Wikimedia Community User Group Kenya

.@wikilovesafrica the photographic, video and audio contest, is back! The 2022 theme is 'Home and Habitat'. Here's your chance to enter images or media must visually capture the theme as it applies to #Kenya and Africa. More details: commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Commons:W…

On the 100th anniversary of #InternationalWomenDay Peninah Musyimi, from the slums of Nairobi (pictured), was given the "I am Powerful" award by @CARE en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Peninah_M… @c_mwaura @wikimediauk

A book is the most powerful weapon that we should make use in promoting social engagement and development.

Kiswahili kitukuzwe. #SwahiliWikipedia #Wiki4Universities @Wikipedia

#SwahiliWikipedia is the most spoken indigenous language in Africa.We are pleased to have the support of @Wikimedia & VC @Pwaniuni to enhance the capacity of Kenyans to contribute in #SwahiliWikipedia @wiki_Tza @WikimediaKE #Wiki4Universities

The Core Organizing Team (COT) for Wikimania 2022: Anton Protsiuk, Antoni Mtavangu, Evelin Heidel (Scann), Houcemeddine Turki (Csisc), Kayode Yussuf (Kayusyussuf), NANöR, Omar David Sandoval Sida (Omar_sansi), Richard Knipel (Pharos), Sandra Aceng, and Venus Lui.

Has your country signed up for the OSM Africa March Mapathon yet? Come join us to #MapSierraLeone as we mark #OpenDataDay2022 and #IWD2022 @osmsierraleone @youthmappers @hotosm @openmapping_esa Invite all your #OpenStreetMap buddies via eventbrite.com/e/osm-africa-m…

The Wikimedia Foundation joins those calling for a peaceful end to the conflict in Ukraine, and will continue to support the efforts of Wikimedia volunteers and others contributing to a strong digital commons that keeps knowledge open, neutral, and free. wikimediafoundation.org/news/2022/03/0…

The images shared in @WikiLovesAfrica's annual contest have been viewed 787 million times on @WikiCommons. 📷 This has a real impact on the visual representation of Africa online, helping change perceptions and enhance understanding. #OpenTheKnowledge diff.wikimedia.org/2021/12/14/in-…

Such a great opportunity #WikiForHumanRights @Wikimedia @WikimediaKE @Puritykvr @michaelmaua @habelag @abdulahi_isaac @owakakalamu @librarian_nkem

#WikiLovesAfrica 2021 is LIVE! Enter photos and videos of this year's theme: HEALTH and WELLNESS, to stand a chance to WIN! For more information see: commons.wikimedia.org/.../Commons:Wi…... #WikiLovesAfrica2021 @wikilovesafrica @Wikipedia Follow us on FB: web.facebook.com/WikimediaKEUse…

Involved in or passionate about, Kenyan and African cinema-related content? The AfroCine Project invites you to participate in this contest. Prizes include - Overall winner: 1st - $500 2nd - $200 3rd - $100 For further info, see: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia…

Good morning! Let's showcase the natural beauty of our country to the world! #WikiLovesEarth 2020 ends in just about a WEEK! Have you submitted your photos yet to stand a chance to win? More details about WLE in @magicalkenya 📸 w.wiki/XbE

Remember, the deadline to take part in the #WikiLovesEarth photo upload contest is FAST APPROACHING. @WikiLovesEarth For more details see: commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Commons:W…

Today, we have signed this open letter opposing a new bill that threatens everyone's right to securely use the internet. Privacy and security are the bedrock of intellectual freedom and we must protect them.

What is @WikiLovesAfrica? For many across Africa it is the very first introduction to sharing any media online via an open platform and under an open licence. It shows people how to share images that reflect their lives and cultures. @creativecommons (image Ahmed Emad H CC-BY-SA)

Great news! The DEADLINE HAS BEEN EXTENDED for #WikiLovesAfrica

@AskAManager Thanks for recognizing @Wikimedia as a model for #remoteworking I'm proud to be a part of a leadership team that trusts its colleagues and has #bestpractices designed to keep work moving forward @Wikipedia slate.com/human-interest…

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