Turkana learners to get digital skills as Save the Children, Nokia donate ICT equipment

Learners at Lokori Primary School in Turkana County are set to benefit from digital education after Save the Children, in partnership with Nokia, donated tablets and Information and Communication Technology (ICT) equipment to the institution, marking a significant step toward bridging the digital divide in one of Kenya’s most remote counties.

The donated materials include learner tablets, a projector, a teacher guide computer, a charging centre, and full renovation and equipping of an ICT laboratory at the school.

Save the Children’s Education Advocacy and Policy Coordinator Samuel Wamalwa said the intervention was aimed at addressing inequality by equipping children with digital skills and enabling them to share knowledge beyond the classroom.

“Access to infrastructure will unlock our children’s innovative potential,” Wamalwa said, adding that Lokori is a pilot site with plans for expansion. He reaffirmed the organisation’s commitment to child-centred, transformative learning through strong partnerships.

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Save the Children Programme Support Assistant Charles Elimlim said the initiative deliberately targets remote schools that have historically been left behind in technological advancement.

“Early exposure to digital tools will enable rural learners to compete effectively,” Elimlim said.

Turkana East Deputy County Commissioner Moses Karuri commended the partners for complementing government efforts in the education sector. He noted that ongoing county initiatives, including an Early Childhood Development and Education (ECDE) project at Lokori Primary School, would benefit from early exposure to technology, giving young learners access to opportunities comparable to their peers in urban areas.

Karuri also challenged the school administration to make full use of the facility to attract additional support and extend its benefits to other institutions.

Turkana East Sub-County Education Officer Alex Ruto echoed the call, urging the school to maximise use of the equipment and underscoring the importance of integrating technology into daily learning.

Lokori Primary School Headteacher Alfred Edapal expressed gratitude for the initiative, citing strong collaboration between the school, Save the Children, and Nokia as central to its success. He said internet access at the school had already improved, with plans underway to establish a library.

The school’s Board of Management called for additional support in internet connectivity and maintenance, noting that neighbouring schools could also benefit from the facility.

By Benedict Aoya