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The County Government of Nandi, through the Department of Education and Vocational Training, has today disbursed KSh 71 million in bursaries to students across the county under the first cohort of beneficiaries.

His Excellency Governor Stephen Sang presided over the exercise, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to making education accessible to every deserving learner. The programme will support students in secondary schools, including learners with special needs, helping ease the financial burden on families and ensuring that no child is denied the opportunity to learn because of financial challenges.

“This is more than just financial aid; it is an investment in dreams, opportunities, and a brighter, more inclusive future for our children,” Governor Sang said.

As the county continues to prioritise education, Governor Sang announced that KSh 120 million has been set aside in the coming financial year’s budget to expand the bursary programme and reach even more deserving students. This reflects the county’s commitment to inclusive, quality education and its belief that every child deserves a fair chance to succeed.

The bursary disbursement is part of the county’s broader strategy to support education and vocational training, with more than Sh846 million earmarked for the sector in the 2026/2027 financial year. The County Education Fund Committee will oversee the programme’s implementation to ensure transparency and equitable distribution of funds.

Present at the event were the Chairperson NACES, CEC Member for Education Renney Kirwa, Chief Officer for Education Beatrice Jemurgor, Deputy County Secretary Dr. Lydia Kosgei, CEC Member for Administration Dr. Philemon Bureti, Nandi County Assembly members led by the Deputy Speaker Hon. Wilson Sang, County Assembly Education Committee Members, among other key county and County Assembly members.

Serikali ya kaunti ya Nandi imeimarisha ahadi yake ya kuongeza ajira kwa vijana kupitia uwekezaji katika elimu ya ufundi. Hii ilidhihirika leo wakati Gavana Stephen Sang alipotembelea na kuzindua miradi mikuu katika Kituo cha Mafunzo cha Cheptarit (Cheptarit Vocational Training Centre) kilichoko wadi ya Lelmokwo/Ngechek, kata ndogo ya Chesumei.

Akiongea wakati wa hafla hiyo, Gavana Sang alisisitiza umuhimu wa Vituo vya Mafunzo ya Ufundi (VTCs) katika kuwawezesha vijana wenye ujuzi wa kivitendo unaokidhi mahitaji ya soko.

“Vituo vya mafunzo ya ufundi vinasalia kuwa muhimu katika kuwapa vijana wetu ujuzi wa kivitendo unaokubalika sokoni,” alisema Gavana Sang.

Katika hatua ya kuongeza uwezo wa kituo hicho, gavana alizindua jengo jipya la utawala na warsha ya ushonaji nguo. Uwekezaji huo unatarajiwa kuongeza idadi ya wanafunzi wanaoweza kupata mafunzo na kufungua fursa katika sekta ya nguo ambayo inatarajiwa kukua.

Aidha, Gavana Sang alikagua sehemu ya Chakula na Vinywaji (Food & Beverage), ambayo inatarajiwa kupata uboreshaji mkubwa kwa kuwekewa vifaa vya kisasa vya upishi. Lengo la uboreshaji huu ni kuhakikisha mafunzo yanayotolewa yanalingana na viwango vya kisasa vya sekta ya ukarimu.

Serikali ya kaunti ya Nandi imesema itaendelea kuweka kipaumbele katika ukuaji wa ujuzi kama njia kuu ya kuleta maendeleo ya kiuchumi na kuongeza nafasi za ajira katika kaunti hiyo.

Pia walikuwepo Mwanachama wa Kamati ya Utendaji ya Kaunti ya Elimu na Mafunzo ya Ufundi, Reney Kirwa; Afisa Mkuu wa Elimu na Mafunzo ya Ufundi, Beatrice Jemurgor; Mwanachama wa Bunge la Kaunti (MCA) wa wadi ya Lemokwo/Ngechek, Mhe. Julius Arusei; na Mkuu wa Wafanyakazi, Stanley Baliach.

H. E. Governor Stephen Sang, accompanied by Deputy Governor Dr. Yulita Cheruiyot, today officially commissioned the AIC Chepkemel Early Childhood Development and Education (ECDE) Centre in Tindiret Ward.

The event marked a significant step in the county’s ongoing efforts to bolster foundational learning, with the Governor reaffirming his administration’s dedication to strengthening early childhood education across the region.

“This milestone underscores our sustained investment in quality education infrastructure,” stated Governor Sang. “We are ensuring that every child has access to safe, modern, and conducive spaces to learn, grow, and thrive.”

The newly commissioned facility is expected to provide young learners with an improved environment designed to support their developmental needs.

The ceremony was attended by local leaders and county officials, including Tindiret Ward MCA Hon. Paul Birech, County Executive Committee (CEC) Member for Education Reney Kirwa, CEC Member for Health Dr. Angeline Kirui, and Chief Officer for Education Beatrice Jemurgor, among other dignitaries.

In the quiet, rolling hills of Aldai—where the laughter of children dances with the rustling wind—a new chapter in early childhood education has begun. Today, the County Government officially unveiled the Toretmoi Early Childhood Development Education (ECDE) Centre, a modern, child-friendly learning facility designed to nurture the dreams of the youngest learners in Koyo Ndurio Ward.

This commissioning marks a major milestone in the County’s unwavering commitment to transform early childhood education by improving infrastructure and strengthening support for ECDE teachers.

“Learning infrastructure plays a critical role in laying a strong educational foundation for our children,” said Governor Stephen Sang during the launch.

“We are determined to ensure that every child, no matter where they live, begins their education journey in a dignified, well-equipped, and safe environment.”

The new Toretmoi ECDE Centre stands out for its spacious, well-ventilated classrooms, colorful learning aids, child-sized furniture, and clean, age-appropriate sanitation facilities all designed with young learners in mind.

