Safaricom Foundation has donated 68 beds to Olkejuado High School in Kajiado County after devastating electrical fire that burnt down the school’s dormitory.
The 2021 inferno left 80 students stranded after their beddings and personal effects were burnt to ashes. The fire had posed a significant setback to students’ learning environment and safety.
The Foundation’s quick intervention will help restore normalcy and dignity for the affected students, ensuring they continue learning in safe and comfortable conditions.
The support of the boy’s school comes as the Foundation celebrates 15 years of impact, marked by strategic philanthropy in education, health, economic empowerment, and disaster response across Kenya.
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Safaricom PLC Director of Sustainable Business and Social Impact Karen Basiye said the donation is part of our broader mission to uplift communities and ensure no child is left behind, especially in times of crisis
“Education is an equalizer, and we believe that every child deserves a safe and supportive learning environment. This donation is part of our broader mission to uplift communities and ensure no child is left behind, especially in times of crisis,” said Karen.
As the Safaricom Foundation marks its 15th anniversary, this initiative reflects the lasting legacy of community support and inclusive growth that has defined its journey.
Olkejuado High School built in the 1960s as a mixed school and later transitioned into a fully boys’ secondary school, is one of the oldest institution in the county.
By Obegi Malack
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