This February, the Camara Education Kenya team was in the field to meet with school leaders and Board of Management (BoM) members of selected secondary schools and Vocational Training Centres in Makueni County. The aim is to align on roles, timelines, and overall readiness of the Phase IV of the STEM Steps Towards Positive Futures project.
These meetings strengthen school ownership and accountability, helping each institution plan for smooth lab use, strong safeguarding practices, and reliable learner access. This is especially important as Computer Studies practical learning becomes more central under the Competency Based Education (CBE). With clear leadership support, equipment is better protected, lab timetables are more consistently enforced, and more students benefit over time.
This project is made possible with support from Dell Technologies and is endorsed by the National Ministry of Education, an official partner of Camara Education Kenya.
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With support from The Bloom Foundation (TBF) and the Departmental Grants Programme (DGP), Camara Education Kenya is implementing the Digital Inclusion and Offline AI Pilot Project (Do-AI) at Changamwe Girls Secondary School in Mombasa County and Kirumbi Girls Secondary School in Kilifi County. Each school received a fully networked Digital Learning Centre (DLC) with 25 computers and a server, as well as educational software and the Camara Classroom Network Management System (CCNMS) to track uptime and utilisation.
We also met school leaders and Boards of Management members to agree on the practical conditions for success and signed Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs). The sessions confirmed receipt and functionality of the infrastructure and emphasized responsible use, long-term sustainability, and awareness of emerging digital learning tools including offline Artificial Intelligence (AI). This also ensures the equipment are fully utilised and remain impactful in the years to come.
Upcoming activities include teacher training on ICT-integrated pedagogy, a module on responsible AI in schools, and hands-on use of Camara’s Offline AI Assistant which runs on school computers without internet. Our Digital Skills team will support each school to form and run an ICT club where students practice skills not taught in curriculum such as coding, graphics, web development, among others. Stay tuned for these and more updates!
We appreciate the partnership with TBF, DGP, the Ministry of Education and the schools.
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Ribe Girls Students Learn Digital Safety Skills with Camara Education Kenya
Camara Education Kenya’s Digital Skills Officer, Magdaline Makumi, led a Data Privacy Day session with Ribe Girls Senior School ICT Club. Students learned how to protect personal information online, and stay safe while using technology.
“This session helped me understand how to keep my data safe,” said Emily Kendi, ICT club member. Magdaline added, “Teaching digital safety skills empowers students to navigate technology confidently.”
Digital skills and online safety are critical for students as they use computers for learning and research. Camara Education Kenya continues to support schools with ICT training and awareness programmes to build safe, responsible digital users.
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International Day of Education 2026
On her first day in a coding class, she didn’t imagine building a game. Weeks later, she created a learning game, one that introduces Ethiopian cultural musical instruments, their sounds, and the stories behind them.
“My name is Yemariyam Misraketsehay, and I am a Grade 10 student at Dilla Don Bosco High School. During last year’s coding training, my four friends and I worked on a project that was assigned to us. Using Scratch software, we created a learning program focused on Ethiopian cultural musical instruments. The program begins by introducing three traditional instruments: Begena, Kirar, and Masinko. When you click on Begena, it shows the history of the instrument, explains what it is, and demonstrates how it can be practiced. In the history section, the content is narrated, and users can also read it by themselves. The following pages explain the biblical history of the Begena. Another section introduces the different parts of the Begena. By touching each part, learners can understand its meaning and biblical background. For example, when you touch the Kenber, the program explains what it represents. The final section, which we believe is especially helpful for the PVA (Performing Visual Art) subject, is the training section. Here, students can hear the notes of the Begena by exploring each string. Many children see instruments like the Begena or Kirar and call them a guitar or piano instead of identifying their correct cultural names. This is why we created this project—to help students better understand Ethiopian cultural instruments, especially elementary school students. It can also strongly support students’ learning PVA. While music is often taught theoretically in class, access to real instruments is limited. With these computers, students can practice more, explore freely, and learn by interacting. Since many students are eager to touch and experience these instruments, we hope this program will help them practice, learn, and explore more. In the future, we hope to add more features. For now, we hope students will use what we have created and continue learning through it.”
1. Data Security is Non-Negotiable, Certify Everything & Comply with ISO 27001 Standard
Why it matters: Improper disposal of drives can lead to data breaches and non-compliance fines.
