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Agricultural Land Lease Agreement Form This land lease agreement form is designed to: Facilitate execution and provide security to all parties in a land lease engagement in an effective manner for all genders, including young men, women, and youth groups. Be used for a new lease or an amendment to an existing agreement, applicable to both public or privately owned land. Clearly state the details of land being leased and the terms and conditions of leasing, which may include land management practices. Be endorsed and witnessed by a Local Government Administrator and relevant stakeholders, including groups and spouses where applicable. This form is to be filled in triplicate, with one copy to be retained by the lessor, one by the lessee, and one by the endorsing Government Officer. Click to Download Form

< Back Bungoma and Kisumu Youth Advocacy Champions Drive Dialogue for Improved Public Sanitation and Security Location Kisumu and Bungoma Counties Location Peace and Governance Bungoma County – May 28, 2025 Markets and urban centers require strong leadership to address challenges affecting traders and consumers. Key amenities such as dumping sites, public toilets, and sanitation facilities are critical for public health, yet many growing towns still lack them. To tackle this, Bungoma Youth Advocacy Champions on Governance, with support from P4T under the GIZ-CPS Project, facilitated a dialogue between County Duty Bearers and Business Community Leaders from Cheptais and Malakisi markets in Cheptais and Sirisia Sub-Counties. The meeting, held at Sirigreen Villa & Resort, aimed to assess the state of business environments and identify urgent solutions for improving sanitation services. Key attendees included: Mr. Nicholas Kiboi (Chief Officer, Environment, Climate Change & Tourism) Director of Trade, Energy, and Markets County Public Health Office representatives The discussion highlighted gaps in sanitation infrastructure and emphasized the need for immediate action to enhance hygiene and market conditions. Kisumu County Takes Steps to Enhance Security Lighting Kisumu County – May 29, 2025 In related initiative, a youth-led service delivery dialogue in Kisumu County was held at Pinecone Hotel, the forum brought together stakeholders including: County Departments of Energy, Transport & Infrastructure Sub-County Administrators (Kisumu Central & Kisumu East) Kenya Power & Lighting Company (KPLC) Western Chapter CSOs, Traders, Pamoja Accountability Advocates, and Women & Youth Representatives The dialogue focused on the non-functional street lighting system in key markets and roads, which has raised security concerns. Stakeholders committed to: Restoring and maintaining streetlights Enhancing community vigilance to prevent vandalism Strengthening governance and public participation in service delivery Both engagements underscore the power of collaborative governance in addressing pressing urban challenges. By fostering accountability and community involvement, these initiatives pave the way for sustainable improvements in sanitation, security, and overall service delivery. #P4TImpact #YouthAdvocacy #ServiceDelivery For more updates, stay tuned to our news section! Kisumu and Nairobi Counties Celebrating Peace in Action: IDP 2025 Commemorations Unite Kisumu and Nairobi in Shared Vision for National Cohesion View Project Kisumu, Kakamega, Vihiga, Siaya, and Bungoma. Agri-Jobs 4 Youth Initiative: Land Access for Youth and Women in Western Kenya View Project Kisumu, Kakamega, Vihiga, Siaya, and Bungoma. Empowering Youth and Women Through Land Access: Intergenerational Dialogues in Western Kenya View Project Kisumu and Bungoma County CPS: Youth-Led Change: Empowering Communities through Nonviolent Advocacy View Project Anchor 1 Previous Next

< Back Credible and Peaceful Election: Our Responsibility Location Bungoma, Busia Location Democracy & Governance Minority communities, such as the Teso and Sabaot, perceive that they are being excluded from county governments, both in the Assembly and Executive. Youth are vulnerable to criminal violence.. Kisumu and Nairobi Counties Celebrating Peace in Action: IDP 2025 Commemorations Unite Kisumu and Nairobi in Shared Vision for National Cohesion View Project Kisumu, Kakamega, Vihiga, Siaya, and Bungoma. Agri-Jobs 4 Youth Initiative: Land Access for Youth and Women in Western Kenya View Project Kisumu, Kakamega, Vihiga, Siaya, and Bungoma. Empowering Youth and Women Through Land Access: Intergenerational Dialogues in Western Kenya View Project Kisumu and Bungoma County CPS: Youth-Led Change: Empowering Communities through Nonviolent Advocacy View Project Anchor 1 Previous Next

I initially registered for this training in 2019. However, my family’s financial situation could not support my school fees and soon after I was forced to drop off. Hillary Kawa Sore Skills and Development “I initially registered for this training in 2019. However, my family’s financial situation could not support my school fees and soon after I was forced to drop off. I relocated to Nairobi and landed a job in an electrical installation company as an apprentice. It wasn’t easy for me, since various contractors would demand for a certificate which I did not have. I was eventually fired from my work place because I did not have any formal certification. I am very grateful for this opportunity that has been granted to me. I will finally acquire certification in electrical installation” Says Hillary Kawa Sore of Bungoma North Technical and Vocational College More Stories Skills Development Turning the Tides through Development Cooperation Read More Peace and Governance Turning Pain into Peace Read More Skills and Development Hillary Kawa Sore Read More Skills and Development My Move to start own business ignited by Pamoja skills training Read More Skills and Development Pamoja changed my Life Read More Skills and Development Reconnecting to my business dream through development partnership Read More

