At least 300 learners at Thamuru Primary School in Thika will benefit from a Ksk1 million investment by Ecobank Kenya aimed at strengthening digital learning and equipping young people with skills to thrive in an increasingly tech-driven world.
The investment has since 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.
Undertaken as part of Ecobank Day 2026 under the “Building Tomorrow’s Skills Today” theme, the initiative boosts the lender’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,” said Ecobank Kenya Managing Director Rebecca Mbithi. “We believe that investing in education today is an investment in the future of our communities.”
Ms. Mbithi added that through the Ecobank Foundation, the lender is transforming lives across Africa through initiatives focused on health, education and financial empowerment.
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), about 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.
“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.
This year’s initiative, held ahead of World Children’s Day to take place on November 20, the lender says underscores the importance of investing in children’s education, digital skills and access to opportunities that enable them to thrive.
In 2023, the lender adopted Heritage of Faith and Hope Children’s Centre in Mlolongo as part of its three-year “Transforming Africa Through Education” campaign. It 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, it contributed towards the construction and equipping of a science laboratory at the Centre’s school.
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