- Ensure all data-bearing devices undergo certified data erasure or destruction – compliant with ISO 27001 or / and Adisa standards. Insist on serialised hard disk drive and hardware reporting and certificates of data destruction.
Pro Tip: Ask vendors if they offer on-site drive shredding or secure chain-of-custody logistics.
2. ITAD Can Support Your ESG and Sustainability Goals
Why it matters: Corporate responsibility is now a selling point for clients, investors, and talent.
- Proper ITAD reduces e-waste and supports circular economy initiatives.
- Choose vendors that provide environmental impact reporting.
Pro Tip: Use ITAD reports in your annual ESG disclosures or CSR initiatives to show real sustainability metrics.
3. A Strategic ITAD Partner Can Add Operational and Financial Efficiency
Why it matters: ITAD isn’t just waste management, it’s part of your IT supply chain.
- The right partner can handle everything from decommissioning to logistics, resale, recycling, and reporting.
- Outsourcing ITAD can save internal time, reduce legal risks, and create a clean audit trail.
Pro Tip: Vet ITAD providers like you would any critical vendor, ask about security protocols, insurance, audits, and SLAs.
4. Your Retired Hardware Has Residual Value
Why it matters: Many IT directors underestimate the resale potential of used devices.
- Even depreciated laptops, servers, and networking gear can generate revenue when properly refurbished and resold.
- Partnering with the right ITAD vendor can help you turn EOL (end-of-life) assets into budget offsets for new hardware.
Pro Tip: Choose vendors who offer asset value recovery reports and transparent profit-sharing models.
5. Timing is Critical, Delaying Disposal Devalues Assets
Why it matters: The secondary IT market moves fast; tech loses value monthly.
- Holding onto old equipment “just in case” often results in lower resale value and increased storage/security costs.
- Schedule asset retirement windows as part of your refresh cycle (e.g., every 3–4 years).
Pro Tip: Bundle ITAD into your device lifecycle management plan to streamline logistics and budgeting.
After successfully training more than 800 students in essential digital skills, we are excited to take the next step, expanding into digital maintenance training.
At Luagala Secondary School in Tanzania, students are now learning how to maintain their computer lab, troubleshoot basic technical issues, and keep their Digital Learning Centre running smoothly, with guidance and support from their teachers. This shift empowers young people not only to use technology, but also to understand it.
Our Digital Learning Centre is far more than a room filled with equipment, it is a dynamic space where learners build confidence, gain practical skills, and prepare for a future shaped by digital opportunities. From basic digital literacy to hands-on ICT maintenance, students are developing the knowledge they need to thrive in a rapidly evolving world.
We are proud to contribute to this effort and thankful to all who remain committed to advancing digital education in Tanzania.
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In 2024, Camara Education Kenya installed a networked computer lab at Sangurur Primary School, providing 25 client computers and a server, and trained teachers to integrate ICT across the curriculum. Since then, our team has continued to offer technical support, expanding digital inclusion for learners, teachers, and the wider community in rural Elgeyo Marakwet County, a region facing significant infrastructure and resource challenges.
Following the success of the first lab, the school has now received a second computer lab. Our technical team completed installation, network configuration, and internet testing to ensure everything is fully operational.
With both labs active, more students can access quality digital resources, and teachers can further integrate technology into lessons, equipping learners with essential digital skills and preparing them for a connected future.
At Camara Education, our mission is not only to transform education through technology but also to ensure that we protect our planet while doing so.
We were proud to announce that our e-waste partner, WEEE Centre, was authorised by Camara Education Kenya to collect e-waste from all Camara-supported schools across the country. This partnership ensures that every faulty, outdated, or unusable piece of electronic equipment from our school computer labs is handled responsibly.
Over the past months, old computers, monitors, and other faulty electronic items have been collected from schools for safe processing and recycling, strictly following the standards set by the local Environmental Management Agency. This means harmful components are disposed of correctly, and nothing ends up polluting our environment.
By managing e-waste responsibly, we are protecting students, teachers, and communities from the risks of unsafe disposal. At the same time, we are creating room for better, faster, and more modern computer labs to keep digital learning alive and thriving in schools.
Together with WEEE Centre, we are showing that quality education and environmental care can go hand in hand. Because preparing the next generation for the future also means giving them a cleaner, safer world to inherit.
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