Kwa Njenga Primary school receives 8 new classrooms and 3 restroom facilities from US funding

Kwa Njenga Primary School has officially received a renovation funded by the United States Department of Defense, which includes eight new classrooms and three restroom facilities.

The event was attended by Julius Bitok, the Principal Secretary for Basic Education, Marc Dillard, the Acting United States Ambassador to Kenya, and Major General Gary Keefe, the Adjutant General of the Massachusetts National Guard. This occasion marks a significant step towards addressing the school’s previous lack of adequate learning facilities.

The new project aims to alleviate overcrowding by providing modern classrooms and creating a more suitable learning environment for the children of Mukuru kwa Njenga.

Kenya allocates 30 percent of its national budget to education, and this project aligns with the government’s renewed commitment to invest in the sector, thereby enhancing educational opportunities.

PS Bitok highlighted the importance of upgrading the school in improving access to basic education, especially for students from historically marginalized communities, marking a significant achievement for the children of Mukuru kwa Njenga Primary.

He expressed gratitude to the United States Department of Defense and the United States Africa Command (AFRICOM) for their invaluable support, noting that the improvements will create a better environment for students to pursue their goals.

Bitok reiterated that Kenya will continue to collaborate with the US and other development partners to enhance the lives of its citizens.

“Through initiatives like this, the US has consistently shown its commitment to partnering with us, and the people of Kenya appreciate this gesture and respect,” Bitok stated.

He added that the government has constructed 16,000 classrooms for ninth-grade students nationwide to support the transition to the Competence Based Curriculum (CBC).

Ambassador Marc Dillard praised the long-standing relationship between Kenya and the US, which has lasted over 60 years and encompasses various socio-economic collaborations.

He noted that the project was completed at a cost of $650,000 in partnership with Kenya’s Ministry of Education and will enhance the educational experience for over 600 learners.

Dillard emphasized that this initiative goes beyond mere renovations; it is about shaping the future of students who will be the country’s leaders in years to come.

“We are empowering the next generation of Kenyan leaders, innovators, and change-makers,” Dillard stated.

The School Principal, Damaris Oyugi, expressed her appreciation to the project’s sponsors, stating that it will significantly improve the learning experience for the students.