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A just, connected, and inclusive Africa where marginalized communities, especially youth and women, are empowered to lead change.

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Illuminating Pathways, Empowering Futures

SDG 4

SDG 4

Quality Education
SDG 13

SDG 13

Climate Action
SDG 16

SDG 16

Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions

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Our Mission

 

Our Mission is to bridge the digital divide, promote civic engagement, and foster socio-economic inclusion through community-driven innovation and advocacy. We believe Africa’s greatest resource is its people; innovative, creative, and full of potential. Based in Kenya, we empower youth, entrepreneurs, and communities through technology, innovation, and digital literacy. By partnering with Nuru Trust, you’re joining a movement that’s shaping Africa’s digital future. Whether through funding, collaboration, or shared expertise, your partnership will help empower young innovators to gain vital skills, launch startups, and transform communities. Together, we turn innovation into impact and impact into lasting transformation.

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Digital spaces should be safe, for all but it is not, they are not. TFGBV is rising across campuses, workplaces, and online platforms, leaving survivors feeling isolated, threatened, and unheard.
#TFGBV #EndGBV #16DaysOfActivism #StopOnlineViolence #DigitalSafety

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We’re excited to invite our network to an important X Space discussion on “Tackling Gender-Based Violence in a Polarized and Digital World.”
Happening tomorrow on @SFCG_Kenya and @YPSinKenya.
#EndGBV #YouthVoices #DigitalSafety #StopGBV #YouthForChange #KenyaYouth

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The 16 Days of Activism Against GBV started yesterday, on 25th November, launching a global call to action to end all forms of violence against women and girls. This year’s theme — “Unite to End Digital Violence Against All Women and Girls”
#16DaysOfActivism #EndGBV

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We were honoured to take part in the Pre-CSW70 Regional Consultations that began yesterday at the African Union. These consultations brought together women leaders, civil society, youth voices, and gender-equality advocates from across the continent.
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We were honoured to participate in the Global Conference on Advancing Children’s Role in Peace Processes and the Vancouver Principles (Nov 17–19, 2025). Join the movement at http://nurutrust.africa.
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It’s time for leadership and vision, Guterres tells G20 in South Africa
It’s time for leadership and vision, Guterres tells G20 in South Africa

A South African flag-coloured King Protea flower – symbolising hope and regeneration – is the chosen logo for this year’s G20 Leaders’ Summit, taking place on African soil for the first time.

Now is the time for leadership and vision,” the UN Secretary-General António Guterres told journalists in Johannesburg on Friday, a day ahead of the official opening.

The G20 bloc is made up of the world’s largest economies, although the United States has announced it will not officially participate.

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COP30: AfDB’s SEFA mobilises nearly EUR50 million in new commitments for just energy transition and Mission 300
COP30: AfDB’s SEFA mobilises nearly EUR50 million in new commitments for just energy transition and Mission 300

The African Development Bank Group’s Sustainable Energy Fund for Africa (SEFA), a multi-donor special fund managed by the Bank Group, has secured new investment commitments totalling nearly EUR 50 million, to strengthen the rollout of Mission 300 and accelerate climate action across Africa’s power sector.

The commitments, made by the governments of Germany and Italy, were announced at a COP30 side event held at the Africa Pavilion on 14 November. Germany committed EUR 14 million to support SEFA's universal energy access goal, and EUR 30 million for the new SEFA green hydrogen programme, reflecting the strategic importance of this emerging sector for Africa's decarbonisation and industrial development. Italy also announced a new contribution of five million euros to the fund.

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From Copenhagen to Doha: Why the Second World Summit for Social Development Matters for Africa
From Copenhagen to Doha: Why the Second World Summit for Social Development Matters for Africa

World leaders are gathering in Doha this week for the Second World Summit on Social Development (WSSD2), three decades after the first Summit in Copenhagen. For Africa, this gathering is not a commemorative moment, but a pivotal opportunity to rally partners towards social development that can be built to last in a rapidly changing world.

Why this Summit matters for Africa?

Over the past thirty years, Africa has made progress in reducing extreme poverty, expanding education, and improving health outcomes. Today, 31 African countries are at middle income status (both lower-middle and upper-middle-income countries). Yet, the continent still faces persistent challenges: climate shocks, economic volatility, youth unemployment, and inequality. The question today is no longer only how to lift people out of poverty, but to ensure that people prosper, and that prosperity is sustainable and resistant to shocks. This requires a shift in development approaches.

