Schools

11 Jul

Governor Wanga Launches “Genowa Ondoa Kaunda Classrooms”

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Homa Bay County Governor Gladys Wanga has launched the "Genowa Ondoa Kaunda Classrooms" initiative, aimed at modernizing classrooms and boosting education across the county. The ambitious project, titled "Building Futures – Reconstructing Learning Spaces for Tomorrow’s Leaders," will see the construction of 240 modern classrooms using a community-led and labor-based approach. Unveiling the project at God Ndonyo Primary School in Kibiri Ward, Wanga emphasized the initiative's goal to foster a sense of ownership within the local community. She highlighted that the project would stimulate the local economy by creating jobs and utilizing local resources. As the initiative progresses, it is…

26 Jun

Gachagua Asks Schools To Be Patient on Funding

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Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has urged secondary school principals to be patient regarding the release of capitation funds, emphasizing the government's commitment to ensuring smooth operations in schools. Speaking at the official opening of the 47th Kenya Secondary Schools Heads Association annual national conference at Sheikh Zayed School, Mombasa, the Deputy President reiterated the government's dedication to a thriving education sector. "Regarding capitation, we have faced challenges due to a very tight fiscal space, escalating public debt, and diminishing revenue," Gachagua explained. "We don't have a reserve of funds; we rely on taxpayer money, which we disburse to you. Delays…