{"id":307,"date":"2025-06-10T19:20:15","date_gmt":"2025-06-10T19:20:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nairobi.wordcamp.org\/2025\/?page_id=307"},"modified":"2025-09-22T19:34:24","modified_gmt":"2025-09-22T16:34:24","slug":"about","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/nairobi.wordcamp.org\/2025\/about\/","title":{"rendered":"About WordCamp"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group kanairo-blockgroup-padding-medium-bottom has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is WordCamp Nairobi?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">WordCamp Nairobi\u2014part of the global network of WordCamp events\u2014is Kenya&#8217;s flagship annual <strong>WordPress Conference<\/strong> celebrating everything WordPress. This community-organized conference brings together local, regional, and international WordPress enthusiasts, professionals, and businesses for <strong>TWO EXCITING DAYS<\/strong> of collaboration, learning, innovation, and connection. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is a place where inspiring keynotes, interactive workshops, engaging panels, and valuable networking opportunities come together\u2014giving attendees actionable insights, lasting connections, and a chance to contribute to the growth of WordPress in Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/nairobi.wordcamp.org\/2025\/files\/2025\/09\/about-page-image-2024a-1024x768.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-818\" style=\"border-top-left-radius:40px;border-top-right-radius:40px;border-bottom-left-radius:40px;border-bottom-right-radius:40px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nairobi.wordcamp.org\/2025\/files\/2025\/09\/about-page-image-2024a-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/nairobi.wordcamp.org\/2025\/files\/2025\/09\/about-page-image-2024a-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/nairobi.wordcamp.org\/2025\/files\/2025\/09\/about-page-image-2024a-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/nairobi.wordcamp.org\/2025\/files\/2025\/09\/about-page-image-2024a-400x300.webp 400w, https:\/\/nairobi.wordcamp.org\/2025\/files\/2025\/09\/about-page-image-2024a-1536x1152.webp 1536w, https:\/\/nairobi.wordcamp.org\/2025\/files\/2025\/09\/about-page-image-2024a.webp 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group kanairo-blockgroup-padding-medium-bottom has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The 2025 Edition Continues Our Journey<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Picking up where 2024 left off, this year marks another progressive step in the Kenyan WordPress Community&#8217;s exciting journey. Nairobi will again proudly host this dynamic conference, bringing together voices from across Africa and beyond for a weekend of insight, innovation, and inspiration in <strong>The Green City in the Sun<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group kanairo-blockgroup-padding-medium-bottom has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-3a88641f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column has-custom-bg-grey-green-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-top-left-radius:40px;border-top-right-radius:40px;border-bottom-left-radius:40px;border-bottom-right-radius:40px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30)\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where Will It Happen?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">WordCamp Nairobi 2025 will once again return to <strong>Daystar University, Nairobi Campus<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Conveniently located in the heart of city, this venue offers excellent accessibility, modern facilities, and inspiring surroundings, making it perfect for learning and collaboration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/nairobi.wordcamp.org\/2025\/venue\/\">vIEW vENUE<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column has-custom-bg-grey-purple-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-top-left-radius:40px;border-top-right-radius:40px;border-bottom-left-radius:40px;border-bottom-right-radius:40px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30)\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">When Will It Happen?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">WordCamp Nairobi 2025 will take place over two action-packed days: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Friday, 7th November 2025 \u2013 Beginners Day<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Saturday, 8th November 2025 \u2013 Contributors Day<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/nairobi.wordcamp.org\/2025\/program\/\">vIEW pROGRAM<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"501\" src=\"https:\/\/nairobi.wordcamp.org\/2025\/files\/2025\/09\/about-page-image-2017-1024x501.