More than 300 learners at Thamuru Primary School in Thika are set to benefit from a KES 1 million investment by Ecobank Kenya aimed at strengthening digital learning and equipping young people with skills to thrive in an increasingly technology-driven world.
Ecobank Kenya Invests KES 1 Million in School Digital Infrastructure
The investment has supported the refurbishment of the school’s computer laboratory and the provision of 25 desktop computers, alongside textbooks and stationery to enhance the learning environment.
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The initiative, undertaken as part of Ecobank Day 2026 under the theme Building Tomorrow’s Skills Today, reinforces the bank’s commitment to supporting education, strengthening digital literacy and equipping young people with skills for the future.
“Education remains one of the most powerful tools for creating opportunities and transforming communities. We believe that investing in education today is an investment in the future of our communities. Through the Ecobank Foundation, we are transforming lives across Africa through initiatives focused on health, education and financial empowerment,” said Ecobank Kenya Managing Director Rebecca Mbithi.
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Digital Education Gap Highlights Need for More Investment
Kenya is among many countries grappling with gaps in digital education infrastructure and the growing need to equip learners with relevant digital skills.
According to data from UNICEF and the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), approximately 1.3 billion children aged 3 to 17 globally do not have access to the internet at home, highlighting the scale of the digital divide and the need for greater investment in digital inclusion.
Ecobank Highlights Eight Years of Community Impact
“Over the last eight years, Ecobank Day has provided an opportunity for us to make a lasting difference in the communities we serve. Through our support for Thamuru Primary School, we hope to contribute to an environment where learners can access the resources they need to expand their knowledge, develop digital skills and build a strong foundation for their future,” she said.
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This year’s initiative, held ahead of World Children’s Day on 20 November, underscores the importance of investing in children’s education, digital skills and access to opportunities that enable them to thrive.
Ecobank Kenya’s Previous Education Initiatives
In 2023, the Bank adopted Heritage of Faith and Hope Children’s Centre in Mlolongo as part of Ecobank Group’s three-year Transforming Africa Through Education campaign.
Through the initiative, the Bank has supported 137 students through the expansion of a computer laboratory, full secondary-school scholarships for seven students, mentorship and digital literacy initiatives, and donations of learning materials and essential supplies.
In 2025, the Bank further contributed towards the construction and equipping of a science laboratory at the Centre’s school.
