Eastern Produce Kenya (EPK) has invested KSh 26 million in advancing education in Nandi County, commissioning a fully equipped Information, Communication, and Technology (ICT) lab and three science laboratories.
As part of its commitment to supporting the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC) rollout, EPK unveiled the new ICT Lab at Taboiyat Senior Secondary School and the science laboratories at Chemomi, Siret, and Kaputi Junior Schools, valued at KSh 7 million.
This latest initiative brings the company’s total investment in education to over KSh 26 million within eight months, complementing previous school infrastructure developments and scholarship programs.
Noel Lindsay-Smith, Chief Operations Officer Eastern Produce Kenya (EPK) with John Tiltai, (MCA Chepkunyuk Ward), Nandi East Deputy County Commissioner Ngalia Ndaya and Leah Kibii- EPK Director during the commissioning of an equipped ICT laboratory at Taboiyat Senior Secondary School
Speaking at the handover event, EPK’s Company Director Leah Kibii Chirchir said the firm has also invested over KShs. 1 million since 2024 towards supporting special needs education in the county. “In line with our inclusivity agenda, EPK is supporting special needs education, including the provision of instructional learning materials and classroom furniture to Kibabet, Nandi Hills Township and Lelwak Primary Schools,” she said at the function presided over by Tinderet MP Julius Melly.
Additionally, EPK has incorporated four new students into its scholarship program, including one special needs student, and brings the total number of scholarships to seven. This aligns with its commitment to SDG 4 – equitable quality education for all.
This effort is part of EPK’s ongoing education initiatives in Nandi County, to enhance access to and quality of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education in local communities, fostering a stronger foundation in STEM for the learners.
“We’re here today as a testament to our continuous partnership with our communities. We’re particularly keen on inclusive access to quality education, which is why we have invested in science laboratories for Junior schools aligned with the Government’s CBC Curriculum. This aims to enable our learners to adopt a practical approach, incorporating critical thinking and problem-solving skills from the early stages of learning,” she said.
She added, “Education is our investment in the future it drives social stability, improves health and livelihoods, and fosters long-term economic growth. Through these initiatives, we aim to promote lifelong learning opportunities and enhance STEM education in our communities.”
