Equipping Kenya’s Future Leaders: ENAF Delivers Hands-On Science Labs to 14 Schools Across 12 Counties
Echo Network Africa Foundation (ENAF) has completed the first phase of its Mobile Science Laboratory initiative, reaching 14 schools in 12 counties and providing over 1,200 students with hands-on access to science. Alongside labs, more than 4,450 dignity kits were distributed to ensure that girls stay in class and can fully benefit from STEM education.
A Journey of Impact:
From Murang’a to Meru, schools that previously improvised science lessons or lacked access to labs now have fully equipped Mobile Laboratories. Students can use microscopes, burners, and burettes, and learn to safely handle experiments with tools such as waste water jerrycans, while girls receive dignity kits to remain confident and engaged in school.
At Gangara Primary School, the 14th school to benefit, Dr. Jennifer Riria, ENAF’s President & CEO, personally led the donation. She highlighted the urgency of enabling children to interact with STEM equipment early in their education, stating, “One must go to the moon or else it is “kazi nothing”. Girls should have as much opportunity as boys to explore science. You must do sciences, otherwise you will be left behind.”
Reaching Every Child:
Phase 1 covered 12 counties and 14 schools:
Murang’a County
- Saba Saba Primary
- Thirikwa Primary
Makueni
- Mung’etheele Primary
Kilifi
- Tunzanani Primary
Tana River
- Kipini Primary
Narok
- Olgilai Primary
- Victory County Primary
Migori
- Anjego Primary
Busia
- Budala Primary
Mt. Elgon – Bungoma
- Kapsika PEFA Primary
Elgeyo Marakwet
- Kiptabach Primary
Samburu
- Wamba CCM Primary
Marsabit
- Ngurunit Primary
Meru
- Gangara Primary
Partnership and Future Opportunities:
Phase 1 demonstrates the power of collaboration. From national partners like the School Equipment Production Unit, to local community organizations, families, and individual donors, every contribution has helped bring Mobile Laboratories and dignity kits to over 1,200 students. ENAF now calls on more partners, individuals, and communities to join the next phase, targeting 98 schools, so that every child has the opportunity to explore STEM, innovate, and succeed.
Education cannot wait. The future leaders of Kenya are already in these classrooms today.