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-826\" style=\"border-top-left-radius:40px;border-top-right-radius:40px;border-bottom-left-radius:40px;border-bottom-right-radius:40px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nairobi.wordcamp.org\/2025\/files\/2025\/09\/about-page-image-2017-1024x501.webp 1024w, https:\/\/nairobi.wordcamp.org\/2025\/files\/2025\/09\/about-page-image-2017-300x147.webp 300w, https:\/\/nairobi.wordcamp.org\/2025\/files\/2025\/09\/about-page-image-2017-768x376.webp 768w, https:\/\/nairobi.wordcamp.org\/2025\/files\/2025\/09\/about-page-image-2017-500x245.webp 500w, https:\/\/nairobi.wordcamp.org\/2025\/files\/2025\/09\/about-page-image-2017-1536x752.webp 1536w, https:\/\/nairobi.wordcamp.org\/2025\/files\/2025\/09\/about-page-image-2017.webp 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group kanairo-blockgroup-padding-medium-bottom has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Does WordCamp Nairobi Offer?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-3a88641f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column has-custom-bg-grey-green-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-top-left-radius:40px;border-top-right-radius:40px;border-bottom-left-radius:40px;border-bottom-right-radius:40px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30)\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list kanairo-blocklist-a2\">\n<li><strong>Networking Opportunities:<\/strong>Meet fellow WordPress users, developers, designers, content creators, and entrepreneurs from Kenya and beyond. Forge valuable connections that can open doors to new collaborations and friendships.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Learning Experiences:<\/strong>Attend expert-led sessions, engaging workshops, and insightful talks. These are designed to sharpen your skills, help you discover new tools, and deepen your WordPress knowledge, no matter your experience level.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Community Building: <\/strong>Connect and become part of a supportive and growing community that believes in the power of open-source collaboration and continuous growth. Find your tribe and contribute to a shared passion.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column has-custom-bg-grey-purple-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-top-left-radius:40px;border-top-right-radius:40px;border-bottom-left-radius:40px;border-bottom-right-radius:40px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30)\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list kanairo-blocklist-a2\">\n<li><strong>Global Exposure:<\/strong>Learn how to work and collaborate with international users and clients, grow a global WordPress brand, and contribute to worldwide WordPress initiatives, expanding your horizons beyond local boundaries.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Social Impact:<\/strong>Take part in the do_action hackathon, a unique event where WordPress professionals team up to build websites for local non-profits. This is a powerful way to create real change through code and make a tangible difference in the community.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Career Opportunities:<\/strong>Discover new jobs, freelance gigs, internships, and potential collaborations. Whether you are looking to hire talent or seeking your next big opportunity, WordCamp Nairobi is a place where careers are made.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group kanairo-blockgroup-padding-medium-bottom has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Who Can Attend?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">WordCamp Nairobi welcomes everyone interested in WordPress, regardless of skill level or experience\u2014 New users, developers, designers, bloggers, business owners, marketers, students, and digital enthusiasts of all kinds will find something to learn, build, and share.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Whether you are a beginner taking your first steps or a seasoned professional seeking advanced techniques<\/strong>, our event offers valuable insights, learning opportunities, and chances to build and share, tailored to your journey.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group kanairo-blockgroup-padding-medium-bottom has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-custom-bg-grey-grey-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-f045ee3a wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-top-left-radius:40px;border-top-right-radius:40px;border-bottom-left-radius:40px;border-bottom-right-radius:40px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40)\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Who Organizes WordCamp Nairobi?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>WordCamp Nairobi 2025<\/strong> is organized by a passionate team of <strong>volunteers<\/strong> who live and breathe WordPress. From developers and designers to marketers, writers, and community champions, our team brings together diverse experiences, skills, and perspectives\u2014all with one goal: to create a welcoming, inspiring, and impactful event for everyone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We believe in the power of community, and we\u2019re here to make WordCamp Nairobi a space where everyone can learn, contribute, and grow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/nairobi.wordcamp.org\/2025\/organisers\/\">Meet The Organizers<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-base-2-color has-custom-n-4-purple-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/nairobi.wordcamp.org\/2025\/contacts\/\">CONTACT Organizers<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What is WordCamp Nairobi? 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