more children the chance to learn, create, and hope again.

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#JengaMatendoProject
#HopeForChildren

With only soil and imagination, children in Kakuma create art that heals their hearts and strengthens their confidence.
We have no funding — only hope.
With your support, we can reach more children and build a safer space for them to learn and dream.

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#JengaMatendoProject
#MakeADifference

In the heart of Kakuma Refugee Camp, creativity has become a bridge between hardship and hope. Founded by Matendo Nzika, the Jenga Matendo Project empowers women, youth, and children through art, creative skills, and education. What began with a single sewing machine has grown into a movement where women and young people learn sewing, design, crafts, and self-expression — transforming creativity into opportunity. As part of the project, Kakuma Kids TV serves as the educational and creative wing for children. It provides a platform for learning through art, music, storytelling, and drama — helping children build confidence, imagination, and leadership while developing essential life skills.  The Jenga Matendo Project is not just about art — it’s about rebuilding lives, restoring dignity, and nurturing talent within the refugee community. Every design, painting, and handmade piece represents resilience, courage, and hope.  We invite partners, donors, and well-wishers to join us in expanding this impact — by supporting creative workshops, donating art and sewing materials, or sponsoring training programs for youth and women. Together, we can build creativity, education, and lasting hope in Kakuma. ???? #JengaMatendoProject #Creativity #CommunityEmpowerment #ArtForChange #EducationForChildren #HopeThroughArt #RefugeeEmpowerment #WomenInArt #YouthInnovation #Kakuma