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There are some leaders who lead from behind a desk, and then there are leaders who roll up their sleeves and get involved in everything. Mr. Murithii, Headteacher of Ntilal Primary School, is certainly the latter. From the very first time we met him, we honestly wondered whether he was the headteacher or the school’s handyman! He was everywhere, involved in everything, helping wherever he could, and making sure that things actually got done. We are delighted to see Mr. Murithii personally...

Saturday 29 August 2026 was another special day for Dry River Children Charity as we set up our market stall at The Cedars Hotel in Barnstaple. It was wonderful to be surrounded by stalls from other charities and organisations, all working in different ways to make a difference. Days like this remind us just how powerful community spirit can be when people come together for something bigger than themselves. We brought along our colourful Kenyan crafts, jewellery, sarongs, dog collars, leads...

Water and Technology: Building a Brighter Future for Ntilal One of the main reasons our mission at Dry River Children Charity is so important is our commitment to bringing water and technology to Ntilal, a marginalised community in Samburu, Kenya. For the children of Ntilal Primary School, something as simple as having enough water can make a huge difference to their education. When it rains, the children may collect water from the river. When the river is dry which is most of the time, they...