Maasai Girls High School in Narok County received a donation of Ksh105 million donations from Merck Foundation to enhance learning conditions and support vulnerable students.
The donation which has already facilitated the construction of a 1,000-bed dormitory, a modern dining hall, and the sponsorship of 20 needy students, has transformed the school’s capacity to offer quality education in a safe and conducive environment.
While inspecting the ongoing projects, Merck Foundation Chairperson Prof. Frank Stangenberg-Haverkamp emphasized the importance of providing girls with an enabling environment for academic success.
“These girls have all it takes to be successful. They are our future county and national leaders, so we have to support them,” said Prof. Stangenberg-Haverkamp.
“Dormitories are the girls’ second homes. If we make them comfortable, they will perform at their best,” he added.
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The event was graced by Narok County Woman Representative Rebecca Tonkei, along with members of the school’s Board of Management, led by Chairperson Charity Kisotu.
Tonkei lauded the Foundation’s support, calling it a “big win” not just for the school, but for the entire community.
“Education is a shared responsibility. By investing in these girls, you are investing in the future of society. Your kindness will forever remain in the history of Maasai Girls,” said Tonkei.
She urged the students to take good care of the new facilities and focus on their studies to honour the investment made in them.
“Infrastructure is a big challenge in schools across Kenya. This donation is a win, not just for this school but for the whole of Narok County,” she reiterated.
“I am a proud product of the Jomo Kenyatta Foundation, which supported my education. That support was the stepping stone to my academic success and election to the National Assembly.”
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Board Chairperson Charity Kisotu, herself an alumna of the school, shared her inspiring journey and encouraged students to aim high regardless of their backgrounds.
“I came from a humble background, but I worked hard and later served as a Director at the Central Bank, at the Public Service Commission, and now as a Commissioner at the Judicial Service Commission,” she said.
“Our girls too have the potential to become great leaders.”
Kisotu praised the Merck Foundation for its generosity, noting that the improved infrastructure will provide a conducive environment for learning and empower girls to achieve their goals.
Chief Principal Cecelia Teeka acknowledged the support, saying the donation comes at a crucial time for the school, which currently serves 1,600 girls with a teaching staff of 60.
By KIMUTAI LANGAT
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