Esther Wambugu Re-Elected as Chairperson of Murang’a Secondary School Heads Association

MURANG’A – In a closely contested election, Esther Wambugu has been re-elected as the chairperson of the Murang’a branch of the Kenya Secondary School Heads Association (Kessha), signaling continuity in leadership for the region’s educational administrators.

According to Kenya News Agency, the principal of Mumbi Girls Secondary School, secured her position with 145 votes, narrowly edging out Humphrey Kariuki, who received 143 votes. In her victory speech, Wambugu expressed her commitment to enhancing the association’s management and fostering unity among school heads. She emphasized the role of the association in advocating for favorable educational policies from the government.

Humphrey Kariuki, the principal of Githumu Boys Secondary School and Wambugu’s main contender, demonstrated sportsmanship by conceding defeat and offering his support to the newly re-elected chairperson. He acknowledged the democratic process and the decision of the school heads in choosing their leadership.

The election, observed by Kessha’s acting national chairman Willy Kuria, was praised for its integrity and peaceful conduct. Kuria, who is also the principal of Murang’a High School, highlighted the transparency of the process and called for unity among the heads, especially in supporting his upcoming candidacy for the national position. He also urged the heads from the Mt Kenya region to participate actively in the national heads conference.

In addition to the chairperson, the elections saw Kamau Thuku of Vidhu Ramji Secondary School being elected as the vice-chairman with 143 votes. The electoral process also filled other key positions, including secretary, organizer, vice treasurer, treasurer, and assistant secretary, signifying a complete and democratic leadership transition within the association.

The election results underscore the active engagement of Murang’a’s educational leaders in shaping the direction of their association and, by extension, influencing the broader educational landscape in the region.