“This center is a game-changer,” remarked one of the ECDE teachers.

“Before this, we were improvising cramped space, few resources. Now, the children can learn in comfort, and I can teach with joy and focus. Their excitement says it all.”

For parents like Sarah Jepkemoi, the new centre is more than a building it’s an answered prayer. “We now have a modern ECDE facility right here in our community,” she said with a smile. “Our children will grow up learning in a place that reflects care, respect, and opportunity.”

But Toretmoi is just one among many. The launch is part of a broader county-wide initiative to invest in early childhood development. So far, the County Government has:

Commissioned over 28 new ECDE centres countywide;

Fully equipped 15 ECDE centres with modern furniture and learning materials;

And is currently constructing 72 more modern ECDE centres, aiming to standardize facilities and bridge infrastructure gaps across all wards.

“We are not just building classrooms,” Governor Sang emphasized.

“We are building futures. Every centre we open is a statement of belief in our children’s potential.”

As the sun gently set over the green hills of Koyo Ndurio, children played outside their new classroom—unaware of the historic significance, yet fully embracing the joy of the moment. The journey of a thousand dreams begins with a single step. And at Toretmoi ECDE Centre, that journey has just begun.

In a significant step towards enhancing digital literacy and vocational training in Nandi County, the County Government, in collaboration with Computer Aid International, has successfully equipped several Vocational Training Centers (VTCs) with digital devices. This initiative follows the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) yesterday between the two entities, aimed at bridging the digital divide and empowering local communities with essential computer skills.

The VTCs that have benefited from this initiative include Kiropket in apsabet Ward, Septonok in Sangalo/Kebulonik Ward, and Cheptarit VTC in Lelmokwo/Ngechek Ward. These centers have received a substantial consignment of digital equipment, including 25 complete desktop computers with all necessary accessories such as CPU units, monitor screens, VGA cables, power cables, keyboards, VGA adaptors, headphones, and Wi-Fi dongles. Additionally, each center has been equipped with a projector, an Epson printer, and a set of speakers to facilitate comprehensive digital learning experiences.

The handover ceremony was graced by key county officials, including the County Executive Committee Member (CECM) for Education, Reney Kirwa. In her address, CECM Kirwa emphasized the importance of computer skills in today’s digital age. She urged students to take full advantage of the newly installed equipment, noting that digital literacy is no longer optional but a necessity in virtually every field. “Everything is now done digitally, and these skills will open doors for you in the job market and beyond,” she said.

Beatrice Jemurgor, the Chief Officer for Education, echoed these sentiments, encouraging men, women, youths, and persons with disabilities (PWDs) to seize the opportunity to acquire computer skills at the VTCs. She highlighted the transformative potential of digital literacy, particularly for marginalized groups, and called on the community to embrace the initiative fully.

The event also saw the presence of local Members of the County Assembly (MCAs), Silas Kogo and Benjamin Kerich, who lauded the partnership between the County Government and Computer Aid International. They expressed their commitment to supporting similar initiatives that aim to uplift the community through education and skill development.

The managers of the respective VTCs were also present at the ceremony, expressing their gratitude for the donation and reaffirming their commitment to ensuring that the equipment is used effectively to benefit the students. They pledged to create an enabling environment for learning and to provide the necessary support to students as they embark on their digital literacy journey.

This initiative marks a significant milestone in Nandi County’s efforts to enhance vocational training and digital literacy. By equipping VTCs with modern digital devices, the County Government and Computer Aid International are not only empowering individuals with valuable skills but also contributing to the broader goal of socio-economic development in the region. As the world continues to embrace digital transformation, such initiatives are crucial in ensuring that no one is left behind.

Early childhood education lays the foundation of a child’s journey: every stage of education that follows relies on its success.

In the secluded village of Kiropket nestled amidst the enchanting landscapes of Kapsabet Ward, early childhood education has been transformed by the construction of a modern classroom block by the County Government of Nandi.

It is important to provide children with stimulating environments and projects to enhance their cognitive abilities during their pre-school years.

The ECD block at Kiropket Primary School is a testament to the impact that investment in education can have on communities. Governor Sang’s efforts have changed lives and inspired hope for the future, demonstrating the power of collective action to create positive change.

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The National Industrial Training Authority (NITA) has today launched the April 2023 trade test series at Cheptarit Vocational training centre in Mosoriot.

Speaking during the launch, the cabinet secretary for Labour and social protection Florence Bore said that through competency-based education and training courses offered at vocational training centres and youth polytechnics across the country, the young people will be empowered to create employment that will lead to economic growth, poverty reduction and improved standards of living.

The CS added that NITA plays a key role in equipping the industry for optimum productivity and ensuring that students are equipped with the necessary skills to meet the demands of the job market in Kenya and outside the country.

On her part, the deputy governor Dr Yulita Mitei Cheruiyot thanked the CS for visiting Nandi and encouraged the young people from the region and beyond to join vocational training centres in order to be equipped with knowledge that will benefit them and the community.

A total of 21, 670 students are currently sitting for grade 3,2 and 1 trade tests in 438 examination centres across the country. Also present during the launch were NITA’s director general Eng. Stephen Ogenga, NITA’s Board director Apolo Kiarie, CECM for education Ms. Scholastica Tuwei, COs Kipchumba Cheruiyot and CPA Caroline Lagat among other guests.

The County Executive Committee Member for Education Scolastica J. Tuwei paid a courtesy call on KISE Director Dr. Norman Kiogora.

They deliberated on possible partnerships on Assessment and early intervention with regards to children with disabilities, Outreach programmes to Nandi County, training officers in the County on Kenyan Sign Language and also to explore the possibility of setting up a distance learning Centre in Nandi County.

Also present was Dr. Hawa Omar; Head of KISE Partnership and Linkages department.