A journey of hope, service, and connection across East Africa

Welcome to a special blog series tracing the remarkable — and often little-known — history of Alcoholics Anonymous in Kenya.

It began in 1971, with a single public meeting in Nairobi and two traveling AA members willing to share their stories. From that spark, a fellowship grew: across neighborhoods, languages, and borders. This series captures key moments from that journey — how the message was carried to Eastlands, Mombasa, and Malindi; how Kenyan women like Consolata led the way; how doctors, priests, and strangers helped the seed take root.

Each post is short, personal, and grounded in AA’s spirit of service. Together, they form a living history — not just of recovery, but of courage, community, and faith.

Whether you’re a newcomer, a longtime member, or simply curious, we invite you to walk through this timeline of love and resilience.

🕊️ May you find in these words what others once found in a meeting room: hope.