1. Head of Design, Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (DMEAL) RECRUITING Plumbing Intern(CHP Talek)

Growing up in Narok County, Albert Kalelian knew that education was never guaranteed. As one of seven children in a Maasai family, financial hardship was part of everyday life. Providing school fees, learning materials and basic necessities for such a large household was a constant struggle. Yet, those challenges became the foundation of a dream that would one day come full circle. "Supporting a large family on limited financial resources was challenging, and there were times

“Though I waited to help, I had nothing to give” This is the moving story of Mama Naiswaku, a courageous mother of six who turned struggle into strength, and silence into empowerment. As a first wife in a polygamous household, with no income of her own, Mama Naiswaku faced daily hardships raising her children. She depended entirely on her husband for everything: food, clothing and school fees. “I had no money of my own,” she says. “I used to wait for everything. I wanted to h

On 17 June 2026, organizations working across the Maasai Mara landscape gathered for the second edition of the Mara Implementing Partners Event, a collaborative platform established to enhance coordination, partnership, and collective action for sustainable community development. Building on the success of the inaugural forum held in November 2025, the event provided an important opportunity for stakeholders to connect, share experiences, and align efforts toward common devel

The Maa Trust is hiring for the following positions: Programmes Accountant Leather Artisan – Maa Bead-Work Project Extension Officer – Olderkesi Region

Innovation and ambition took centre stage as nine entrepreneurs from the Maasai Mara secured a combined KES 1.9 million in seed capital at the Predators’ Den pitching competition, marking a major milestone in their journey toward building sustainable businesses. Held on April 24, 2026, at Ng’ila ECDE in Talek, the competition brought together emerging business owners to present innovative, eco-friendly and impact-driven ventures, demonstrating practical solutions that contrib

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The Comprehensive Community Capacity Building (C3B) initiative was successfully conducted across Talek, Ntipilikwani, and Ngila on April 16th, 17th, and 20th, followed by a second phase in Nkoisuash from April 21st to 23rd. The training brought together community members from these areas for an intensive and participatory learning experience aimed at strengthening local knowledge, skills, and resilience. The sessions focused on key thematic areas including Water, Sanitation a

On 21 April, an important milestone in advancing early childhood education was marked with the official launch of a new dining hall, kitchen, and staff office at Ng’ila ECDE. The new facilities were funded by the generous support of Uhama Foundation, reflecting a strong commitment to investing in foundational education and creating safe, supportive spaces where learners can grow and thrive. The initiative goes beyond physical infrastructure, aiming to improve both the quality

It was an inspiring and uplifting moment as the CHP Talek Maternal, Newborn and Child Health (MNCH) facility celebrated its two-year anniversary on March 7, 2026 . More than 200 guests gathered at the Community Christian Church grounds in Talek to commemorate the milestone and reflect on the progress made in expanding access to healthcare across the Maasai Mara. The event was graced by the Narok County Government, Ministry of Health, the Maa Trust, Asilia, Davis & Shirtliff,

From 23rd to 25th February 2026 , outreach practitioners, conservation partners, and community representatives gathered for the Mara Outreach Workers Symposium , a collaborative forum designe d to strengthen partnerships and coordination across the Maasai Mara ecosystem. Held under the develoPPP project supported by GIZ, I&M Foundation and I&M Bank Ltd, the symposium brought together a consortium of organizations including us The Maa Trust, Kenya Wildlife Trust and Mara Ele

On February 12th and 13th, The Maa Trust, with support from Aqua Nirvana Foundation , hosted its 5th Annual Career Fair at Sekenani Comprehensive School in the Maasai Mara. The annual event convened institutions of higher learning, including universities, TVET institutions and colleges to showcase academic programmes, technical training opportunities, and education financing solutions for youth and students within the Maasai Mara ecosystem. In total, the fair featured partici

Our Mobile Shop Launch As part of our commitment to innovative, community-responsive solutions, we are delighted to share that The Maa Trust is launching an exciting new initiative this year, a mobile shop that will serve camps across the Mara. AI-generated visual of the mobile shop This initiative is donated by I&M Bank under the develoPPP project . This innovative project is designed to bring Maa Beadwork products closer to guests and surrounding communities, increasing ac

The Community-Led Alternative Rights of Passage (CLARP is a unique programme coordinated by The Maa Trust that recognises and celebrates the transition from girls to women without female genital cutting (FGC/M). In 2025, the programme expanded to Laila, neighbouring Enarau Conservancy, where 197 girls and 63 boys from 12 villages were celebrated for completing a week-long, intensive mentorship programme. Meeting with Community Gate Kepeers At Ngosuani To support community ent

The Integrated Community Healthcare Project (ICHP) delivers vital health services directly to families across the Maasai Mara. Through C ommunity education and awareness, healthcare access and delivery, and youth empowerment and sustainable impact the project strengthens reproductive, maternal, child, and adolescent health while building resilient, community-led health systems. In January, ICHP strengthened service delivery at supported health facilities. With support from A

The DeveloPPP Project is a three-year initiative designed to transform lives across the Maasai Mara. Launched on 19th September 2025, it is a collaboration between the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH on behalf of the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), and the I&M Foundation on behalf of I&M Bank, within the develoPPP funding programme. Under the DevelopPPP Project , the Gender, Safeguards and Leadership D

January marked a month of tangible progress and meaningful milestones for children and communities across our program areas. At The Maa Trust, our commitment remains firm, ensuring every child has access to quality education, safe learning environments, and the opportunity to thrive. Launch of the Nkaimurunya ECD Centre Since October last year, construction of the Nkaimurunya Early Childhood Development Education (ECDE) School has been steadily underway. This January, t

The Maa Trust is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Simon Kipila as our new Chief Operating Officer (COO), effective 5 January 2026.