Harambee movement

The Harambee movement is a Kenyan initiative that encourages collective community effort to address local development needs. The term "Harambee" means "pulling together" in Swahili, reflecting a culture of shared responsibility and cooperation. Communities come together, often pooling resources—time, money, or labor—to build schools, roads, or improve livelihoods. Launched in the 1960s, Harambee emphasizes self-reliance, unity, and active citizen participation in national development, fostering social cohesion and empowering local strength to achieve common goals.