Oasis Mathare

💻✨ Code Club in Action!

During the second term school holiday, Oasis Mathare ran engaging Code Club sessions in partnership with local community centers. One of our key partners, Mathare Community Center Library, hosted young learners eager to explore the world of coding.

The energy was incredible as young people spent their holiday learning, creating, and building new skills. From curiosity to creativity, it’s inspiring to see the next generation embrace technology and innovation! 🚀

Raspberry Pi Foundation Code Club

Last week, we hosted an incredibly impactful Code Club Mentors Training, and the energy in the room was nothing short of inspiring

We took a deep dive into what a Code Club truly is not just a space to learn coding, but a platform to spark curiosity, creativity, and problem-solving among young learners. We explored how to successfully start and run a club, from structuring sessions to creating an inclusive and engaging environment where every learner feels empowered.

A definite highlight? The “robot exercise” 🤖
Participants had to give and follow step-by-step instructions like robots a fun but powerful way to demonstrate the importance of clear logic, precision, and sequencing in coding. It brought plenty of laughs, but also some great “aha” moments!

We also got hands-on with Scratch, introducing mentors to block-based programming and interactive storytelling. Watching everyone experiment, collaborate, and bring ideas to life in real-time was a reminder that anyone can start their tech journey with the right support.

Beyond the technical skills, we emphasized the critical role mentors play not just as instructors, but as guides, motivators, and role models shaping the next generation of innovators.

We’re incredibly grateful for the enthusiasm, openness, and commitment shown by every participant. This is how real impact begins by equipping passionate individuals with the tools and confidence to lead change in their communities.

The journey doesn’t stop here. We’re excited to see these mentors go out, start their own Code Clubs, and inspire countless young minds to explore the world of technology.

Raspberry Pi Foundation Code Club

Our founder Douglas Mzelo was recently featured on the Connected Voice Podcast 🎙️, where he spoke about Colmena and the importance of affordable internet access in Mathare, Nairobi.

In this insightful conversation, Douglas explores Colmena — an offline-first, mobile-friendly, open-source media toolbox designed to support local and community content production.

The episode breaks down the what, why, and how of Colmena, making it a great introduction for anyone new to the platform.

Beyond the technology, the discussion highlights the power of local content and how grassroots communities can use digital tools to:

Tell their own stories
Preserve culture and local knowledge
Shape conversations that matter to their communities

At the heart of it all is a simple but powerful idea: when communities have the right tools, they can amplify their own voices.

https://open.spotify.com/episode/4WjK9cbTJMLJT4tUc8eIDh?si=677b021aba484e99

Colmena: Powering Local Content from the Ground Up Connected Voices · Episode

🌟 Happy International Women’s Day! 🌟

Today, we celebrate the strength, resilience, and leadership of women who continue to shape and uplift our communities. We are proud to work alongside incredible women who are breaking barriers, building livelihoods, and creating lasting impact for their families and communities.

We remain committed to empowering women through knowledge, opportunity, and support.because when women rise, communities thrive.

Strong. Resilient. Transformative.
Together, we continue to inspire change and build a better future for all.

In a world that never stops evolving, neither should we. Lifelong learning is a necessity and Python coding is one of the most powerful skills you can learn today.

From web development to AI, coding helps you solve problems, innovate, and stay competitive in a digital world.Start where you are. Keep learning. Build the future.

Access to education, technology, and support should never be a barrier for young people who want to do good in the world.

When young people are empowered with the right skills, tools, and mentorship, they become powerful changemakers in their communities and beyond. Let’s keep breaking barriers, expanding access, and creating spaces where young people can learn, innovate, and lead. Raspberry Pi Foundation Code Club

Empowering Communities Through Coding!

We successfully conducted a three-day cross-learning and training session bringing together our community facilitators and the Kenya Girl Guides Association community facilitators.

The session focused on building strong coding skills and sharing best practices on how to successfully run a Code Club, equipping facilitators to inspire the next generation of digital creators.
Raspberry Pi Foundation Code Club

🎄✨ Merry Christmas, Happy New Year, and Happy Holidays from all of us at Oasis Mathare!
Thank you to our incredible partners, facilitators,Educators and community for walking this journey with us. Here’s to more impact and shared growth in the year ahead. 🌟

Our facilitators had the privilege of joining the Walk & Dance for Education under the theme “Breaking Barriers, Building Futures” at .
They also had an opportunity to showcase their innovative projects and highlight the impact they are creating in their communities.