Mama Rachel launches stitching project at Lang'ata prison to mark women's day

She said Cross-stitching has been a source of hope

by The Star

Realtime08 March 2023 - 16:18

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"It gives them dignity, a livelihood, respect from family, and a feeling of achievement," she added.
Mama Rachel announced that her office is committed to growing the Carakana program

First lady Mama Rachel Ruto at Langata Women's Prinson on March 8, 2023

First Lady of Kenya Mama Rachel Ruto on Wednesday launched the Carakana, whose name was changed from Cross Stitch International, at the Lang'ata Women's prison.

First Lady Mama Rachel Ruto at the Langata Women prison attempting to Cross Stitch on March 8,2023

The Carakana project, according to Mama Rachel, has trained over 1500 women who have produced quality artefacts that have earned them Sh5.15 million.

Mama Rachel Ruto at the Langata Women Prison on March 8, 2023

Mama Rachel said Cross-stitching has been a source of hope for the women in prison.

"It gives them dignity, a livelihood, respect from family, and a feeling of achievement," she added.

Women at Langata Prison during the International Women's day on March 8, 2023

"This also contributes to mental well-being and is an indigenous skill that generates income as well as an improvement in cognitive, emotional, and social wellbeing."