Equity to align scholarship program with CBC curriculum
The Equity Group Foundation is exploring ways to adjust the scholarship program in response to the shift from the 8-4-4 education system to the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC) in Kenya.
Equity Group CEO James Mwangi stated that these modifications are necessary to ensure that every child in Kenya has access to high-quality education.
Recently, the foundation convened 2,637 beneficiaries of the Wings to Fly and Elimu Scholarship programs, who are currently in the first and second forms, from the Nairobi region.
Across 18 regions, a total of 18,577 scholars are participating in similar gatherings as part of the program.
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Mwangi mentioned that these students constitute the final group of scholarship recipients under the 8-4-4 system, and the foundation is collaborating with partners to adapt the program to the changing circumstances and challenges of the time.
He emphasized that the foundation will maintain its support for vulnerable children throughout their academic journey and beyond.
Mwangi, who has become the Chancellor of Kenya Open University, is considering the possibility of establishing an Equity program to sponsor incoming university students, in order to enhance accessibility to higher education.
Education CS Ezekiel Machogu, represented by Director of Quality Assurance and Standards Lydia Muchemi, encouraged the scholars to continue being sources of inspiration and transformation for the nation, fostering leadership and contributing to sustainable development goals.
Since its inception, the program has benefited 60,000 secondary-level scholars, with 22,000 progressing to university, 1,000 studying in international universities, and 3,600 enrolled in TVET institutions.
The initiative focuses on empowering scholars through education, mentorship, and coaching, and promotes community engagement and contribution.
Equity to align scholarship program with CBC curriculum
