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Wikimedia Kenya User Group

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Official handle for Wikimedia Kenya User Group. We're a community of volunteers contributing towards enhancing access to free knowledge on @Wikipedia

Nairobi, Kenya
Joined February 2020
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@Wikimedia
Wikimedia Foundation
1 year
Do you ever wonder how Wikipedia, the free online encyclopedia, protects your personal information so you can read, share, and edit it privately and safely? Take #AWikiMinute to learn more. https://t.co/CMHK9firOi
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@Wikimedia
Wikimedia Foundation
1 year
Did you know you can easily track changes to Wikipedia articles you are interested in? With the watchlist tool, you can monitor updates, edits, deletions, and more actions affecting the pages you choose to "watch". 🧵⬇️ (1/3)
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@UN
United Nations
@UN
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Digital violence is spreading at an alarming speed — and women are disproportionately affected. Yet nearly half of the world’s women & girls still lack legal protection from online abuse. More from @UN_Women: https://t.co/Nw4wNZt9hs
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@WikimediaK
Wikimedia Kenya User Group
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"I used to think that @Wikipedia was just a search engine until my mentor @teresia_boke introduced me to Wikimedia Kenya User Group; that’s when I realized it’s a community of real people making knowledge accessible!" @H_Otubula Hongera! #artandfeminismKE
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Wikimedia Kenya User Group
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"Contributing to enhancing the representation of Kenyan women on @Wikipedia has deepened my understanding of the intersection between feminism and digital knowledge" @Lebu_Ayiga Hongera sana! #ArtAndfeminismKe @artandfeminism
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@WikimediaK
Wikimedia Kenya User Group
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"Contributing to @Wikipedia has given me a better understanding of collective storytelling, empowering me to amplify underrepresented voices and contribute meaningfully to global knowledge equity." @Hkaraniwillie5 Hongera! #ArtAndFeminismKe @Pwaniuni
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Wikimedia Kenya User Group
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"My experience in the Wikimedia Kenya community has deepened my appreciation of how collective knowledge and collaboration can drive inclusion and bridge global knowledge gaps."@abelodhiambo3 Hongera! #ArtAndFeminismKe
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Wikimedia Kenya User Group
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"Uploading photos and sharing them with the world gives me a deep sense of fulfilment, knowing that my contributions help others access free knowledge" @RuthKeah Hongera! #ArtAndFeminismKE @artandfeminism @WikiCommons
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@WikimediaK
Wikimedia Kenya User Group
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A huge thank you to everyone who took part in the #ArtAndFeminismKe 2025. Every single contribution directly combatted gender bias, shaping a more inclusive future in art, especially as we navigate the age of AI. A special Hongera goes out to our top 5 contributors.
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@WikimediaK
Wikimedia Kenya User Group
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This Mashujaa Day, we reflect on the journey of freedom and democracy in Kenya. A journey deeply shaped by the courage and sacrifices of Raila Odinga. His legacy continues to inspire. Read more here: https://t.co/8ZJEQbL8bo #MashujaaDay2025
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@WikimediaK
Wikimedia Kenya User Group
2 months
Confirmed: We have indeed lost #Baba #railaodinga #Jakom The Enigma! King of Democracy. Read More about #Odinga on his @Wikipedia biography, which our editors are watchlisting to combat any vandalism aimed at spreading #Misinformation
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@WikimediaK
Wikimedia Kenya User Group
2 months
The #ArtAndFeminismKe Campaign is live and thriving. Our weekly Translator-thons and Edit-a-thons are already in full swing, with our participants collaborating to create, translate, and enrich content that helps bridge the gender gaps on Wikipedia and its sister projects.
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@WikimediaK
Wikimedia Kenya User Group
2 months
The #SheSaid Campaign is still ongoing. It’s all about documenting and sharing notable quotes by women on #WikiQuotes- ensuring their voices,wisdom, and impact are preserved and amplified. Let’s celebrate and grow women’s voices together. Register here: https://t.co/YmSyjiN1lg
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@WikimediaK
Wikimedia Kenya User Group
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AI is shaping the future and the #ArtAndFeminism Campaign is making sure it's inclusive. By empowering women and gender-diverse editors, we are building a digital space that reflects Kenya's rich culture and diversity. #ArtAndFeminismKe Watch more here; https://t.co/XBKlUrA907
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@WikimediaK
Wikimedia Kenya User Group
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2. By localizing content on Wikipedia & other projects such as wiki data in swahili, we are making knowledge accessible to more communities. #Openknowledge
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@WikimediaK
Wikimedia Kenya User Group
3 months
Today is the International Day for Universal Access to Information! 1. Access to information is a human right. Through projects like Wiki For Human Rights and Months of African Cinema, we're closing content gaps on Kenya on Wikipedia. #Wikipedia
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@Wikimania
Wikimania
3 months
#Wikimania2026 scholarships: orientation sessions are here. FR: 25 Sept, 18:30 UTC ES: 26 Sept, 15:00 UTC EN I: 29 Sept, 15:00 UTC EN II: 30 Sept, 08:00 UTC AR: 30 Sept, 13:00 UTC No Louvre lines. No Eiffel Tower crowds. Clear guidance. Link in bio. #WikimaniaParis
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@WikimediaK
Wikimedia Kenya User Group
3 months
Join us today during the WIA Hour as we celebrate the 50th episode of Wiki In Africa! 🕖 7pm EAT Today 📍 Register here: https://t.co/0SJpp1yzDn The session will also be live on YouTube, Facebook, and LinkedIn via the Wiki In Africa channels. https://t.co/Yvx6HOYxkG
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@WikimediaK
Wikimedia Kenya User Group
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“Progress has been made, and it has been made because women stand up and advocate. It has been made because women make other women visible.” ~Raychelle Omamo #ArtAndFeminismKe #WikiQuotes #SheSaid
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@WikimediaK
Wikimedia Kenya User Group
3 months
Prof James Kahindi,VC @PU_Kilifi, has emphasised the crucial role information plays in safeguarding cultural & language preservation & gave his full support for the establishment of a Wiki Knowledge Club at the institution. #ArtAndFeminismKe @WinnieKabintie @Wikipedia
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