Since 2005, Cardinal Otunga High School has been empowering young minds with quality education. Today, 135 students are thriving thanks to the support of AVSI Kenya and Esharelife.
Together, we are building a brighter future—one student at a time. 💙
#CardinalOtungaHighSchool #EducationForAll #BuildingFutures
We are thrilled to announce the impactful journey of Cardinal Otunga High School, located on the outskirts of Nairobi, Kenya. Since opening its doors in 2005, Cardinal Otunga High School has remained committed to providing affordable, high-quality education that nurtures both academic excellence and personal growth.
At Otunga, our educators recognize and celebrate the unique potential of every student. We believe that by nurturing their talents and encouraging their imagination, students are empowered to become protagonists of their own future—shaping their path not only within the school community but also in the broader world.
Today, Cardinal Otunga High School proudly serves 135 students, acting as a beacon of hope and transformation in the greater Nairobi area. This success is made possible through the generous support of partners and friends, including the Cardinal Otunga Trust and AVSI Kenya. Together, we have fostered an environment where students blossom—growing in confidence, reason, and character.
During a recent visit, Dr. Maurizio Bragagni OBE had the privilege of meeting Joakim Koech, a dedicated trustee of Cardinal Otunga Trust. Reflecting on the school’s impact, Joakim shared:
“This school came about because of the need to build a different kind of school that looks at students in a unique way. Over the years, we’ve witnessed tremendous change—students arrive timid and uncertain, but by the time they leave, they are confident and self-assured. This transformation is truly the greatest strength of Cardinal Otunga.”
Additionally, we were delighted to introduce Dr. Bragagni to Michael, a bright student at Cardinal Otunga who dreams of becoming an engineer. Through the support of AVSI Kenya and Esharelife, Michael has not only continued his education but also received critical support for his medical needs. His story is a testament to the life-changing power of community and education.
As we continue to grow, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who has walked with us on this journey. Your support brings hope, opportunity, and transformation to every student who steps through our doors.
Together, we are building a brighter future—one student at a time. 💙
#CardinalOtungaHighSchool #EducationForAll #Nairobi #BuildingFutures #AVSIKenya #Esharelife
St. Joseph Hospital, a dispensary founded in 2004 by the Missionaries of Charles Borromeo to assist neglected people affected by AIDS, has grown significantly. With the addition of new services like Maternity, the hospital offers hope to poor pregnant mothers. Located in Kahawa Wendani, Kiambu County, St. Joseph Hospital serves the communities of Githurai, Mwihoko, and Kahawa Sukari, a densely populated area with an average age of 18 years old.Members of Esharelife had the opportunity to tour the hospital with Director Jecinta Nyawira Mathugu. During the tour, they witnessed firsthand the extraordinary work at St. Joseph Hospital. The hospital has come a long way since its founding, and its commitment to providing integrated health services to the community is stronger than ever.Nurse Gladys Kwaboka shares her own personal struggle that drove her to start working at St. Joseph Hospital by saying, “After knowing my HIV status it wasn’t easy. It has been a long journey, and it has been tough all through my experience or what I’m living.”She further explains why she is so passionate about her work by describing, “I’m able to help them to accept their diagnosis even if it’s not easy, but through sharing my experience on how I’ve been living peacefully since 2005 when I knew my status, it has been easy for me to talk to these people and make them to understand and accept living positively.”
St. Joseph Hospital, a dispensary founded in 2004 by the Missionaries of Charles Borromeo to assist neglected people affected by AIDS, has grown significantly. With the addition of new services like Maternity, the hospital offers hope to poor pregnant mothers. Located in Kahawa Wendani, Kiambu County, St. Joseph Hospital serves the communities of Githurai, Mwihoko, and Kahawa Sukari, a densely populated area with an average age of 18 years old.Members of Esharelife had the opportunity to tour the hospital with Director Jecinta Nyawira Mathugu. During the tour, they witnessed firsthand the extraordinary work at St. Joseph Hospital. The hospital has come a long way since its founding, and its commitment to providing integrated health services to the community is stronger than ever.Nurse Gladys Kwaboka shares her own personal struggle that drove her to start working at St. Joseph Hospital by saying, “After knowing my HIV status it wasn’t easy. It has been a long journey, and it has been tough all through my experience or what I’m living.”She further explains why she is so passionate about her work by describing, “I’m able to help them to accept their diagnosis even if it’s not easy, but through sharing my experience on how I’ve been living peacefully since 2005 when I knew my status, it has been easy for me to talk to these people and make them to understand and accept living positively
The Esharelife Foundation's Chairman, Dr Maurizio Bragagni OBE, and Trustee, Mr Enrico Scambia, visited Nairobi, Kenya, to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the AVSI Foundation. During their visit, they witnessed firsthand the impact of Esharelife's partnership with AVSI in supporting education and empowering communities in Kenya. The foundation has supported projects such as the St. Kizito Vocational Training Institute, Ushirika Children's Centre, and the Evangelizing Sisters of Mary (ESM) project in the Kware slum, which have enabled underprivileged students to access quality education and vocational training, saved children from child labour and abuse, and empowered families towards self-reliance. The visit showcased the Esharelife Foundation's commitment to education and community empowerment and its vision of a world where everyone can access quality education and reach their full potential.
The Esharelife Foundation's Chairman, Dr Maurizio Bragagni OBE, and Trustee, Mr Enrico Scambia, visited Nairobi, Kenya, to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the AVSI Foundation. During their visit, they witnessed firsthand the impact of Esharelife's partnership with AVSI in supporting education and empowering communities in Kenya. The foundation has supported projects such as the St. Kizito Vocational Training Institute, Ushirika Children's Centre, and the Evangelizing Sisters of Mary (ESM) project in the Kware slum, which have enabled underprivileged students to access quality education and vocational training, saved children from child labour and abuse, and empowered families towards self-reliance. The visit showcased the Esharelife Foundation's commitment to education and community empowerment and its vision of a world where everyone can access quality education and reach their full potential.
Esharelife has been raising money for Michael, one of the young boys supported by AVSI Kenya, a charity with which Esharelife has been collaborating since its inception.
Thanks to the generous contributions of our donors and supporters, Esharelife’s objective was far exceeded, and the Foundation was able to raise funds for the treatment. Michael got his corneal transplant and has received all the necessary medical treatments needed to go back to living an everyday life.