- Menengai Senior School teacher Fenwick Malobah has received approval from Guinness World Records to attempt the longest continuous mathematics lesson.
- The educator plans to teach for 45 hours non-stop in a bid to inspire learners and challenge negative perceptions about mathematics.
- If successful, he will surpass the current record of 31 hours, 42 minutes and 54 seconds set by Nigerian mathematician Sanusi Kazeem in 2025.
By Frank Mugwe
A mathematics teacher from Nakuru has received official approval from Guinness World Records to attempt the longest continuous mathematics lesson ever recorded.
Fenwick Malobah, a teacher at Menengai Senior School, is preparing for a 45-hour non-stop teaching marathon aimed at demystifying mathematics and encouraging learners to embrace the subject.
“I am doing this to motivate learners and people around the world that Mathematics is not a monster as deemed by many students. The phobia is in the mind, and that is what I want to change,” said Malobah.
If successful, he will surpass the current record set in April 2025 by Nigerian mathematician Sanusi Kazeem, who taught continuously for 31 hours, 42 minutes and 54 seconds.
The attempt is scheduled to take place between June 26 and 28.
Promoting Mathematics
Throughout the marathon, Malobah will teach topics drawn from Kenya’s approved Grade 10 to Form Four curriculum while also assessing learners’ work.
Students will participate in rotational shifts to ensure the lessons remain interactive and compliant with Guinness World Records requirements.
According to Malobah, the attempt must adhere to strict guidelines set by Guinness World Records.
“As per the rules, the lesson must be continuous, with only a five-minute break permitted after every hour. There must be independent witnesses present throughout, and every session will be recorded. If all goes well, we might even surpass the 45-hour mark,” he said.
The record attempt will require uninterrupted video documentation and verification by at least two independent witnesses who are not related to the applicant or involved in organising the event.
Malobah expressed confidence in his preparation and said he is ready to push beyond his limits in pursuit of the record.
“This session will be very interactive, and students are eager to participate,” he said.
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The attempt is expected to attract attention from educators, learners and mathematics enthusiasts across the country as the teacher seeks to place Kenya on the global record books.
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