WELCOME TO PSMG EAST AFRICA

The Poor Servants of the Mother of God (PSMG) Sisters is an international religious congregation founded in 1872 in London, England. Our mission is to serve the poor, sick, and marginalized, particularly women and children. In Kenya, the SMG Sisters established their first community in 1985 in the Diocese of Kitui, at the invitation of the late Bishop William Dunne. Since then, they have expanded their presence across several dioceses in Kenya and Tanzania.

Our History

The Poor Servants of the Mother of God (PSMG) began their mission in Kenya in 1973 through healthcare work in Mutito and gradually expanded to several communities across Kenya and into Tanzania. Starting with Mutito, where they formed their first Kenyan community in 1985, they later established communities in Mwingi, Mulutu, Ting’ang’a, Chepchoina, Sirende, Ikutha, and Huruvi (Tanzania). Their ministries have included healthcare through dispensaries, education, early childhood development, pastoral outreach, catechetical programs,agriculture and community empowerment. Notably, Mwingi saw the development of the Frances Taylor Family Learning Center, while Mulutu and Ting’ang’a communities set up dispensaries and educational initiatives. Local vocations began in 1994, strengthening the Kenyan presence within the congregation. The Sisters’ work, supported by bishops, parish priests, and benefactors, has focused on living among the people and responding to their spiritual and social needs through faith, compassion, and service.

Our Ministries

PSMG are dedicated to spiritual growth, community service, and empowering lives through faith.
Each ministry offers unique opportunities for fellowship, worship, and meaningful impact.

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Pastoral Work

Under the pastoral, the sisters carry out a variety of activities to assist and participate in the life of the local church (parishes) where they serve.

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Education

The Sisters are involved in education activities that include establishing and managing schools, teaching in primary and secondary schools

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Healthcare

Under this, the sisters establish and manage health facilities. They also work in health facilities owned by dioceses and government.

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Social Ministry

The social ministry includes working with various vulnerable groups in the community with the aim of empowering them to restore their dignity and participation in the society.

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Sustainability

Under sustainability the sisters engage in activities that will help them continue the mission in East Africa through income generation.. These include farming and other agricultural investments as well as capacity building in this area. The PSMG have since established a Mission Development Team that is engaged in sustainability efforts.

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Safeguarding

We the Poor Servants of the Mother of God East Africa are at all times committed to practices that Safeguard and protect children and vulnerable adults from all forms of harm.

BUILD TRAINING PROGRAM(run by Jesuits Development Office)in Partnership with MISEAN CARA

BEYOND FOREIGN AID: Sustainable Fundraising through Local Resources and Skills

As the development landscape continues to evolve, organizations are increasingly called to build resilient and sustainable funding models by harnessing the resources, talents, and opportunities within their communities. Sisters Catherine Munyoki and Cecilia Minoo attended the training, which invited a rethink of fundraising not as the pursuit of external support alone but as the cultivation of local ownership, strategic partnerships, innovation, and long-term sustainability. Through the training, the sisters gained practical knowledge, exchanged experiences, and developed actionable strategies that will strengthen the congregation’s ability to mobilize resources from within.

We congratulate Srs. Cecilia Minoo and Catherine Munyoki on successfully completing their training, which took place at the Convent International Hotel in Nairobi from August 10 to August 13, 2026. Together, let us work towards building sustainable organizations by unlocking the potential within our communities.