Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro is set to be feted for his education support programme dubbed ‘Masomo Bora’ that has benefitted many learners since its inception in 2023.
The programme has significantly reduced the burden on parents as learners pay as little as sh1000 for fees per term.
Key components of the programme include school fee waivers, infrastructural improvements, nutritional support, and bursaries, all aimed at ensuring that students in Kiharu receive quality education and support.
The financing for this ambitious programme is drawn primarily from the National Government Development Fund (NGCDF).
The award from a research firm known as Opinion Sphere recognizes Ndindi for his contribution towards making education accessible and affordable to all learners and especially those in day schools, supporting learning as well as feeding for learners.
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CEO Joe Mutheki in an interview said that the outspoken and development-oriented lawmaker will also be recognized for enhancing school infrastructure including modern classrooms, laboratories, libraries and sanitary facilities.
“The MP’s contribution towards education support has been immense. Needy students in both boarding and day schools as well as those in institutions of higher learning have received financial support,” he noted.
He also quipped that the lawmaker has been in the forefront in enhancing learning and teaching environment for both the learners and teachers through the school renovation programme targeting 112 primary schools in Kiharu constituency.
The “Masomo Bora” programme has several overarching goals, including elevating education levels by fostering changes in attitude, character, and confidence among students.
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It also highlights the importance of environmental conservation alongside motivation and aims to enhance enrolment and transition rates to secondary schools.
This programme builds upon the success of its pilot phase, which benefited approximately 13,000 students through school fee payments.
The “Masomo Bora” programme has already garnered significant interest from other Members of Parliament.
By John Kamau
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