Hongera Foundation

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The Team

Hongera Foundation Kenya collaborates closely with its local Kenyan partners, leveraging their deep understanding of local communities to effectively guide schools in need of support. These partners play a crucial role in various aspects of project implementation, ensuring that schools receive comprehensive assistance. They facilitate parental involvement, oversee project execution, and liaise with government officials to align efforts with national educational goals. Due to the increasing number of projects, additional partners have joined the team, each bringing unique expertise and experience. This diverse team has significantly strengthened Hongera Foundation Kenya's capacity to enhance the quality of education and foster community engagement in schools.

Founders(Principles)

Having completed his studies, Roel Meijers worked as a teacher of mathematics and physics at a secondary school in Kimilili, a village in Western Kenya. He did this from 1974 till the end of 1976 within the framework of development cooperation. In 1998 and 2001 Roel and his family, together with a group of English people, went to Kenya to help build some classrooms for his former school. Other schools too, especially primary schools, were in dire need of money. The aid started with completing the building of a classroom for a primary school nearby; and more and more schools asked for support. Thus, a growing need arose for financial means to help schools to renovate and build classrooms, to provide educational and sanitary facilities, school desks and more. This led to the erecting of the Harambee Foundation Holland on 21st June 2001.

Board Of Directors

JACOB O. OMONDI

Chairman, leading the strategic direction and overall management of the foundation.

ENG. WYCLIFFE WAMOYO

Director of Quality Assurance & Compliance, ensuring projects meet high standards and regulatory requirements.

LUCAS O. WAUNA OLUOCH

Director of Legal and Corporate Governance, overseeing legal affairs and governance practices.

FR. PETER MAKOKHA OJIAMBO

Treasurer & Director of Spiritual Guidance, providing financial oversight and spiritual support.

JOYCE KHANALI KHAMALA

Director of Capacity Building & Training, focusing on empowering educators and staff through training programs.

BONFACE INGANGA

Head of Secretariat, coordinating daily activities, serving as the primary contact for schools, organizing training sessions, and reporting on activities to the board.

The day-to-day operations of Hongera Foundation Kenya are managed by the Head of Secretariat in liaison with the Chairman. The Secretariat plays a pivotal role in coordinating all activities, acting as the liaison for schools, organizing training workshops, and providing regular reports to the board. Together, the board and the Secretariat collaborate to advise and plan the foundation’s activities, ensuring a strategic approach to improving education in Kenya. Through this collaborative framework, Hongera Foundation Kenya is well-positioned to enhance educational quality and community involvement, ensuring that schools receive the support they need to thrive.