ETCO THEATRE
People express their feelings in many different ways, so do actors and actresses. They use their talent and skills to educate, entertain or pass relevant messages to a target group. It may be a good inspiration to others. We hope to nurture many young talents and skills in the field of Theatre Arts and Film Production.
Aim at taking art to a higher level in the informal settlement communities, our survey has shown that relatively 98% of the Theatre Arts and Film Performance spaces are only available in the country's capital and universities but not in the informal settlement areas.
This has made it difficult for a lot of talented people both young and old to reach their full potential in the field.
We started with street acting/street shows and ended up attracting many people who showed interest in the acting industry. We
currently hire a space for rehearsals and live show activities as we hopefully work towards acquiring an enough space to build our own Theatre Hall where not only will greatly inspire generations but also change lives and create a sustainable livelihood.
International Women's Day 2025
Today, ETCO, in collaboration with the Kibera Gender Advocacy Network (KGAN) partners, hosted a vibrant International Women's Day celebration at Canaan Estate Community Hall. The event brought together over 410 participants, highlighting the importance of gender equality, women's empowerment, and community solidarity. The day began with a powerful procession from AMREF in Laini Saba - Kibra to Canaan Estate, symbolizing unity and the ongoing fight for women's rights.
Early Lunch at ETCO
Diving deeper into the year with our children feeding program, yesterday's session at ETCO was filled with warmth, laughter, and nourishment. With the dedicated efforts of our team and the new interns, we ensured that over 350 children, along with elderly and youth members of the community, received a well-prepared meal. The presence of the interns brought fresh energy and enthusiasm, giving us hope for expanded children’s activities and engagement. As we continue to grow, we remain committed to ensuring that no child in our community goes hungry, and that every Saturday is a moment of joy and connection.
Sports: Final Whistles Tournament - Day 1
Yesterday, ETCO and partners proudly hosted the Final Whistle tournament under the theme Sports for Sobriety, under the Sports Department headed by Andrew Ayuma AKA: Mnyakuzi. This event, scheduled from January 19th to February 23rd, 2025, is ongoing and aims to promote healthy lifestyles and positive choices among male youth through the power of sports. The tournament will bring together 14 teams to compete every Sunday at the Undugu Ground, creating an engaging and supportive environment for participants to channel their energy and talents constructively. By using football as a platform, ETCO seeks to address societal challenges such as substance abuse while fostering teamwork, discipline, and community engagement.