< Back Empowering Youth and Women Through Land Access: Intergenerational Dialogues in Western Kenya Location Kisumu, Kakamega, Vihiga, Siaya, and Bungoma. Location Climate Resilience and Peace and Governance Empowering Youth and Women Through Land Access: Intergenerational Dialogues in Western Kenya. In recent weeks, P4T in collaboration with Community Change Agents (CCAs/FSCs) under the GFA-under the GIZ Agri-jobs 4 youth projec t, has been actively conducting sensitization campaigns and intergenerational dialogue forums across five counties in Western Kenya — Kisumu, Kakamega, Vihiga, Siaya, and Bungoma. The primary goal of these engagements is to improve access to land for women and youth, enabling them to participate more fully in agricultural production. The forums have brought to light various dynamics surrounding land access, including systemic barriers that prevent young people and women from securing full control and ownership of land — challenges that continue to limit their potential in the agricultural sector. Through the Intergenerational Dialogues approach, the project has laid a strong foundation for improved land tenure security. These dialogues foster greater understanding and cooperation between farmers and landowners, while also promoting community-driven solutions tailored to local contexts. Encouragingly, early results show that a number of farmers and landowners have already taken steps to formalize their land lease agreements, signaling a promising shift toward more equitable and secure land access. This initiative not only supports economic empowerment but also contributes to long-term food security and rural transformation in Western Kenya. #landrights #youthinagriculture #womenempowerment #p4timpact #foodsecuri ty #communitydevelopment For more updates, stay tuned to our news section! Kisumu and Nairobi Counties Celebrating Peace in Action: IDP 2025 Commemorations Unite Kisumu and Nairobi in Shared Vision for National Cohesion View Project Kisumu, Kakamega, Vihiga, Siaya, and Bungoma. Agri-Jobs 4 Youth Initiative: Land Access for Youth and Women in Western Kenya View Project Kisumu, Kakamega, Vihiga, Siaya, and Bungoma. Empowering Youth and Women Through Land Access: Intergenerational Dialogues in Western Kenya View Project Kisumu and Bungoma County CPS: Youth-Led Change: Empowering Communities through Nonviolent Advocacy View Project Anchor 1 Previous Next

Promoting Agroecology Practices Our mission is to restore degraded lands, enhance biodiversity, and combat climate change by planting trees and creating sustainable green spaces, with a great vision of a thriving, sustainable world where forests flourish, ecosystems thrive, and communities live in harmony with nature. Pamoja for Transformation was established with a passion for reversing deforestation and creating long-lasting environmental impact. Over the years, we’ve partnered with communities, governments, and organizations to plant over 30 thousand trees and restore 10 hectares of land. We are focusing on Afforestation to: Combatting Climate Change: Trees absorb carbon dioxide, helping to reduce the effects of global warming. Restoring Ecosystems: Planting trees creates habitats for wildlife, stabilizes soil, and improves water cycles. Empowering Communities: Afforestation provides jobs, resources, and education for local communities. Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): Aligning with SDGs such as Climate Action (SDG 13), Life on Land (SDG 15), and Sustainable Cities (SDG 11).

Turning Pain into Peace Twenty six year old Felix Ochieng used to fear election season in Kenya. When he was 11, his brother Moses was almost killed during the post-election violence that broke out after the contested 2007 Kenyan Elections. After the results of the election were announced, the country was ripped apart along ethnic lines. Moses’ neighbours turned against him - they attacked him and burned his house down. He lost everything. “I was not at peace because my brother Moses almost lost his life,” Felix said. The 2022 election season was different for Felix, and for many Kenyans, in what is widely recognized as the most peaceful election in Kenya’s history. Felix was part of that success. Felix and his brother live in Mathare, an informal settlement in the Kenyan capital of Nairobi. In 2022, through USAID Kenya’s Electoral Conflicts Mitigation and Civic Education Support (ECCES) program, We trained Felix as a Peace Ambassador. Felix and other Peace Ambassadors around the country were trained to detect triggers of electoral violence, identify potential hotspots, and respond when a conflict arises. “Now, I have a way to help,” says Felix. He shares his story with others in his neighbourhood and works to prevent youth manipulation and violence by spreading anti-violence messages throughout Mathare . View More

