The Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC) Foundation has launched the second edition of its INUKA Mentorship Programme at the Kenya Institute of Special Education (KISE), bringing together 406 student beneficiaries for a three-day training focused on life skills and personal development.
Held under the theme “Rising Beyond Limits,” the programme is designed to prepare learners with disabilities for life beyond the classroom. It focuses on building resilience, confidence and independence as students transition into higher education and the workforce.
Participants are attending sessions on mental health, financial literacy, relationships and career planning. The program also addresses challenges such as peer pressure, stigma and discrimination, equipping students with practical strategies to navigate real-life situations.
Speaking during the launch on behalf of the Acting Managing Director, KPC Foundation Board of Trustees member Carol Kiplagat said the initiative reflects the Foundation’s commitment to education as a driver of long-term transformation.
ALSO READ;
Good news as KNEC confirms funds ready to pay contracted exam officials
“Education is the one investment that grows minds, multiplies impact and yields dividends for generations,” she said, adding that the program aims to help students transition confidently into careers and community life.
Board of Trustees Director Dr. Joyce Emanikor emphasized the importance of partnerships in delivering holistic support to beneficiaries. She noted that beyond school fees, the Foundation works with partners to provide mentorship in key areas such as personal development, financial management and mental well-being.
The mentorship builds on the broader INUKA Scholarship Programme, which supports bright but financially disadvantaged students with disabilities from all 47 counties. Beneficiaries receive tuition, assistive learning devices and continuous mentorship to support both academic success and personal growth.
Since its inception in 2017, the programme has supported hundreds of learners, with the Foundation investing significant resources to expand access to education for vulnerable groups.
To ensure continuity, the Foundation also introduced INUKA Plus, which supports top-performing students to pursue university, college, and Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) courses. The initiative aims to bridge the gap between secondary education and employment.
Education stakeholders say such programs are critical in addressing barriers faced by learners with disabilities, including limited access to resources and social stigma.
By Benedict Aoya
You can also follow our social media pages on Twitter: Education News KE and Facebook: Education News Newspaper for timely updates.
>>> Click here to stay up-to-date with trending regional stories
>>> Click here to read more informed opinions on the country’s education landscape
