Focus Area
Literacy
Children finishing school able to read, write and communicate.
Current Situation
Many schools and children simply lack access to books. Often schools have no library or libraries that are often under-stocked or out dated. Equally, there is a lack of training and support for the teaching of literacy. This focus area looks at what we can do to increase access to books, promote reading and ensure schools have training, motivation and resources to work with their students and improve literacy.
Why this Focus Area?
Literacy acts as a foundation for success across all other curriculum areas as well as expands the horizons introducing new ideas to all children. That’s why we focus on shifting mindsets around reading through providing books and working alongside schools to improve their delivery of literacy education.
We Believe
01
Reading is a foundation for success across other curriculum areas.
02
A Person who can read, write and communicate has confidence in the world.
03
Reading connects people and can take you to places.
04
Reading expands the mind.
05
Books change lives.
Focus Area Goals
Ensure children in our partner schools have access to books.
Nurture the love of reading among children and the community.
Improve communication skills among students.
Promote reading to parents and the community.
Improved school scores.
“Being part of LitClub has been both fun and impactful, as I have learned valuable strengths like belonging, kindness, and confidence that continue to help me and will benefit me for a lifetime.”
Wayne, Kisinzini PS Lit Club Graduate
Statistics
57,000+
books in Kenya Connect’s library
57
Partner Schools participate in the Mobile School Library Program
400,000
people tune into the Radio Read Aloud school break program
Our Literacy Programs
We have a wide range of programs to ensure children finish school able to read, write and communicate. Below are some highlights:
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Stories of Impact
Read news and events related to this Focus Area.
Reading with Children!
Our LitMoms recently learned different strategies for reading with children of different ages and put those strategies into practice. Sitting …
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Tags: LitMoms
Author: Esther Muinde
Posted on: August 6, 2026
Understanding Learning Difficulties
Every child can learn, and every child learns differently. While some children quickly grasp new concepts and ideas, others may …
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Tags: literacy, Teacher Professional Development
Author: Esther Muinde
Posted on: July 29, 2026
Celebrating 152 Expanding Horizons Graduates
Three cohorts of the Expanding Horizons Club recently graduated at Nyaani Secondary School, Kyaithani Secondary School, and Lower Yatta Girls …
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Author: Monicah Kyalo
Posted on: July 24, 2026
