Forget the Raunchy Twerking on Snapchat and Project X, Here Are 9 People below 30 Years That Prove That Our Generation Is Not Completely Doomed

Thanks to the crazy sex parties, drunken driving accidents, thirst traps and heinous murders, young people have gotten a bad reputation of being careless and irresponsible in their ways.

But do not be fooled by the news on TV and the twerking on social media, there are young Kenyans out here doing some pretty incredible things.

And today we introduce to you some of the exceptional people aged 18–29 who are already are transforming lives before hitting the big 3-0.

1.Wanja Kibuki

Wanja is the brains behind ‘Vitabu Vyetu’, an organization that aims at making books available to students in vulnerable areas and aims at reducing illiteracy levels.

Established in 2014, the organization’s motto is ‘Get Kids in School. Keep Kids In School. See Kids Achieve Their Dreams’.

And in line with their slogan, the organization is working hard to ensure young children, especially in marginalized schools all over Kenya, receive quality education in line with Kenya’s 2015 millennium development goals.

In addition the organization intends on improving the reading culture among today’s children and children of the future.

 2. Vane M Aminga

Vane spearheads a community based organization called ‘Fly Sister Fly’ (FSF) that champions for the rights of girls to education amongst pastoral communities. In addition, they tackle problems like FGM, lack of sanitary pads, poverty and also mentor the young girls.

So far, the Fly Sister Fly Foundation has restored dignity to hundreds of girls in the Samburu and Marsabit counties by providing sanitary towels through pad drives and partnerships. They also aim at providing meals for the girls and transport to and back from school as some of these schools are far away from where they live.

3.Wanjiru Kamau-Rutenberg

Wanjiru , the current Director of African Women in Agricultural Research and Development (AWARD) established Akili Dada Foundation back in 2005 before she struck 30.

The underrepresentation of women in leadership positions in Africa was what spurred Wanjiru into action and she began reaching out to young ladies especially those from underprivileged communities.

Through her organization, Wanjiru has been able to inspire, mentor and hone the leadership skills of young girls .So in future expect to see more women join politics ,take up leadership position without any fear and also involve themselves in the policy and decision-making processes affecting women’s lives in Kenya and Africa

4. Moses Issaji

Moses established Eddah’s Hope Cancer Foundation  in 2011, and officially registered it as a Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) in May 2013. The organization seeks to promote and provide easily accessible information that will reduce cancer morbidity and mortality in Kenya. EHCF is dedicated to bringing forth a cancer free generation by creating awareness, disseminating valuable health information and offering support, all to through fun activities and engagements.

It is an organization fueled by their intentions to make a difference, to create an impact and to save lives through cancer advocacy and education. They strongly believe in empowering the youth group, to engage in an active process of becoming aware of and making informed choices toward a healthy and fulfilling life. In order to achieve a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being as far as cancer is concerned.

5. 1000 Rides

1000 Rides is an NGO founded by four friends James Owino, Bradoxx Ogilo, Laban Mwai and Davies Ray in 2015 .

Initially, the group was formed just for keeping fit and bonding among friends but later progressed to something bigger than themselves, thus the birth of 1000 rides.

The organization aims at creating a platform for cyclists and cycling enthusiasts to help promote the sport and make cycling in Kenya an alternative means of transport, sport, fitness and recreational tool.

In addition, they have a project called 1000 rides for 1000 lives where they wanted to change as many lives as possible by supporting different initiatives.

In addition the organization, also started a female cycling initiative called ‘Pedal Mania’ where they try and promote female cycling.
Team consists of other four members (Grace Nemo , Kelvin Kagiri, Victor Mburu , Mark Ngugi)