Despite considerable gains in education enrollment over the past 15 years, worldwide, the adjusted net enrollment rates were 91 per cent for primary education, 84 per cent for lower secondary education and 63 per cent for upper secondary education in 2014. About 263 million children and youth worldwide were out of school. In Kenya, the high school enrollment is mainly affected by the high cost of secondary education whose per-student cost is three to six times the primary per-student cost. The Kenyan Government has made efforts to mitigate the expenses of secondary school, but in the meantime, the cost of secondary school remains on average twelve to twenty times as much as the monthly income of parents in Kenya’s rural areas.
Quality education is the foundation to improving people’s lives and sustainable development. In line with the SDG 4 which is to ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all, the KTDA Foundation in its education pillar aims to:
- Improve access to secondary education for bright and financially challenged students
- Enhance quality of education and lifelong learning
- Promote Science Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) education in tea community schools
- Promote adult literacy for small holder tea farmers
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A UNITED VISION FOR IMPACT-KTDA FOUNDATION ALUMNI MEET & GREET🤝🎓
It was a truly inspiring and high-impact afternoon on Friday, October 24th, at the Nairobi Safari Club, as the KTDA Foundation team hosted a significant meet-and-greet with 23 Foundation-sponsored alumni (since 2013). This vital gathering was key to sharing the strategic direction of the Foundation. The General Manager provided valuable insights into the broad scope […]
GO FORWARD WITH CONFIDENCE: BEST WISHES TO OUR 68 KCSE CANDIDATES! 🌟📚
As the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) exams approach, the entire KTDA Foundation family, extends its warmest best wishes and deepest encouragement to our 68 sponsored students. 🤝 This vital support is a direct expression of the Foundation’s Education Pillar and directly upholds the “Farmer First” mantra that KTDA as a whole champions now […]
| 3 DAYS OF INSPIRATION | KTDA FOUNDATION 8TH MENTORSHIP PROGRAMME | FULL JOURNEY|
Relive the inspiring moments of the 8th Mentorship Programme, held from 18th–20th August 2025 at Kasarani Sports View Hotel, Nairobi. Over three transformative days, more than 500 sponsored students engaged in: ✅ Motivational sessions with leading mentors and speakers ✅ Life skills training, team-building, and personal growth activities ✅ Talent showcases, networking, and peer learning […]
✨️ THE CLIMAX-THE GALA NIGHT-KTDA FOUNDATION 8TH MENTORSHIP PROGRAMME 2025✨️
🌟 A Night of Talent, Energy & Inspiration! 🌟 The Gala Night of the 8th KTDA Foundation National Tea Mentorship Programme (2025) was nothing short of spectacular. Scholarship beneficiaries showcased their diverse talents through music, dance, poetry, fashion, rap, and spoken word, creating an unforgettable evening of creativity and expression. 🎶 In this video, enjoy: […]
| EVERY DREAM MATTERS | THE 8TH KTDA FOUNDATION MENTORSHIP PROGRAMME 2025 -DAY 1 HIGHLIGHTS|
🌱 Inspiring the Next Generation of Leaders 🌱 The 8th KTDA Foundation National Tea Mentorship Programme (2025) brought together scholarship beneficiaries, mentors, alumni, and partners under the theme: “Every Dream Matters: Where PossibiliTEAS Meet Potential.” Over five days, students engaged in mentorship sessions, leadership workshops, and interactive activities that nurtured confidence, resilience, and a spirit […]
| A SECOND CHANCE AT LIFE | MY STORY AS A KTDA FOUNDATION BENEFICIARY|
Dive into the inspiring journey of Erick Mugo Muriithi, a young man whose life was completely transformed by the KTDA Foundation. Erick shares his raw and emotional story of hardship and hope, revealing how a second chance at a high school education changed everything. Through a powerful narrative, you’ll discover how the KTDA Foundation’s dedication […]
🌟 8TH KTDA FOUNDATION MENTORSHIP & LIFE SKILLS PROGRAMME2025: INSPIRING FUTURES, EMPOWERING DREAMS 🌟
From 17th–21st August 2025, the KTDA Foundation hosted its 8th Mentorship & Life Skills Programme at Kasarani Sports View Hotel, Nairobi — an unforgettable week that brought together 504 sponsored students from across Kenya, mentors, alumni, industry leaders, and partners in a powerful celebration of education, empowerment, and possibility. Guided by the theme “Every Dream […]
✨️FROM SCHOLARSHIP TO SUCCESS: KTDA FOUNDATION SCHOLARS🎓 SHINE💎 ON THE GLOBAL🌏 STAGE🥳
At the heart of the KTDA Foundation’s mission lies a simple but powerful belief: when you invest in education, you invest in the future of communities. Today, we proudly celebrate two of our own—Joel Njuguna Maina and Peter Kagwe—whose academic journeys and personal milestones stand as shining testaments to the life-changing impact of the KTDA […]
