The brown envelope is quietly reorganising Kenya’s journalism, deciding what stories get told and which ones stay silent. Our recent reflection paper, Between Truth and the Brown Envelope: Rebuilding Kenya’s Narrative Infrastructure by our Executive Director, Al Kags and the Association of Freelance Journalists (AFJ) president Winnie Kamau, unearths cold truths. It says out loud…
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Grassroots journalists in Kenya face an uphill battle. In counties like Kilifi, reporters navigate underfunded newsrooms, precarious contracts, limited access to public data, and political pressures that shape which stories reach the public. Investigative journalism, which shines a light on accountability, innovation, and community agency, is often impossible under these conditions. The narratives that dominate…
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Citizens in Kilifi met with their Governor and his cabinet to present their needs - with data.
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Every year on 15th September, the world pauses to mark the International Day of Democracy, a day to reflect on the state of democracy and celebrate the people and institutions working to uphold it. This year, as the United Nations Democracy Fund (UNDEF) celebrates 20 years of advancing democratic values, UN Secretary-General António Guterres reminded…
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Last week, we launched a five-month programme in partnership with AFJ-K to engage journalists on how they can promote alternative narratives. It was clear from the first session that this is not just another training. Journalists didn’t just learn about investigative reporting; they challenged, uncovered, and reimagined storytelling. They explored the ethics of reporting, the…
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The 2024 UN Climate Change Conference (COP29) is underway in Baku, Azerbaijan, highlighting the urgent need for action on climate change in both urban and rural areas. Urban regions often dominate these discussions due to their high population density, industries, and infrastructure, which intensify climate impacts. However, rural areas face distinct challenges that also demand…
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We’ve all heard the saying that “If you want to walk fast, walk alone. If you want to walk far, walk together.” At our Maono Space we believe that every person – every changemaker – holds authentic strengths and experiences that have the potential to enrich the entire community. And when these different strengths and…
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Across Kenya, citizens are taking ownership of their role in shaping service delivery at the local level, driving impactful change in their counties. In Kilifi County, changemakers are playing a central part in improving livelihoods, education, and environmental conservation, proving that collective action and community engagement are essential for lasting progress. This youth-led movement is…
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At Maono Space, we have always been committed to creating a vibrant and supportive community for changemakers. We understand the unique challenges faced by community-based mobilisers and organisers, many of whom work tirelessly in isolation, striving to bring about positive change without access to the resources they need. That’s why Maono was developed—to offer a…
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For the first time in a decade, the world has witnessed a significant decline in social progress. The Social Progress Index highlights that last year, 61 countries saw a decline, 77 stagnated, and only 32 made real progress, with the UK falling into the second tier for the first time. With 4 out of 5…
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📅 Dates: November 25 & 26, 2024
📍 Location: Nairobi, kenya
Unlock the future of data governance with industry leaders, insightful sessions, and networking opportunities!
