The NGO Awards 2025 have been launched in Nairobi, Kenya, amidst a significant funding crisis for the nation's Non-Governmental Organization sector, which has seen a 25 percent decline in financial support. This reduction is attributed to international aid cuts and geopolitical events, prompting calls for diversified funding and increased accountability.

• 25 percent funding decline has impacted Kenya’s NGO sector, highlighting challenges from international aid cuts.
• Dr. Emily Koech, CEO of CIHEB, and Susan Otieno, CEO of the Aga Khan Foundation, urged NGOs to diversify funding and leverage local generosity.
• Kenya ranks among the world’s most charitable nations, with 86% of Kenyans donating to causes and contributing an average of 2.13% of their income to charity.
• Nominations for the expanded NGO Awards 2025, themed "Fundraising for Impact," are open until September 19, with winners announced on November 14.