Nairobi, 11th December 2024: The Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC) Foundation has today officially launched the INUKA Plus program, an expansion of its flagship educational sponsorship program – INUKA – aimed at empowering students with disabilities.
The newly launched INUKA Plus program will extend support beyond secondary school education, offering university, college and Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institutions scholarships to the top-performing students from the high school program.
The scholarship package includes full payment of school fees, provision of school uniforms, assistive devices, mentorship programs and a stipend based on needs.
Speaking during the event, KPC Managing Director and KPC Foundation Board of Trustees Chairman, Joe Sang, articulated the vision behind the INUKA Scholarship: “We recognized the hurdles scholars face in transitioning through the education system and our program was designed to break down the barriers of low household income, social stigma and lack of assistive devices. The INUKA Plus was established to extend support to INUKA beneficiaries beyond secondary school, covering their university/TVET education. KPC Foundation will invest KES 41 Million annually for the INUKA Plus program”
‘‘This addition is crucial, as it fulfills the Inuka program’s transformation pillar, allowing students to pursue higher education and enter the workforce with greater qualifications and confidence. Our goal is to continue empowering these scholars to reach their full potential, preparing them for meaningful careers and leadership roles,’’ added Sang.
During the launch event, scholarships were awarded to the first cohort of INUKA Plus beneficiaries – 25 top-performing students – who are now set to embark on their higher education journey.
Since its inception in 2017, the INUKA program has provided educational opportunities for talented but underprivileged students with disabilities from all 47 counties in Kenya. A total of 745 scholars have been sponsored to date at a cumulative cost of KES 120 Million.
The program is envisioned to be a catalyst for long-term transformation, empowering scholars to overcome challenges and become role models who break stereotypes surrounding disabilities, ultimately benefiting their communities. KPC Foundation remains committed to fostering an inclusive society where all individuals can thrive.
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