The General Secretary of the National Council of Churches of Kenya (NCCK), Rev Canon Chris Kinyanjui, has hosted a delegation of the Protestant Church of Germany (EKD).
The meeting conversation focused on the humanitarian and development work of Diakonie Katastrophenhilfe and Bread for the world in partnership with their partner organizations including the NCCK.
During the meeting held at the NCCK offices in Jumuia Place, the NCCK GS emphasized the Council’s commitment to transforming lives through various initiatives albeit the challenges in the country.
“NCCK has been very vocal in championing for the rights of Kenyans through the support of our various partners and we face a lot of challenges like the current deteriorating state of the economy and the high political temperatures,” said the GS.
The head of the German delegation, Dr. Silke Lechner expressed her appreciation for the impactful work done by all the partner organizations present including NCCK.
“We go home with a lot of information on the work that you are doing and the difference you are making in people’s lives. We pray and urge you to continue doing the good work with love and God’s guidance,” said Dr. Silke Lechner.
Speaking during the meeting, Diakonie Katastrophenhilfe Regional Director, Katrin Jullien underscored the importance of partnerships in maximizing the impact of interventions by humanitarian and development agencies, stressing the need for more collaboration.
Also present in the meeting were representatives of the Anglican Development Service (ADS), Rural Agency for Community Development and Assistance (RACIDA), and Eastern Africa Collaboration on Economic Social and Cultural Rights (EACOR) who are also working in partnership with Diakonie Katastrophenhilfe and Bread for the World.
The NCCK has partnered with Diakonie Katastrophenhilfe and Bread for the World to undertake humanitarian & development interventions in Kenya.
