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July 13, 2026
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Govt begins ICT rollout in 10,000 junior schools

Govt begins ICT rollout in 10,000 junior schools

Information and Communication Technology Authority Chief Executive Officer Jesse Maruti said the programme is intended to ensure inclusivity in access to digital services and opportunities across the country...

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The Kenyan government has launched a nationwide initiative to integrate Information and Communication Technology (ICT) into 10,000 junior schools, aiming to modernize education delivery under the Competency-Based Education (CBE) curriculum.

  • The project involves providing one laptop and one smart board to each of the 10,382 participating schools.
  • The launch was presided over by Deputy President Kithure Kindiki on July 13, with demonstrations held in schools across six counties.
  • The initiative, driven by the Information and Communication Technology Authority (ICTA), also includes training over 62,000 teachers and expanding fibre optic infrastructure to bridge the digital divide.

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