Almost Ending the 3rd Week of CSC Assignment

Almost end of another busy week in Nairobi!  My project team had two check points with our EAPP client. I am happy to report that client is extremely pleased with our progress and design. This is an important project for the EAPP to get next funding from IMF, USAID, or other agencies to implement our solution. And for that reason, I believe anytime we present a new solution or idea, Mr. Joseph Magochi wants everything included in our deliverable.  

Kings College

New College Brochure

Today is Friday, June 22, 2012 and the entire Kenya- 5 team was asked to visit a startup college in the afternoon to talk to students. We arrived at around 2:30 PM at the Kings College. This is a new college started in January 2012, with a population of 40 students, 8 part-time instructors, and 1 full-time librarian. The college was started for the young people who either cannot afford the fees of the accredited college or academically do not qualify for college admission.  The colleges has been given a lot of lands (I believe 25 acres) donated by U.S. missionaries who returned back to USA in 2011.  The college needs funds for books, computers, etc. The Kings College offers diplomas, certifications, etc. at a reduced cost to students who would like to pursue some study to find employment.

Computer Lab Waiting for More Equipment

We introduced ourselves, provided career advice to students, and communicated the importance of education, and staying in the college to complete their education, and this would help them find their dream job in this fast growing country. The overall message was “Complete Your Education and Be Ready to Grab the Opportunity” because Kenya is growing fast with a lot technology companies starting offices almost every day. Below are some of the pictures of Kings College.

Full Time Librarian

Students of Kings College and Neighboring Colleges

                                                                 

IBMers With Students
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