By Andrew Kariuki

Kwale Governor Fatuma Achani on Friday hosted Cabinet Secretary for Youth Affairs, Creative Economy and Sports Salim Mvurya during the Kinango Boys Secondary School prize-giving ceremony in Kinango Sub-County.

Addressing students, parents and stakeholders, Governor Achani highlighted the county’s investment in education through the Elimu ni Sasa programme, noting significant gains in access to learning.

“Today, we are a proud county because of the strides we have made, particularly in the education sector… As a county, we are committed to ensuring that no child is left behind in transforming Kwale,” she said.

She revealed that the county has sponsored over 16,000 secondary school students, more than 6,000 in universities and colleges, and over 16,000 learners in vocational training institutions.

CS Mvurya commended the school’s performance and reaffirmed the national government’s commitment to strengthening education across the country.

“I congratulate the entire Kinango fraternity for this achievement. The government remains dedicated to improving the education sector across the country. Over Ksh 23 billion has been allocated to schools, and more than 100,000 teachers have been employed since the current administration took office,” he said.

Kwale Deputy Governor Chirema Kombo and Kinango MP Gonzi Rai urged students to remain disciplined, emphasizing the role of leadership in creating a supportive learning environment.

“Good results come from a conducive learning environment… Kinango Boys is a shining example of what can be achieved,” they noted.

School Principal Siasa Rodgers Mwafungo praised both levels of government for continued support, including bursaries exceeding Ksh 6 million.

“We appreciate the support from the government, which has enabled our students to stay in school and perform well,” he said.

Kinango Boys Secondary School posted a mean score of 7.5 in the 2025 KCSE examinations, ranking eighth in the Coastal region. The school has since attained national school status and is targeting a mean score of 9.3 in future examinations.

The event was attended by several leaders, including Matuga MP Kassim Tandaza and other county and national government officials.