Nyamokenye Village

FAST FACTS:

Village Location: KISII COUNTY

# of Villagers: 2300-2500

Village Started: SEPTEMBER 2024

# of Households Surveyed: 125

# of Villagers Who Started in the CHEC:  125

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Nyamokenye is a village in Kisii County, Sameta Sub-county. It has a population of approximately 2,300 to 2,500 people, with farming being the primary economic activity, and tea as the leading cash crop. 

The GHC team did Baseline health, economic and social impact surveys on 125 Households in late September 2024 and started the 24-week health training curriculum the following week.  Out of the 125 households surveyed, members from all decided to join the CHEC.  

In Nyamokenye, 90% of households lack proper shower shelters, with many residents bathing outside behind their houses. Only 50% of households have latrines, most of which are in poor condition, while the rest share facilities with their neighbors. According to the local nurse, the leading health issues in the village include scabies, respiratory diseases such as pneumonia, and diarrhea.

Many households are unclean, with residents rarely airing their bedding or sweeping their homes. Due to their reliance on daily contract work, many villagers do not have time to open windows or doors for ventilation. Some even share their living spaces with chickens and goats.

The village’s primary water sources are both protected and unprotected springs, and many households also have wells. However, most residents do not treat their drinking water, believing that the spring water is naturally purified.

In Nyamokenye Village, despite the existing challenges, the prospective CHEC members are eager to dive into the health curriculum and welcome Global Health Connections to their community. They’re excited about GHC’s support in preventing diseases, improving sanitation, purifying water, and advancing their quality of life through new economic opportunities. GHC is excited to be working in another village in Kisii County and is committed to creating meaningful and sustainable change in Nyamokenye.