On November 20th 2024, a significant milestone was achieved by the women of Chepkitale region with the launch of the Teryeet Women Association (TERWA). This new association marks a pivotal moment for the Ogiek women of Mt. Elgon who have long been central to the struggle for land rights but lacked formal leadership structures to […]
Today, we join the global community in celebrating World Humanitarian Day, a day dedicated to honoring the work of those who selflessly contribute to humanitarian causes around the world. At Chepkitale Indigenous Peoples Development Project, this day holds special significance as we reflect on our commitment to safeguarding the rights and dignity of the Chepkitale
Youth unemployment remains a global challenge, with young people being nearly three times more likely to be unemployed than adults. In the Mt. Elgon region, this issue is increasingly pressing as the number of unemployed youth continues to rise. As part of our ongoing efforts to support youth development, CIPDP, through Tulwoob Koony Radio, recently
Nature is life and it is our duty to safeguard it. Over the last two decades, Chepkitale Indigenous People Development Project (CIPDP) has taken the responsibility of supporting efforts aimed at preserving Mt Elgon Region’s biodiversity. The commitment has seen close working partnerships with various organizations, both governmental and non-governmental, to implement projects and activities
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Twenty journalists from Tulwoob Koony Radio have just completed a key training intended to strengthen their skills in research, script writing and reporting. The training has covered subjects such as public interest journalism, sourcing data, high-quality digital content production and impactful storytelling. The training included a special focus on climate change reporting, particularly in the
The Ogiek community in Mt.Elgon have received some good news as the Mt Elgon Ogiek Ndorobo Council of Elders Association (MEONCE) was formally registered on 31st October 2022. MEONCE is a legal entity composed of clan chairmen from the 32 clans of the Ogiek community of Mt Elgon. Its main objective is to promote cultural
