Welcome to Dawah Caravan

Da’awah Caravan is a grassroots initiative working among the Rendille people of northern Kenya – sharing the message of Islam while providing water, food, education, healthcare and dignified livelihoods.

Da’awah Caravan was founded to re-connect the Rendille community – a people who were once Muslim – back to the faith of Islam.
Our Vision

To see thriving Muslim communities in northern Kenya who live in accordance with the teachings of Islam and positively impact the world around them.

Mission

To build strong Muslim communities in northern Kenya who live by the teachings of Islam and actively contribute to the wellbeing and progress of the world around them.

Our Objectives

Our goal is to reintroduce Islam to the Rendille community and support their journey back to the fold of Islam through consistent da’awah, guidance, and long-term engagement.

How we work

We begin by building genuine relationships with the communities we serve. This means spending time with elders, opinion leaders, and families to earn their trust and understand their daily realities,

WHO ARE WE..

Da’awah Caravan is a community-driven da’awah and relief initiative serving the Rendille and neighbouring communities in northern Kenya, especially in Marsabit County. We focus on villages that face severe drought, food insecurity, lack of healthcare and extremely limited access to Islamic education.

Our Story & Legacy

Da’awah Caravan was inspired by the life and work of our founding Amīr, Mohamed Ali Jama, who dedicated his life to understanding the Qur’an and sharing its message in a simple, practical and compassionate way. He encouraged Muslims to live with humility, give generously and combine religious knowledge with modern education. His passing in January 2022 left a great void, but his legacy continues through every Shahada, every child in Madrassa and every community that gains access to food, water and a Masjid.

Our Solutions & Programs
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Our Programs

Shahada Ceremonies & New Muslim Support

We organise Shahada caravans where entire Manyattas (villages) can formally embrace Islam together.

Average cost: Around USD 8,000 per Shahada ceremony for an entire village (clothing, food rations, logistics).

Uji Feeding Program

Our Uji (porridge) feeding program tackles child hunger and keeps pupils in school and Madrassa. Children receive a nutritious cup of Uji that enables them to focus, learn and grow. The program has already increased attendance and reduced drop-outs in the villages where it has been introduced.

Cost: About USD 350 per village per month.

Masaajid & Madrassas

The Masjid is the heart of every Muslim community. We construct and support Masaajid and Madrassas so that new Muslims have a permanent place for prayer, learning and community life

Approximate cost: Around USD 33,000 for a Masjid with Maalim housing.

Boreholes & Water Bowsers

Water is life – and in our areas of work, it is the difference between survival and disaster. We support: Borehole drilling and equipping to provide long-term, sustainable water sources. Water bowser deliveries to villages during emergencies and severe drought when local sources run dry.

Boreholes: Approx. USD 60,000 per site (drilling + equipping). Water Bowsers: Approx. USD 300 per 20,000-litre trip.

Daii & Maalim Support

Knowledge must be carried by people. We support Daii’s and Maalims who live and serve among the communities, often in very challenging conditions

Monthly stipends and basic livelihood support Housing and transport where possible Training, evaluation and ongoing mentoring

Cost: Around USD 300 per Daii per month.

Drought Relief & Uddhiya

During severe drought and hardship, we organise large-scale food distribution to thousands of households. On Eid-ul-Adha, we purchase animals directly from the local community, strengthening their economy while distributing meat to families in multiple villages.

In 2023 alone, Da’awah Caravan facilitated the sacrifice of 192 animals for Eid-ul-Adha and food support to thousands of households in more than a dozen villages.

OUR IMPACT

Reigniting Faith, Restoring Dignity, Sustaining Lives

Shahada Ceremonies

Multiple Shahada ceremonies across villages such as Rengumo, Galdelan, Kurkum, Nahgan and Kargi-Gabaneyo.

Masaajid Construction

Construction of new Masaajid, including the solar-powered Masjid at Bagasi and Masjid at Kargi-Urwein.

Dedicated Daii Network

Deployment and growth of a team of dedicated Daii’s serving scattered communities.

Drought Relief & Food Support

Drought relief distributions for over 2,400 households in 2023, with ongoing support planned for at least 2,600 households across thirteen villages.

Scholarships for students

Scholarships for students, football kits for youth teams, water tanks, and other forms of community support that build dignity and belonging.

Hope, Faith & Lasting Impact

Every trip to the Manyattas offers a chance to witness renewed faith, smiling children, and elders expressing hope for lasting access to Islam, water, and education.

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How You Can Help

Become a Long-Term Partner

Organisations, Masajid, foundations and businesses are welcome to partner with us through regular contributions, co-funded projects, or in-kind support such as food items, learning materials or medical camps.

Shahada Ceremony

Help an entire village embrace Islam with dignity.

Uji Feeding Program

Keep children in school and Madrassa.

Masjid & Madrassa Construction

Build a lasting centre of prayer and knowledge.

Boreholes & Water Bowsers

Give families sustainable access to clean water.

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