Next, we visited the 93C fish farm operated by Father’s House in Ruiru, Kenya.
We met Pastor Victor Mwangi at his church and spent some time getting to know him. He and his family lived in the United States for many years, completing their education and also working for the Kenyan government in the U.S. Then, like many, he felt called to return to his home country. From his church, we ventured to the fish farm installation.
Last year, during our visit to this site, the fish farm was just nearing completion, and this year we had hoped to see it in full production. Unfortunately, a number of factors have prevented the farm from reaching productive capacity. The floating vegetable gardens have a significant insect infestation, and the water condition is difficult to maintain at a sustainable level for raising fish. Our friend Ron Barnes of 93C, who is the inventor and donor of this system, is working with the church to address the challenges they are facing. (N/P)
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Thanks to Mr. Sam Owen, we were introduced to Andrew Ongoka. Andrew is a Kenyan national who is married to a U.S. medical doctor.
We met with Nelson Mookie, Manager of Capital Projects for Care International Hospital.
We enjoyed a dinner with our friend Nicholas Selby! Since we met a year earlier, Nicholas has only increased his involvement in supporting solar initiatives across rural Africa.
We met with Peter Fry the executive director for Kua Ventures.
The Bucket Ministry provides a bucket and a water filter so that people who do not have access to clean water will and in the process of distributing and educating recipients they also share the gospel.
Our next meeting was with Mr. David Osamba of Nyabon Enterprises in Nairobi. His company is focused on optimizing the business of small farming.
From the fish farm, we proceeded to Container World Africa, where the owner, Calvin, showed us his operation.
Next, we visited the 93C fish farm operated by Father’s House in Ruiru, Kenya.
Their primary purpose is to train and develop skills for young people in Kenya.
This venture was started in 2017 by XXX. They have created an off-the-grid irrigation system that incorporates a solar-powered water pump, which feeds an elevated storage tank.