< Back Building Effective Response for Peaceful Elections Location Migori, Nairobi Location Democracy & Governance Migori and Nairobi have a history of heightened electoral violence resulting in death, displacement and destruction of property. There is limited coordination between the police and civic peace actors... Kisumu and Nairobi Counties Celebrating Peace in Action: IDP 2025 Commemorations Unite Kisumu and Nairobi in Shared Vision for National Cohesion View Project Kisumu, Kakamega, Vihiga, Siaya, and Bungoma. Agri-Jobs 4 Youth Initiative: Land Access for Youth and Women in Western Kenya View Project Kisumu, Kakamega, Vihiga, Siaya, and Bungoma. Empowering Youth and Women Through Land Access: Intergenerational Dialogues in Western Kenya View Project Kisumu and Bungoma County CPS: Youth-Led Change: Empowering Communities through Nonviolent Advocacy View Project Anchor 1 Previous Next

< Back Skills and Enterprise Development (SED Main) Location Location Skills and Enterprise Development The project focuses on empowering women and youth by providing them with the necessary skills, networks, capital, and self-confidence to establish and run sustainable, income-earning businesses. The strategy employed by the project aims to address poverty reduction through the strengthening of two types of businesses: Community Saving and Investment Groups: These groups operate small businesses at a subsistence level, enabling their members to meet their basic needs. By supporting these groups, the project aims to enhance their business skills, financial literacy, and access to capital. This assistance allows them to improve their businesses' profitability and sustainability. Disadvantaged Entrepreneurs: The project also targets disadvantaged entrepreneurs who run small market-driven, growth-oriented businesses. By providing them with the necessary support, including training, mentoring, access to capital, and market linkages. Overall, the project's two-fold strategy of supporting community saving and investment groups and disadvantaged entrepreneurs aligns with the goal of poverty reduction by providing opportunities for sustainable income generation, employment creation and economic empowerment for women and youth. Kisumu and Nairobi Counties Celebrating Peace in Action: IDP 2025 Commemorations Unite Kisumu and Nairobi in Shared Vision for National Cohesion View Project Kisumu, Kakamega, Vihiga, Siaya, and Bungoma. Agri-Jobs 4 Youth Initiative: Land Access for Youth and Women in Western Kenya View Project Kisumu, Kakamega, Vihiga, Siaya, and Bungoma. Empowering Youth and Women Through Land Access: Intergenerational Dialogues in Western Kenya View Project Kisumu and Bungoma County CPS: Youth-Led Change: Empowering Communities through Nonviolent Advocacy View Project Anchor 1 Previous Next

Pamoja for Transformation empowers youth, women and men to solve problems in their communities related to violence, security and poverty. We help transform institutions and communities to move from crisis and poverty to peace and prosperity across Kenya. Improving Community Safety & Cohesion At a Glance KEY FACTS Region: Kisumu County Period: December 2016 – May 2018 Partner: Act Change Transform (ACT!) Donor: Danish International Development Agency - DANIDA CONTEXT In Kisumu county, the large numbers of unemployed youth lack access to economic opportunities as well as opportunities to participate in dialogue on issues affecting their communities. This has often resulted in violence and crimes, especially during election times. Young people are often manipulated and hired by politicians to intimidate their rivals and cause violence. Women remain largely excluded from playing an active role in conflict resolution processes. PROJECT AIM Reduce violent gang activities and violent extremism to enhance community safety. Enhance communication, collaboration and trust between the police, the county government, local politicians, the civil society and youth at risk of violence and crime. Results 2017 1’288 representatives from the national and county government, the police, the Council of Elders, the media, as well as religious, youth and civil society leaders attended a series of networking and problem-solving forums. Increased levels of trust and confidence between police and youth at risk groups leading to increased violence and crime reporting. 25 women were trained in mediation and became actively involved in mitigating land conflicts and political incitement. Project Donation Donation account Donation account, Kenya Account Name: Pamoja for Transformation Trust Bank: Cooperative Bank of Kenya Account number: 01128621310300 BANK address: P.O Box 4260-00100 Nairobi Branch: Greenhouse mall Branch Code: 153 SWIFT CODE: KCOOKENA Donation account, Liechtenstein Account name: Pamoja for Transformation e.V. Bank: Liechtensteinische Landesbank AG, Vaduz, Liechtenstein Account number.: 5475.6939.2001 IBAN: LI52 0880 0547 5693 9200 1 BIC: LILALI2XXXX Remark: Improving Community Safety Donation information

< Back The Role of Rural Women in Policy Making Location Homa Bay Location Democracy & Governance With the aim to increase civic participation in democratic and political process, Pamoja carried out a series of training and networking platforms in Homa Bay county.... Kisumu and Nairobi Counties Celebrating Peace in Action: IDP 2025 Commemorations Unite Kisumu and Nairobi in Shared Vision for National Cohesion View Project Kisumu, Kakamega, Vihiga, Siaya, and Bungoma. Agri-Jobs 4 Youth Initiative: Land Access for Youth and Women in Western Kenya View Project Kisumu, Kakamega, Vihiga, Siaya, and Bungoma. Empowering Youth and Women Through Land Access: Intergenerational Dialogues in Western Kenya View Project Kisumu and Bungoma County CPS: Youth-Led Change: Empowering Communities through Nonviolent Advocacy View Project Anchor 1 Previous Next