Frontier Counties Development Council

Frontier Counties Development Council We are a catalyst for sustainable socio-economic development in the 10 FCDC member counties.

In many schools across Kenya’s frontier counties, access to digital learning has long been defined not by potential, but...
21/05/2026

In many schools across Kenya’s frontier counties, access to digital learning has long been defined not by potential, but by limitations — unreliable connectivity, inadequate infrastructure, and limited access to quality computing resources. Yet despite these challenges, one thing has remained constant: the determination to ensure that every learner, regardless of geography, has an equal opportunity to thrive in the digital age.

It is this shared commitment that brought together education stakeholders from across the ASAL region over the past three days as FCDC proudly hosted the Community Trainers Workshop at Weston Hotel, Nairobi.

The workshop convened County Raspberry Pi Foundation Coordinators and Ministry of Education Quality Assurance & Standards Officers from all ten FCDC member counties, alongside partners including Kenya Connect and other stakeholders implementing the Raspberry Pi Foundation Computing Curriculum.

This gathering marks a major milestone in the third year of the Advancing Computing Skills Project, building on two years of steady progress in strengthening ICT integration, improving digital learning, and transforming classroom experiences through practical and locally relevant computing education.

This year’s engagement focused strongly on sustainability, improving training quality, and strengthening long-term support systems for teachers and learners across frontier counties.

Throughout the workshop, participants engaged in highly practical and interactive sessions that allowed educators to experience learning from the learner’s perspective while exploring:
• Learner-centred pedagogy
• Effective curriculum design
• Lesson structuring and progression of learning
• Culturally responsive teaching approaches
• Facilitation and communication skills for trainer development

A strong emphasis was also placed on strengthening the facilitation capacity of county trainers through peer practice, reflection, feedback, and hands-on engagement aimed at improving delivery methods, training materials, confidence, and communication in teacher training environments.

As the workshop comes to a close, FCDC is equally excited for the launch of the first Offline Ontum Kulbox Technology and the Localised Rehabilitation of Digital Learning Tablets initiative. Through the introduction of the Ontum Education Offline Digital Model and Ontum Box Kits, schools facing infrastructure and connectivity challenges will now have greater access to uninterrupted and inclusive digital learning opportunities.

This milestone reflects the strength of collaboration and the impact of purposeful partnerships. Together with Raspberry Pi Foundation, UNICEF Kenya, Kenya Connect, Ontum Education, County Governments, and the Ministry of Education, FCDC remains committed to scaling resilient, impactful, and future-ready computing education across Kenya’s frontier counties.

The journey toward equitable digital learning continues — and the momentum is stronger than ever.

This week is shaping up to be particularly busy and strategically significant as we deepen the implementation of Year Th...
18/05/2026

This week is shaping up to be particularly busy and strategically significant as we deepen the implementation of Year Three of the Raspberry Pi Foundation Digital Learning Programme, marked by strengthened collaboration, renewed momentum, and a clear focus on scalable impact with our EdTech partners.

We were pleased, alongside Mr. Ammar Mahmoud, Product Lead at Ontum Education, who travelled to Kenya to support the training of community trainers, to host a high-level online session bringing together key partners from the Raspberry Pi Foundation, UNICEF, and Futures Infinite Education, alongside Ontum Education.

The session provided an opportunity to deepen shared understanding of Ontum Education’s scalable, offline-first learning ecosystem, including its KulBox innovation—a plug-and-play digital learning solution designed to deliver curated educational content in low- and no-connectivity environments.

Participants also engaged in a live demonstration led by Mr. Ammar Mahmoud and his technical team, showcasing the KulBox’s offline content delivery capabilities and its integration potential with existing digital learning frameworks.

The demonstration was particularly well received, offering a compelling proof of concept for how offline-enabled learning solutions can bridge access gaps in underserved and hard-to-reach contexts. It further reinforced the potential for Ministry of Education (national and county levels) uptake and scale, especially within broader digital learning and curriculum delivery reforms.

As we move forward into the next phase of implementation, this engagement stands as a strong indicator of what is possible when innovation, partnership, and practical deployment converge to accelerate equitable access to digital learning.

Preview of some of the speakers joining us for the webinar on Empowering Women & Men through Enhanced Childcare Support ...
11/05/2026

Preview of some of the speakers joining us for the webinar on Empowering Women & Men through Enhanced Childcare Support Systems .

Be on the lookout for our panelists of the day, including caregivers on the ground who will share their day-to-day experiences and realities in providing childcare support.

Join us tomorrow 12th May 2026as we advance conversations on strengthening childcare systems in Kenya.

📅 12th May 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM (EAT)
📍 Hybrid (Physical & Virtual)

🔗 Register Now: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86743312117?pwd=2086nMbDqaMFB0VlRLgVwFXk8SQZHY.1

On 29th April 2026, at Ole Sereni in Nairobi, an important step was taken toward strengthening education across the fron...
29/04/2026

On 29th April 2026, at Ole Sereni in Nairobi, an important step was taken toward strengthening education across the frontier counties.

