The board members set out joint objectives for the coming years. Among other things, the plan is to expand project work to other regions and to further strengthen the organisation’s social commitment to combating female genital mutilation and gender-based violence, as well as to promoting education and health. Building partnerships with supporters and local decision-makers also plays an important role in this regard.

Another key focus of the meeting was the clear allocation of responsibilities within the organisation. The board, project management and on-site coordinators agreed to continue working closely and transparently together in order to build on the successful work of recent years.

In addition, discussions took place regarding the recruitment of additional staff to better manage the growing workload in the communities. With this reorganisation, Mosocho Enka Enyia C.B.O., together with Partners of Change e.V., is sending a strong signal of continuity, further development and the long-term protection of girls and women in Kenya. Partners of Change e.V. accompanies and supports the continued momentum and expansion of the work, both financially and in terms of guidance, thereby sustainably strengthening the vital prevention and awareness-raising work on the ground.

The government official who observed the election hands the chairperson the new certificate for Mosocho Enka Enyia.

From right to left:
Government official
Vice-Chair: Tiberius Moriasi
Chair of the Executive Committee: Marcella Onsongo
Secretary: Wycliffe Ogega Mbeche
Treasurer: Magaret Mayore
Deputy Secretary: Pauline Ondigo

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Every 12 December, celebrations are held for the girls to mark their acceptance into the Kisii community.

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In the song "Malaika", the young men of Kisii ask their fathers if they may marry women with clitorises; at the end of the song-dialogue, the fathers happily give their consent.

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Events for decision-makers, teachers and parents are held at the seminar centre.

2 December 2025 – Santa and Matieko Sub Location

With singing and dancing, and the presentation of certificates, the young girls are formally welcomed into their community. The photos were taken on 2 December 2025 during the celebrations in Santa and Matieko Sub Location. A total of 67 girls were welcomed into the two communities.

5 December 2025 – Nyakoe – Iranda / Riamorumbwa Seventh-day Adventist Church

8 December 2025 – Bonyagatanyi Sub-Location / Riandubi Junction

9 December 2025 – Nyatieko Mwamosioma sub-location

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In the song "Malaika", the young men of Kisii ask their fathers if they may marry women with clitorises; at the end of the song-dialogue, the fathers happily give their consent.

In the 14 sub-districts of Kitutu Central Sub-County, the Mosocho facilitators carried out follow-up activities for girls in the spring of 2025, which included the following:

• Introduction, 
• The girls are then asked:
  • How have you been since the 2024 party?
  • What did you think of the party?
  • What did you get up to at home after the party?
• What challenges or questions do you face?
• Conclusion: The wonders of the female and male body

A total of 576 people were reached, including girls, parents, volunteers and community members.

Edward Nyakundi, aged 55, from Kitutu Central Sub-County, Santa Sub-Location, Nyamatuta Clan, during the follow-up visit with the girls on 19 January 2025
“I am very glad that I protected my girls from FGM. In fact, they are doing very well. I made a decision after attending the parents’ workshop and being moved by the consequences of female genital mutilation, and I decided to protect them. I realised that a girl’s uncircumcised genitalia are very important for her future sex life. For me, this is not a challenge. I prepared tea and mandazi for them.”

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Partners of Change e.V. is run by volunteers without any donations.

Public speeches by leading figures in the Kisii region against female genital mutilation

on 3 December 2024 in Bigege at the Celebrations

Chief Simon Okeyo Mbwayo, who is in charge of the Raganga sub-location, has been chief for 12 years, has attended 10 celebrations and has also taken his own daughter to the celebrations

“Let’s fight FGM together! I attended a seminar where I was told that 77% of Kisii people practise FGM. FGM has been and remains a problem in Kisii. FGM is linked to … (HIV, poorer women’s health, etc.). We want the figure to be 0%; we want our girls to be protected. FGM will be eradicated in the next generation.”

“This isn’t a joke – be on your guard with every girl.”

Robert Akuma, teacher from Kitutu Central (Mosocho), member of Mosocho Enka Enyia

“Girls may be able to say ‘no’, but they cannot make the decision themselves. It is important to educate parents; they are the ones who can make the decision to protect their daughters. This decision stems from new knowledge and comes from the heart. It is a lasting one.”

Jared Nyambega (MP for Kitutu Central in the Nairobi Parliament) “My daughter is taking part in this year’s celebration too and will be in the spotlight. I’m 100% behind the Fulda-Mosocho project.”

Did you know?

In the song "Malaika", the young men of Kisii ask their fathers if they may marry women with clitorises; at the end of the song-dialogue, the fathers happily give their consent.