NAIROBI, Kenya, Jan 18- Three social groups based in Nairobi, Kiambu, and Kajiado counties respectively have emerged as the 2021 winners of the LG Electronics Ambassador Challenge that seeks to promote growth and self-reliance of local communities.
The three, Ghetto Evolve from Nairobi, The Eagles from Limuru, and Mpookua Primary school will each receive Ksh.1,000,000 (one million) which is the main prize that will go towards solving social issues in the communities in which they reside.
Speaking during the announcement of the three, LG Electronics East Africa Managing director Sa Nyoung Kim said, “This challenge is part of LG’s overarching vision that sees various aspects of society working together to achieve a better life for all. This being our second year running it successfully, we remain committed to executing social contribution activities that deliver sustainable growth to local communities as we empower everyone to live a better life that they deserve.”
As part of their solutions agenda, Mporokua primary school – a public mixed day primary school in Kajiado Central sub-county, Ilmarba location seeks to use the funds to develop one classroom and two-door toilets to reduce congestion from the other classes.
In Nairobi, the Ghetto Evolve Mathare social group plans to use the capital received to establish a resource center for kids, young men, and women in Mathare slums.
The third group, the Eagles from Limuru intend to purchase motorbikes which shall provide jobs to the young families in their club as part of their long-term plan to venture into the transport business and create a livelihood for their members.
