Kamukunji Development, Youth & Skills

Pumwani Ward: Markets, Schools & Sports Transformation

How modern markets, school upgrades, and revitalised sports facilities are reshaping livelihoods and community life in Pumwani Ward.

Pumwani Ward: Markets, Schools & Sports Transformation
Captured moments from the Kamukunji Peace Cup 2023, as teams, supporters, and the wider community came together for a football tournament celebrating unity, youth engagement, and peace through sport.
Pumwani Ward has experienced a broad transformation driven by modern markets, improved schools, and revitalised sports infrastructure.Historically known for its trading hubs and sporting culture, Pumwani has seen targeted investments that restore dignity to traders, expand educational opportunity, and re-energise youth engagement through sport.

Modern Markets & Trader Dignity

Trading is central to Pumwani’s identity. Recent developments have focused on creating safe, organised, and productive trading environments.
  • Completion of a modern six-storey market providing secure stalls and storage
  • Improved sanitation, fire safety, and access for customers
  • Formalised trading spaces reducing congestion and risk
These upgrades have improved working conditions and strengthened livelihoods for thousands of traders.
The upgraded Ahero Road in Pumwani Ward is improving access for Jua Kali traders and strengthening connections to Burma and Gikomba markets.The upgraded Ahero Road in Pumwani Ward is improving access for Jua Kali traders and strengthening connections to Burma and Gikomba markets.

Strengthening Public Education

Education facilities in Pumwani have benefited from sustained rehabilitation and expansion.
  • Renovation and upgrading of classrooms in public primary schools
  • Improved sanitation facilities supporting healthier learning environments
  • Support for learners through bursaries and infrastructure improvements
These interventions have reduced overcrowding and improved learning outcomes for children in the ward.

Sports, Youth & Community Life

Pumwani’s sporting culture has been revitalised through renewed investment in community facilities.
  • Rehabilitation of Kamukunji Grounds
  • Regular use by 20+ teams for training and matches
  • Hosting of community tournaments promoting peace and cohesion
Sports infrastructure has provided positive pathways for youth, strengthening discipline, teamwork, and community pride.
A free medical camp held during Kamukunji Bursary Day at Kamukunji Vocational & Technical College, Airbase, provided healthcare services to over 3,000 parents through partnerships with Health Gate Hospital and Burhan Hospital.A free medical camp held during Kamukunji Bursary Day at Kamukunji Vocational & Technical College, Airbase, provided healthcare services to over 3,000 parents through partnerships with Health Gate Hospital and Burhan Hospital.

A Ward on the Rise

Pumwani’s progress reflects a holistic approach to development — where commerce, education, and youth engagement reinforce one another.