ENAF Rolls Out Mobile Labs to Boost Girls’ Science Education Across Kenya

 By Jameson Mutua 

The Echo Network Africa Foundation (ENAF), has launched a groundbreaking mobile science laboratory initiative aimed at advancing STEM education for girls in underserved schools across Kenya.

The program seeks to bridge the gap in science education by delivering hands-on learning experiences directly to rural and marginalized communities, in line with ENAF’s overarching mission of promoting equity in education and empowering girls.

The launch event attracted strong endorsements from key partners, including the British High Commission, the Malaysian High Commission, and the Forum for African Women Educationalists (FAWE) Kenya Chapter — all of whom pledged continued support for ENAF’s vision.

Dr. Riria, President and CEO of ENAF, described the mobile science labs as a transformative tool to inspire and engage girls who would otherwise lack access to practical science education.

“We are targeting the underserved, underprivileged, marginalized girl — the one who may never have seen a microscope or used a Bunsen burner. We want her to experiment, to feel, to question — to experience science, physics, and chemistry in action,” said Dr. Riria.

The pilot phase will involve 15 schools across 15 counties, with plans to expand nationwide.

“We are not giving you a car to park in your school,” she added. “This mobile lab must move — teaching, training, engaging, and making a real difference.”

British High Commissioner to Kenya, Mr. Darren Welch, commended the initiative for aligning with the UK government’s global campaign for girls’ education.

“We are proud of our commitment to 12 years of quality education for every girl worldwide. This initiative is exactly what we need — breaking down the barriers to learning.”

Malaysian High Commissioner H.E. Ruzaimi Bin Mohamad also praised the project’s transformative potential and pledged continued collaboration.

“The Malaysian government is proud to support and partner with such impactful initiatives. Science and innovation must be accessible to all — especially girls.”

FAWE Kenya Chapter reaffirmed its long-standing support for girl-child education and committed to working with ENAF to ensure on-the-ground impact.

The first beneficiaries of the mobile science labs include Buda Comprehensive School in Garissa County, Kipkebut Primary in Bomet, Tumanini Comprehensive in Kisii, Loboto Comprehensive Primary School in Marsabit, Ganga Primary School in Meru, Anjego Comprehensive Primary School and Anjego Primary School in Migori, Kapkaet JSS in Bungoma, Saba Saba Primary and Tututha Primary JSS in Murang’a, Mumbi CCA in Nyeri, Gaturutiri Primary School in Tana River, Mungetho Primary School in Makueni, and St. Cecilia Primary and St. Monica School in Busia County.

Dr. Riria called on educators, policymakers, donors, and community leaders to collaborate in expanding access to STEM education for all girls, regardless of background.

“ENAF is not just building labs. We are building confidence, careers, and futures for girls who are too often left behind.”

The mobile lab initiative marks a bold step toward reshaping science education in Kenya — reaching the last mile, one school at a time.

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