The PONA Initiative

09/06/2026

World Oceans Day 2026🌍🌊

The PONA Initiative proudly joined community members, youth, and partners in a beach clean-up activity to mark World Oceans Day. The exercise highlighted the importance of protecting our oceans, beaches, and marine ecosystems from pollution, especially plastic waste that threatens marine life and livelihoods.

Beyond the clean-up, participants were sensitized on the vast opportunities within the Blue Economy and the importance of enrolling in TVET institutions to acquire relevant skills for emerging sectors such as fisheries, aquaculture, marine transport, coastal tourism, waste management, and ocean conservation. Access to quality technical and vocational training empowers young people to participate meaningfully in the sustainable use of our ocean resources while creating employment and entrepreneurship opportunities.

Together, we can keep our oceans clean, build resilient coastal communities, and inspire more young people to explore the limitless opportunities within the Blue Economy.

05/06/2026

01/06/2026

As we commemorated International Menstrual Hygiene Day, The PONA Initiative engaged young mothers and girls in an interactive session that combined menstrual health awareness with discussions on the immense opportunities available within the Blue Economy (BE)sector.

The Blue Economy offers a wide range of income-generating and career opportunities for young people through TVET training and skills development, young women can access these opportunities, create sustainable livelihoods, and contribute to economic growth within coastal communities.

The session encouraged participants to view themselves not only as beneficiaries of development but also as future entrepreneurs, innovators, and leaders in the Blue Economy. By creating awareness of these opportunities, we are helping young mothers and girls discover alternative pathways to employment, financial independence, and resilience.

Such engagements are important because they empower young people with knowledge, expand their career horizons, reduce vulnerability to poverty, and promote social inclusion. When girls and young mothers understand the opportunities around them and have access to the right skills and information, they can transform their lives, support their families, and become drivers of sustainable community development.

Together, we are building a generation of informed, empowered, and economically independent young women ready to harness the potential of the Blue Economy.

19/05/2026

The PONA Initiative is proud to have 3 of its representatives participate in a two-day Circular Economy Training facilitated by .
The program known as provided valuable knowledge on sustainable waste management, environmental conservation, and innovative ways of turning waste into opportunities for economic empowerment.

As communities continue to face increasing environmental challenges, embracing recycling is no longer an option but a necessity. Recycling helps reduce pollution, protect our environment, create employment opportunities, and promote sustainable living.
Through the circular economy approach, we are reminded that waste is wealth materials that are often discarded can be reused, recycled, and transformed into valuable products that support livelihoods and community development.

At The PONA Initiative, we remain committed to empowering communities with knowledge and solutions that promote sustainability, innovation, and a cleaner future for all. 🌱♻️ 🌍 CircularEconomy

05/05/2026

Today, we raise our voices not just in grief but in courage, in unity, and in unwavering demand for justice.

As The PONA Initiative , we stand together with the community to demand TRUTH, ACCOUNTABILITY, and JUSTICE for Keziah. Her life mattered. Her story matters. And her voice will not be silenced.

We refuse to normalize violence. We refuse to look away. We refuse to be quiet.

This is more than a moment this is a call to action.

Stand up for what is right
peak out and break the silence
Demand justice for Keziah, and for every girl whose voice has been taken too soon

Let us come together as a community to protect our children, to challenge injustice, and to ensure that no family has to endure such pain again.

We call upon all relevant authorities to act swiftly, transparently, and justly.





🖤 Her life matters. Her story matters. Justice matters.

09/04/2026

The PONA Initiative was honored to participate in a transformative training facilitated by the Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KNCCI) on the Jiinue Program.

The training focused on equipping businesses with essential skills in financial literacy, marketing, business growth strategies, and access to funding opportunities. It also highlighted how entrepreneurs can strengthen their businesses and build resilience in today’s dynamic economic environment.

Through this engagement, we gained valuable insights on how to better support our community, especially women and young entrepreneurs, to scale their businesses and improve their livelihoods.

We remain committed to empowering communities through knowledge, partnerships, and sustainable economic opportunities.

01/04/2026

As PONA Initiative, In partnership with Akili Dada , we are leading community outreaches across Kilifi County to promote access to Blue Economy opportunities.
We were engaged in a dynamic and reflective forum that brought together partners, implementers, and stakeholders to assess our journey and shape the way forward.
Through these engagements, we are working with girls and young women, parents, and community leaders to break social and cultural barriers that limit enrollment in TVET. By partnering with industry players and other Blue Economy ambassadors, we are positioning technical training as a pathway to sustainable and rewarding careers.
This work is part of the Kenya Blue Economy Skills Training (KBEST) Program, funded by the Government of Canada , aimed at empowering women, youth, and vulnerable groups through skills, scholarships, and opportunities for economic growth.