In a move that underscores his unwavering commitment to education, Hon. Tim Wanyonyi, MP for Westlands, has allocated KES 10 million to Westlands Primary School to construct four new classrooms. This announcement was made during the school’s annual general meeting held on Friday, July 26, 2024, where Ben Mwonyonyo, Manager of the Westlands Constituency Office, represented Hon. Wanyonyi.
Mwonyonyo conveyed Hon. Wanyonyi’s regards and highlighted the MP’s substantial contributions to education in the constituency. “Westlands Primary is a model school, and Hon. Tim Wanyonyi has done a lot in education,” Mwonyonyo said. “He has built four new secondary schools from scratch in the constituency and continues to sponsor the top boys and girls in our schools.”
“Hon. Tim Wanyonyi is going for Nairobi governorship in 2027,” Mwonyonyo announced to an enthusiastic audience. “Hon. Tim’s journey to City Hall as governor is still on, and his dedication to education remains steadfast.”
The KES 10 million allocation from the Westlands Constituency Development Fund (NG-CDF) is part of a broader initiative to enhance the educational infrastructure in Westlands. Mwonyonyo also revealed that in the next financial year, an additional KES 10 million will be allocated to construct four more classrooms at Westlands Primary School.
Pauline Akuku, Chairperson of the Board of Management, commended the school’s move to a cashless system, which has enhanced financial prudence. She also highlighted various improvements, including a new science laboratory for the junior secondary school, a revamped computer laboratory, and energy-saving measures in the kitchen. “The collaborative efforts have provided students with better facilities and a sense of pride,” Akuku said.
Despite these advancements, Akuku noted the urgent need for eight new classrooms by January to enable the transition to grade 9 under the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC). “We still need a deficit of four classrooms,” she stated.
Local leaders echoed the call for continued support. Stephen Ndegwa, MCA Parklands, praised Westlands Primary for setting high educational standards, while Hamisi Maleya, MCA Kangemi, suggested inviting headteachers from his ward to benchmark with Westlands Primary. Maurice Ochieng, MCA Mt View, thanked Hon. Wanyonyi for his support and urged him to continue backing school development.
Ken Kyeva, Head Teacher of Westlands Primary, outlined the school’s budgetary challenges, including high water and electricity costs. “We pay KES 100,000 per month for water and KES 540,000 annually for electricity,” Kyeva said, emphasizing the need for updated facilities and a new school bus.
The meeting also saw remarks from Macharia Mugwe, Executive Secretary of KNUT Nairobi Branch, who praised the school’s financial surplus, and Jackson Mutai, TSC Director Westlands Sub County, who lauded the school’s performance and holistic child development.
Julia, Westlands Sub County Director of Education, appreciated the school’s efforts in fostering responsibility and ethical values among students through the CBC. She thanked the NG-CDF for committing to build eight classrooms for grade 9 students.
The AGM marked the first such meeting since 2020, reflecting the collaborative spirit among parents, teachers, and the constituency in enhancing the educational environment at Westlands Primary School. With continued support and strategic investments, the school is poised to maintain its status as a top-performing institution in the Parklands zone.
Hon. Tim Wanyonyi’s dedication to education is evident in his numerous initiatives, including the refurbishment of all classrooms at Westlands Primary, the establishment of a fully-fledged computer laboratory, the construction of a perimeter wall, and a modern state-of-the-art boarding complex.
As the patron of the Westlands NG-CDF, his strategic investments continue to transform educational infrastructure, ensuring that students receive the quality education they deserve.
As Hon. Tim Wanyonyi looks forward to the 2027 Nairobi governorship race, his track record in education stands as a testament to his leadership and vision for a better future for all.