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Explore Mathare, a vibrant neighborhood in Nairobi. Meet community leaders, visit sports grounds, and immerse yourself in the local music and art scene.

Highlights

• Feel the energy of Mathare, a vibrant neighborhood in Nairobi
• Meet community leaders and youth mentors who run local programs
• Learn how sports and arts serve as tools for unity and mentorship
• Visit the community sports grounds and meet young athletes
• Immerse yourself in the musical side of the program at the art hub

Description

Begin with a convenient pickup from your hotel. After a short briefing, head to Mathare, one of Nairobi’s most vibrant and culturally expressive neighborhoods. Upon arrival, be welcomed by community leaders and youth mentors who run local sports and music empowerment programs. Start with a guided orientation walk through the community, where your guide shares the history of Mathare, its strong spirit of resilience, and how local programs support young people through education, creativity, and talent development. Learn how sports and arts serve as essential tools for unity, mentorship, and personal growth. Visit the community sports grounds, where the football program is based. Meet young athletes training in grassroots leagues and learn how coaching helps instill teamwork, discipline, leadership, and opportunities beyond the neighborhood. Join a light warm-up, practice ball-skills with the players, or enjoy a friendly mini-match (optional and beginner-friendly). Next, immerse yourself in the musical side of the program. Visit the community music and art hub, where talented youth express themselves through African drumming, hip-hop, spoken word, breakdance, and traditional rhythms. Enjoy live demonstrations and feel free to participate—learn a beat, try basic drumming, join a simple dance routine, or watch small group performances. Throughout the visit, engage in open conversations with artists, players, and mentors. Ask questions, exchange cultural perspectives, and learn how the program has impacted lives and created pathways for young talent. Wrap up with a reflection session and optional opportunity to support local artists by purchasing crafts, music, or community-made souvenirs before being safely transferred back to your hotel.

Includes

Hotel pickup and drop-off Guided orientation walk Visit to community sports grounds Visit to community music and art hub Live demonstrations Engagement with community leaders and youth mentors

Important Information

• Participation in sports and music activities is optional and beginner-friendly Opportunity to support local artists by purchasing crafts, music, or community-made souvenirs

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund