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Kenya

» Capital: Nairobi
» Population: 33.5 million
» Concern started work in: 2002
» Concern's annual budget: €2.3 million
» Concern staff: 18
» GDP per capita: US $1,140
» Infant mortality (per 1000 births): 79
» Life expectancy: 47.5
» Living with HIV&AIDS: 6.1%
» Literacy: 73.6%
» Currency: Kenyan Shilling
Pastoralist Gabbra women Kame Darasso, Habima Mohamed and Doko Isako wait for their numbers to be called during a food aid distribution in Maikona, organised by the Kenyan organisation CIFA which is supported by Concern Worldwide. Photo: Gideon Mendel, Ke

Kenya case studies

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  • From rejection to beacon of hope

    Philgon Atieno, a 43-year-old widow living positively with HIV, is one among many unsung heroes in challenging stigma. She has managed to overcome the difficulties she has faced, and has opted to live positively and help her community, especially HIV and AIDS affected children.  (29 Nov 2007)

  • Effects of drought on Kenyan pastoralists

    In the arid areas of Kenya, drought is becoming more common. This is having a devastating effect on the lives of the pastoralists living in these areas.