Kiambu Town NG-CDF has embarked on installing solar systems in public schools with an aim of cutting costs on electricity bills.
MP Machua Waithaka said schools were struggling to clear electricity bills, with some accruing up to Sh25,000 monthly.
While handing over three key projects that included solar lighting systems, perimeter wall fencing and modern school gates, at Ting’ang’a primary and secondary schools, the MP said the project will alleviate the financial burden faced by learning institutions.
“We are embracing green energy to fight climate change while cutting electricity costs. This will ensure that schools have power at all times and will not be affected by outages,” Waithaka said.
The project will save schools Sh300,000 yearly, allowing them to channel the funds to other areas. Other public institutions neighbouring the schools will also be connected to the solar systems.
Perimeter walls erected around the learning institutions and modern gates will enhance security for school property and learners.
“For a long time, many schools had no perimeter walls or proper gates to secure them. We want our schools to be dignified and with these projects, learners and teachers will feel safer,” he said.
The NG-CDF will install new roofing, tiled floors and cabro tiling on school compounds to create a conducive learning environment.
This will motivate learners to perform better and improve the academic performance of schools.
“We are committed to ensuring our students and pupils have the right learning environment. We want our children to be excited to go to school and learn,” he said, adding that all schools will be covered by the end of the year.
The projects are fully funded by the Kiambu NG-CDF. Waithaka also pointed out that Sh300,000 will be injected into the Irene Mbugua bursary kitty that is named after one of his supporters who passed away a few years back. Mbugua supported needy students.
“The Irene Mbugua kitty will help our needy but bright students. I have vowed to continue supporting her charitable venture of ensuring children access education,” he said.
The funds complement bursaries issued by the NG-CDF and make it possible to reach more needy cases in the constituency, he said.
by ALICE WAITHERA
