Barb Mackraz
A Library for a Manyatta
The smallest library with the biggest footprint! This is the story of how the first Manyatta Library came together in the Maasai Mara.
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Strengthening literacy & knowledge
Strengthening literacy & knowledge
Strengthening literacy & knowledge
Encouraging a lifelong love of learning
Meet the Board
Meet the Board
Meet the Board
MARA CONSERVATION
encouraging empathy for other life
MLP Team in Morocco
Advisors in Morocco
John Hockenberry
- Oct 28, 2022
- 4 min
The Secret Is Out in Frankfurt: An Oliveseed Grows in Africa
Frankfurt, Africa Publishing Innovation Fund, and Oliveseed, as journalist John Hockenberry weaves a colorful tale...
Amos Kipeen
- Aug 4, 2022
- 5 min
Aitong Primary School Library, a Dream Come True
We launched a vibrant library and learning center at Aitong Primary School, where Amos went to school as a youngster!
Alex Lekishon
- Mar 30, 2022
- 5 min
Celebrating Young Writers from the Maasai Mara
Alex reports on the need and impact of our writing project for Maasai students and the recent event honoring these young writers.
Amos Kipeen
- Sep 16, 2021
- 4 min
The Academic Fortunes of Stellah Rinka
Stellah, rescued from early marriage, is the first recipient in our new scholarship program. Her story is one of hope and determination.
Alex Lekishon
- Jun 7, 2021
- 6 min
Emanyata Oolorikan ‘Olng’esherr’ rite of passage in the Maasai community
Alex Lekishon explains the male rites of passage performed every 15 years in the Maasai Mara, transitioning males to adulthood.
Joel Reyia Kapante
- Apr 12, 2021
- 3 min
Teaching Modern Library Skills in the Maasai Mara
Students today need not only high-quality libraries but the skills to use them effectively. Joel explains in the context of Talek Primary.
Gregory Omondi
- Mar 9, 2021
- 6 min
Talek Learning Centre, a Gift That Lasts Forever
Teachers are already calling this center a "hub of transformation." Gregory reports on the exciting 3-day launch.
Joel Reyia Kapante
- Jan 26, 2021
- 3 min
Solar Lanterns & Books Change Lives!
When we started the Solar Library Project, journalist Joel Reyia was among the first to visit some of the families.
Barb Mackraz
- Jan 22, 2021
- 3 min
Planting Trees & Peace Across the World
We launched the OliveSeed Trees Initiative on Martin Luther King Day, with a united tree planting in California, Morocco, and Kenya.
Amos Kipeen
- Jan 12, 2021
- 2 min
In Their Words: Stories from Young Maasai
What was life like in 2020 on the Maasai Mara for teenagers and kids at home? We asked them to tell us. Here's a quick update from Amos.
Amos Kipeen
- Dec 22, 2020
- 2 min
Coming Soon: Library & Learning Centre for Talek Primary
"Yesterday I visited Talek Primary School for inspection and preparation for launching of a model library and learning resource centre."
Barb Mackraz
- Dec 21, 2020
- 2 min
Mara Girls Solar Library Project... We're Getting There
Is there a better marriage than literacy and light?! We'll soon be bringing solar lanterns and a library to families in the Maasai Mara.
Jack Lekishon
- Sep 13, 2019
- 3 min
Oliveseed—More to the Name Than Meets the Eye
As Jack Lekishon explains, the African olive tree is a symbol of both nurturing and strength in Maasai culture.
Fred Kariankei
- Jun 30, 2019
- 3 min
An Olive Tree Isn't Just a Tree... It's a Holy Tree
Did you know that the wild African olive tree has deep meaning in Maasai culture? Our friend Fred explains.
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