NLSNPK.New Life Shelter · Kenya
Marsabit County, Kenya

Humanity
at Heart.

Providing decent, dignified shelter for Kenya's nomadic pastoralist communities — where tradition meets sustainable living.

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Communities Reached

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Years Active

NLSNPK field work

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Communities

Our Mission

Elevating Humanity. Ensuring Decent Shelter for Kenya's Pastoralists.

We are solving the challenge of access to decent housing — creating shelters that empower the dreams of every nomadic individual in Kenya, while honoring their rich cultural heritage.

Safe and decent shelter for every family
Traditional & modern building techniques combined
Eco-friendly, locally sourced construction
Community-driven, inclusive development
Innovative and adaptable shelter designs
Vocational training & skills enhancement

How We Work

Our Approaches

Safe & Decent Shelter

Resilient, affordable materials for structural integrity. Homes that safeguard health and meet modern safety standards — built to last.

Bridging the Gap

Uniting tradition and modernity while honouring the pastoralist way of life. Adaptable, community-designed homes that keep culture alive.

Community Led

Locally led, community engaged, with inclusive decision-making for ownership. Initiatives that preserve and celebrate cultural identity.

Environment Friendly

Locally sourced, sustainable building materials. Energy-efficient designs with natural lighting, ventilation, and eco-conscious construction.

Innovative Design

Technological integration for enhanced functionality. Collaborative design thinking that addresses the specific challenges of nomadic life.

Training Programs

Skill development programs to empower community members. Workshops on sustainable building practices and shelter management education.

From the Field

Recent Reports

All field reports
Laisamis
May 2024

Marsabit County

Laisamis

Field SurveyRead report →
Loiyangalani
Nov 2023

Lake Turkana Region

Loiyangalani

Field SurveyRead report →
Mentorship Program
Jan 2025

Marsabit

Mentorship Program

CommunityRead report →

What We Stand For

Our Goals

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Safe & Decent Shelter

Resilient, affordable homes built with structural integrity — safeguarding health and meeting modern safety standards for nomadic families.

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Bridging the Gap

Uniting tradition and modernity. Adaptable, community-designed homes that honour the pastoralist lifestyle while embracing sustainable innovation.

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Advocacy

Raising awareness of nomadic shelter needs to drive recognition, policy change, and sustained engagement from donors and development agencies.

Get in Touch

Contact Us

Reach Out

Location

Marsabit, Kenya

Email

nlsnpk@nlsnpk.org

Call

+254 797 746 677

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