Kenya’s institutions of higher learning are geared for massive financial backing from the United States (US), to help tailor their training for the job market. It is one of the key achievements recorded by President William Ruto; who is on a State Visit to the US this week. The details were announced at the Spelman College in Atlanta, where officials accompanying President Ruto signed a key deal with the US representatives to support higher education, partnerships especially in science, technology, engineering and math; abbreviated as STEM. The Usaid also announced $32 million (Sh4.192 billion) new investment pledge in Kenya’s education system, including some $0.85 million (Sh111.3 million)support of the Edtech Africa initiative. For President Ruto, who witnessed the signing, the move reflects continuity and renewal of relations between the two sides, 60 years later.

Source: Daily Nation May 23, 2024 04:54 UTC