SLIM Mradi Library
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| SLIM Mradi Library | R E P O R T C A R D |
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| In our network | Yes |
| Library visited by our team | Yes |
| Library visit date | 8/2/2014 and 13 November 2014 |
| Library context | This library is located in the Kasarani slum in Nairobi. It is small and very well maintained. The management performs exceptional work. |
| This library needs: (reviewed and approved by ATS) |
This library building is very nice, well maintained and could host a lot more books. it has electricy and an empty room which could accomodate many computers. The library needs: - Books - Pencils, paper, and drawing material - Electricity hookup ($50) - Computers - Internet service |
| Region | Kasarani, Nairobi, Kenya |
| Google maps link | Locate on Google Maps (approx.) |
| Observations | This library is a new project located in the Kasarani slum. It is in real need of more books which will benefit many. This is an initiative by the founder, Douglas Ng’ang’a Muthoni.
Mr Muthoni works part-time at the library and the rest of the time he works as a driver. A good portion of his income go directly to support his library project. What a great local initiative which could use some encouragements. |
| Address | Mathare 4A, behind Baraka hospital (German Doctors), Ruaraka Constituency, Utalii Sub-location, Roysambu Division, Kasarani District, Nairobi County. |
| Postal address | P.O. Box 104331, Jamia, Nairobi, Kenya |
| Point of contact | Douglas Ng’ang’a Muthoni |
| Website | N/A |
| libqueens@yahoo.com or douglas0722@yahoo.com | |
| Year founded | 2014 |
| Serving population | 25,000 |
| Surface size (approx.) | 12X32 feet |
| Access to electricity | Not yet |
| Number of visitors per day (approx.) | 150 users during school days and 300 users during school holidays |
| Number of seats | 15 + carpets |
| Number of tables | 3 |
| Number of books | 600 |
| Internet | Yes by ATS |
| Wireless Internet available (Wifi) | No |
| Internet speed | N/A |
| Number of computers | 0 |
| Services offered | homework assistance, drama club, drawing club, school visits, book lending program, girls football training, indoor games i.e. chess, puzzles etc. |
| Support this library directly | Please contact the library for more information on how to donate directly. |
| Additional supporting material | |
| SUPPORT PROVIDED BY ATS | Drawing supplies: pens, crayons, paper. One computer,books and Novels were donated. |