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Climate-smart agriculture, digital innovation key to Africa’s growth model, experts say
Climate-smart agriculture, digital innovation key to Africa’s growth model, experts say

Speaking during the EU-COMESA Connect Forum at the Kenya International Conference Centre (KICC), the stakeholders argued in order to achieve food security, export competitiveness and sustainable economic transformation across the COMESA region, member states must adopt climate smart agriculture and scale up digital innovation.

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MEXC invests $30m in blockchain education
MEXC invests $30m in blockchain education

Cryptocurrency exchange MEXC has reaffirmed its commitment to Africa’s digital finance revolution with a $30 m investment through the MEXC Foundation, an initiative designed to support blockchain education, youth empowerment, and community development across the continent.

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Digital economy in South Africa – Here’s how tech is transforming the nation
Digital economy in South Africa – Here’s how tech is transforming the nation

Many countries are undergoing a powerful digital transformation, and South Africa is one of them. From the bustling tech hubs to new fintech startups, the country is going through a digital economy boom.

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KBC: Youth lead charge in reimagining democracy at Nairobi civic tech hackathon
KBC: Youth lead charge in reimagining democracy at Nairobi civic tech hackathon

The Code for Democracy event, convened by the Nuru Trust Network in support of the Global Democracy Coalition, marked International Democracy Day by placing young innovators at the heart of democratic renewal.

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UNDP: Reimagining Young People’s Role in Governance through Civic Technology
UNDP: Reimagining Young People’s Role in Governance through Civic Technology

Asia-Pacific is home to more than 1.1 billion young people, yet their political and civic participation remains one of the weakest areas of engagement. While youth have been at the forefront of social movements, they are often excluded from decision-making spaces and face a lack of institutional trust.

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Bellevue Innovation Exchange to showcase civic technology advancements
Bellevue Innovation Exchange to showcase civic technology advancements

In a continuing, community-based effort to leverage technology to improve municipal services, the City of Bellevue will celebrate new partnerships and promote civic innovation across the region at an Innovation Exchange event hosted at Bellevue City Hall in October.

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WITS: Completion of the second iteration of the Civic Tech Innovation Short Course
WITS: Completion of the second iteration of the Civic Tech Innovation Short Course

CTIN, in collaboration with HSRC, Tayarisha, and Wits Plus, successfully completed the second iteration of the Civic Tech Innovation Short Course.

The course was held from the 10th to the 14th of February, 2025. The one-week in-person course provided participants from diverse sectors—including government, civic tech, journalism, and software development with skills to enhance citizen-government interactions in service delivery.

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Testimonials

 

Maingi Kinuthia

Participating in the code for democracy was more than a hackathon project; it was a masterclass in human-centered design.
It bridged the gap between passion and policy. As a young tech innovator, I didn’t just design and code; I sat at the table with policymakers and saw our prototype become part of the national conversation. This program, thanks to the vision of the Nuru Trust Network, is essential—it proves that youth aren’t just the future of democracy, we are its present engine of renewal.”

Joy Njeri

It’s been such a privilege to be part of the Code for Democracy Hackathon! Making it through the first stage and securing second place has reminded me that you don’t have to be an expert to make a real impact — just willing to learn, build, and collaborate.

The biggest takeaway for me has been learning how to move from ideation to implementation— turning ideas into something tangible. Working in a 4-person team has been such a ride, and I’m super grateful for my teammates’ support during the toughest moments.

Huge shoutout to the mentors and facilitators for constantly looking out for us and making the journey smoother. Can’t wait to see where this experience takes all of us next! 🤗

Yvonne Abungu

As an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya, I never imagined that one day I would find myself in the tech space, creating innovations that seek to enhance democracy for our people, for Africans, and for the world.

Being part of the Code for Democracy Program 2025 by Nuru Trust has made me reflect deeply on the power of my voice as a young person. I have realized that I am not too small to make change, big change.

The program has inspired my colleagues and me to draw strength and ideas both from within and beyond our borders. We’ve looked at how countries like Rwanda rebuilt the fabric of their society through community feedback using the Ubudehe system, and how Liberia courageously leveraged technology to fight the Ebola crisis.

Here in Kenya, Nuru Trust is challenging us to innovate, to think differently, and to provide homegrown solutions for our communities.

I am deeply grateful to be part of this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

To the youth, if not us, then who?

Trevor Tuja

Seeing the youth come together, and put this much effort into creating solutions that are very much needed in our country, is both inspiring and empowering.
I am honored to be among such talented and driven peers; Bringing to life our shared vision of democracy.

Ubukandi Joseph

With a lot of humility, Being part of Vijana Digital program has empowered me with the digital skills and confidence I need to thrive in today’s world . It has truly opened new doors for my personal and professional growth .

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