Huawei, UNESCO, and government partners marked the successful completion of Phase II of the Kenya DigiSchool Connectivity Project, extending Internet access to 21 schools, including six dedicated to children with special educational needs.
The initiative was a key step in advancing Kenya’s Digital Superhighway Agenda, which aimed to connect all schools to the Internet. It was made possible through partnerships with the Ministry of Education, the Ministry of ICT and Digital Economy, Kenya Power, UNESCO, and Huawei’s TECH4ALL initiative.
The announcement was held at Machakos Primary School for the Deaf, where Eng. John Tanui, Principal Secretary for ICT and Digital Economy, emphasized the vital role of connectivity in modern education. As part of the project, video conferencing technology was installed to support deaf students by enabling remote assistance from the Kenya Institute of Special Education.
Stephen Zhang, Deputy CEO of Huawei Kenya, highlighted how improved Internet access not only enhanced education management but also expanded learning opportunities. Students demonstrated the impact firsthand by participating in live online sessions with subject experts.
Louise Haxthausen, Director of UNESCO’s Regional Office for Eastern Africa, reaffirmed UNESCO’s dedication to inclusive education and the importance of multi-stakeholder collaboration in bridging the digital divide.
Through its TECH4ALL initiative, Huawei played a crucial role in integrating schools into Kenya’s national fiber-optic network, ensuring high-quality Wi-Fi for digital learning.
This phase followed the success of Phase I, which had previously connected 13 schools, benefiting over 6,000 students and teachers. Feedback from educators and learners underscored the transformative impact of Internet access, enhancing both classroom instruction and independent learning.
