MOMBASA — Cabinet Secretary for Education Ezekiel Machogu has announced a significant investment of Sh7.4 billion aimed at expanding and enhancing the infrastructure of Junior Secondary Schools across Kenya.

According to Kenya News Agency, who spoke at the 47th Kenya Secondary School Heads Association (KESSHA) National Conference in Sheikh Zayed Hall, Mombasa, the funds will be used to construct additional classrooms, laboratories, and procure science-related learning materials. This investment is part of a broader initiative to accommodate an increasing number of students and improve the quality of science education throughout the country. “Already, we are providing Sh3.5 billion to primary schools for building 1,000 additional classrooms countrywide. A further Sh3.9 billion, to be topped up by the National Government-Constituency Development Fund, has also been provided for the construction of classrooms at the constituency level through NG-CDF,” Machogu detailed.

The Cabinet Secretary urged school principals to collaborate closely with the government to ensure the successful implementation of these projects. “The rollout of the CBC, especially in senior schools, requires we all work together with you principals as the primary actors. The government is committed to providing you with all the support possible to guarantee success,” he stated.

Additionally, Mombasa Governor Abdulswammad Shariff Nassir underscored the County Government’s commitment to supporting local schools, emphasizing efforts to ensure that every child has access to education. This local support aligns with national efforts to improve educational facilities and resources, reflecting a comprehensive approach to enhancing Kenya’s educational landscape.