Jenga Jirani[1] is an initiative by the Jonathan Jackson Foundation to mobilize resources to aid vulnerable families in the informal settlements in Nairobi, Kenya.
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| Formation | 2020 |
|---|---|
| Founder | Jonathan Jackson Foundation |
| Type | Charity Festival |
| Headquarters | 4th Ngong Avenue, Upper Hill, Nairobi, Kenya |
| Website | jengajirani |
History
editIn the year 2020, Jenga Jirani targeted to raise Kshs 100 million[2][3] in collaboration with AfricaCentric Entertainment, and a long list of Kenyan celebrity musicians[4][5] to help the vulnerable in the society affected by the novel covid-19 coronavirus. It included distributing food, sanitary products, and sharing care.
References
edit- ^ Standard, 29 Oct 2020 Jenga Jirani Charity Festival meant to raise humanitarian aid set for 7th & 8th November
- ^ Standard, 3 Nov 2020 Jenga Jirani Festival targets to raise Sh100 million for Kenyans affected by COVID-19
- ^ The Star, 5 Nov 2020 Concert seeks to raise Sh100m to help Covid-hit communities
- ^ Kiss 100, 3 Nov 2020 Jenga Jirani online festival to bring together 50 artists
- ^ Nairobi News, 7 Nov 2020 Nyashinski, Samidoh, Masika set for Jenga Jirani virtual concert
External links
edit- Covid-19 food relief in Kenya at Go Get Funding
- Jenga Jirani at Femme Hub
- Official website