Ntutu and Lenku said it was only through education that communities would be empowered to deal with illiteracy, poverty and disease among other challenges.
They spoke during commissioning of a girl’s dormitory at Mara Silalei Academy in Narok West, Narok county. They also presided over the groundbreaking of a modern dining hall at the school.
Kajiado Governor Joseph ole Lenku and his Narok counterpart Patrick ole Ntutu, Mara Silalei Academy founders Eng Johnson ole Nchoe (centre) and Pastor Eleanor Nchoe (left) during the official commissioning of a new girls dormitory at Siana ward, Narok West subcounty.
Narok Governor Patrick Ole Ntutu his Kajiado counterpart
Joseph Ole Lenku have pledged increased support to the education sector in the
region as part of youth empowerment.
The two county chiefs said they would work with the private
sector and other players to support both public and private education
institutions so that they offer quality education in the region.
Ntutu and Lenku said it was only through education that communities
would be empowered to deal with illiteracy, poverty and disease among other
challenges.
They spoke during commissioning of a girl’s dormitory at
Mara Silalei Academy in Narok West, Narok county. They also presided over the
groundbreaking of a modern dining hall at the school.
The event brought together leaders and education advocates
committed to improving access to quality learning infrastructure.
The school is located on the outskirts of the world famous
Maasai Mara Game Reserve.
The county leaders were hosted by the school's founders Eng
Johnson Ole Nchoe and Pastor Eleanor Nchoe. The two also pledged continuous
support to transform education in the region.
Lenku hailed the development as a strategic investment in
the future of Maasai girls and children across the county.
“Education remains the surest path to empowering our
communities, and today, we witnessed that commitment in action,” he said.
Ntutu echoed similar sentiments, emphasizing the
complementary role of private institutions in bridging gaps within the
education sector.
“Private schools like Mara Silalei Academy play a vital role
in easing the burden on public institutions and ensuring more children can
access quality education in a conducive environment,” he said.
He said the new dormitory will provide a safe and supportive
boarding facility for girls, a move expected to improve retention and academic
performance.
Also present at the event were EALA MP David Ole Sankok, area
MCA Moses Sikona, Nominated MCA Henry Siololo, and Narok executive for Health
Anthony Namunkuk.
The leaders commended the school for its continued
development and community impact.
Nchoe expressed gratitude to the county leadership and
affirmed his commitment to expanding the academy’s facilities and academic
programmes.
“This is just the beginning. We believe in providing
holistic education and shaping future leaders rooted in excellence,” he said.
He said the event highlighted the power of partnerships
between government and the private sector in driving progress in education,
particularly in marginalised and pastoralist regions.
