Kikao Cha Wanaume

Real Men. Real Conversations. Real Impact.

KIKAWA is a flagship men's mental health initiative by Beautiful Minds Network — a space for men to connect, have real conversations, build community and create lasting impact for boys.

27 – 29 November, 2026  —  Nanyuki, Laikipia County

KIKAWA logo — overlapping profile silhouettes with the word KIKAWA, on a teal background
Who We Are

KIKAWA is for men, by men.

A space to connect, have real conversations, build a community and create impact for boys.

Beautiful Minds Network (BMN) is a charitable, disability-led organisation dedicated to advancing Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) awareness through structured psycho-education and active suicide prevention. KIKAWA — Kikao Cha Wanaume — is BMN's flagship project focused on mental health for men and boys, working through the masculine social structures men already gather in, to open conversations about mental health that rarely happen elsewhere.

BMN is led by Founder & Lead Trainer Ameerah Nyakiere Mungai and Co-Founder & CEO CPA Zachary Munyi, bringing together lived experience, professional expertise and community-driven leadership.

Why it matters

  1. 01We are bridging the gap for men by creating a space for real conversations about mental health.
  2. 02We are giving the event purpose by providing a platform for men to have a positive impact on boys.
  3. 03A community is built through the formation of a club for sustainability and consistency of future activities and impact.
“Partnering with KIKAWA means supporting a movement for men's mental health, unity and impact. Together, we create experiences that go beyond moments and drive into lasting change.”
The Experience

An immersive experience built around connection, purpose and impact.

  • 01

    Team challenges & real conversations

    Structured activities designed to open up honest conversation between men.

  • 02

    Seamless experiences across Laikipia

    A weekend that moves through some of Laikipia's most memorable settings.

  • 03

    A space to engage and build community

    The foundation for the ongoing KIKAWA Club, beyond the event itself.

  • 04

    Driving impact with boys at The Simama Project

    Direct mentorship and support for boys in Simama's care.

Sponsors are integrated throughout the event experience, ensuring consistent visibility and association with positive, memorable moments.

Event Flow

Our timeline ensures continuous engagement before, during and after the event.

  1. NovemberOnline Mental Health Meetings
  2. Friday 27thKoroga
  3. Saturday 28thMotor Maze
  4. Saturday 28thDinner
  5. Sunday 29thSimama Brunch
  6. OngoingKIKAWA Club Activities

Phases

Pre-event Promotion

Digital marketing, partner announcements, community outreach and online mental health meetings.

Main Event

Team activity days, media coverage, sponsor activations.

Post-event Follow-up

Media recap, thank-you campaign, performance reports and continued club activities.

Audience & Reach

A high-value audience, with strong visibility for partners.

Primary Audience

  • 250–300 men aged 25–60
  • Business owners, professionals, entrepreneurs and corporate leaders
  • Individuals actively investing in personal growth and wellbeing

Projected Reach

  • Event attendance: 250–300 men
  • Digital reach: 50,000+ impressions
  • Social media engagement: 10,000+ engagements
  • Media coverage: local and regional platforms

Audience Profile

  • High disposable income
  • Growth-oriented consumers
  • Strong community influence
  • Active social media users

The event draws both local and regional attention, with extensive promotion across media channels — online campaigns, press releases and live coverage ensure maximum exposure for all participating sponsors.

Why Partner With Us

More than visibility — KIKAWA is about impact.

Partnering means aligning with a movement driving psychosocial change for men and boys through a long-term CSR platform. Beyond the event, this impact is sustained through ongoing community engagement and the KIKAWA Club.

KIKAWA offers partners a platform for meaningful visibility, audience engagement and community impact. Through event branding, digital campaigns, participant interactions and post-event reporting, partners gain measurable exposure while supporting a cause that creates lasting psychosocial impact for men and boys.

Impact & Outcomes

What we track, and what we expect to achieve.

Impact Indicators

  • Number of participants engaged
  • Number of boys reached through the Mentorship Programme
  • Mentorship interactions conducted
  • Funds raised and utilised
  • Social media reach and engagement
  • Partner visibility metrics
  • Participant feedback and satisfaction scores
  • Number of participants who form the KIKAWA Club

Expected Outcomes

  • 100–150Participants
  • 50,000+Digital reach
  • 10,000+Engagements
  • 300+Boys impacted
  • 50+Tourism & conservation centres visited

Based on previous BMN digital campaigns, partner activations and awareness campaign reach.

The Cause

All proceeds go directly to boys in three communities.

All proceeds will be channelled to The Simama Project in Nanyuki, CEDC Nanyuki and Likii Primary School, supporting boys in their care. KIKAWA will address specific needs while also creating opportunities for participants to engage, interact and mentor the boys during the event.

The Simama Project

Nanyuki

CEDC Nanyuki

Community Education & Development Centre

Likii Primary School

Nanyuki

All sponsorship funds are managed transparently, ensuring that each contribution directly enhances the event's quality, outreach and social impact.

Implementation Partners

Delivered through collaboration.

KIKAWA is delivered through collaboration with organisations in mental health, conservation, tourism, emergency response and child protection.

Laikipia Wildlife Forum
Laikipia Tourism Association
County Government of Laikipia
KNCCI
Rotary
The Simama Project
In The Community

Already building partnerships on the ground.

KIKAWA recognised with an award of merit at the Rotary Club of Laikipia Highlanders installation, July 2026
Rotary Club of Laikipia Highlanders — installation ceremony, 25 July 2026
Partner With Us

Empower men. Inspire boys. Transform communities.

We invite your organisation to partner with KIKAWA in delivering an experience that connects, inspires and creates lasting psychosocial impact for men and boys within the community.

Call / WhatsApp
0780 574 029
Also reach the event team
0723 515 865, 0725 007 057, 0715 309 955
Email
kikaochawanaume@gmail.com
Based in
Nanyuki, Laikipia County, Kenya
A flagship project of
Beautiful Minds Network
0780 574 029 kikaochawanaume@gmail.com Nanyuki, Laikipia County, Kenya