The Frontier Counties Development Council (FCDC), in partnership with EIDU, convened County Executive Committee Members for Education, partners, and technical teams—not only to review progress, but to align on the path ahead.

In just two years, the EIDU ECD Digital Learning Programme has reached approximately 140,000 learners, supported nearly 4,700 teachers, and been implemented in close to 2,400 schools. Classrooms are becoming more engaging and structured, with teachers confidently integrating technology into daily learning, and children responding with curiosity and enthusiasm.

Through collaboration with UNICEF and the Raspberry Pi Foundation, this progress is now extending into Grades 4 to 9—ensuring continuity in digital learning as learners advance through school. Connectivity is improving, teacher capacity is growing, and digital skills are steadily becoming part of everyday education.

The meeting highlighted a strong spirit of partnership and shared commitment. We recognize EIDU’s continued support under the leadership of Managing Director Mr. Fredrick Seda, and the unwavering coordination by FCDC, led by CEO Dr. Idle Farah. The dedication of County Executive Committee Members for Education remains central in driving this agenda forward and ensuring it reflects the realities within their counties.

This collective effort has led to the signing of an addendum extending the partnership for a further three years from May 2026—a decision grounded in trust, demonstrated impact, and a shared vision for the future.

While there is still work to be done in strengthening systems and ensuring sustainability, there is growing confidence that meaningful change is taking root across the frontier counties.

We are honoured to be part of this early citizen radio show, where our Education and Governance Sector Lead, Mr. Abdulla...
29/04/2026

We are honoured to be part of this early citizen radio show, where our Education and Governance Sector Lead, Mr. Abdullahi Hassan, will share insights and perspectives on this timely and important issue.

Join us tomorrow, 30th April 2026, at 7:00 AM—tune in and be part of the conversation.

FCDC today hosted Reuben Wambugu Mwangi, Group Managing Director for Bridge International Academies Kenya; Hanif Poona; ...
22/04/2026

FCDC today hosted Reuben Wambugu Mwangi, Group Managing Director for Bridge International Academies Kenya; Hanif Poona; and Francis Salu at our offices in a meeting led by the CEO, FCDC.

Drawing from the Bridge presentation, the discussions provided valuable insights into their model and experience in delivering structured, technology-enabled learning. Building on this, FCDC pitched for deeper collaboration to strengthen ECDE systems across the Frontier Counties through scalable digital learning approaches, teacher support models, and data-driven decision-making.

We emphasized opportunities to align on county-led priorities, including integration of digital content into ECDE classrooms, strengthening teacher capacity through continuous professional development, and enhancing monitoring, evaluation, and learning systems to track outcomes.

The conversation also explored pathways for co-creating an inclusive EdTech ecosystem—leveraging partnerships with government, development actors, and the private sector—to ensure sustainability, equity, and ownership at the county level.

We look forward to building on today’s engagement and advancing concrete next steps towards a structured partnership that delivers measurable and lasting outcomes for young learners across the Frontier region.

As the academic term nears its close, sit-in assessments on digital learning are being conducted in Mandera and Garissa ...
30/03/2026

As the academic term nears its close, sit-in assessments on digital learning are being conducted in Mandera and Garissa counties. These assessments focus on Grade 8 learners at Khadija Ummul Muminin Primary & Junior School in Mandera and Grade 7 learners at Garissa Primary & Junior School.

The exercise aims to evaluate comprehension, practical application, and mastery of digital learning concepts among learners. It also provides critical insights into the effectiveness of digital learning interventions, helping FCDC identify learning gaps and plan targeted support strategies ahead of the next academic cycle.

At the Frontier Counties Development Council, we remain committed to equipping learners across frontier counties with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in a digitally-driven world. Through initiatives like this, we continue to ensure that every learner has the opportunity to succeed in the 21st century.

This morning in Wajir County, Mr. Mohamednoor Abdikarim, the Wajir East Sub-County Curriculum Support Officer and focal ...
27/03/2026

This morning in Wajir County, Mr. Mohamednoor Abdikarim, the Wajir East Sub-County Curriculum Support Officer and focal person for the Raspberry Pi Foundation (RPF) project, together with the County Trainer, Mr. Salat Kheyley, and supported by three project champions, conducted a 15-minute sit-in assessment for Grade 8 learners at Jogbaru Primary and Junior School. The assessment aimed to evaluate learners’ understanding and retention of the digital concepts covered so far under the programme.

In a similar exercise in Turkana County, Mr. Levy Amusha, the County Quality Assurance and Standards Officer, alongside Mr. Washington Odoyo, led the administration of a comparable assessment at Nabulon Girls Primary and Junior School. The exercise, also targeting Grade 8 learners, was undertaken with the same objective of gauging learning progress and strengthening the delivery of digital literacy content across participating schools.

These coordinated efforts underscore the commitment to ensuring quality implementation, continuous monitoring of learning outcomes, and evidence-based improvements in the delivery of digital learning across the FCDC counties.

The Raspberry Pi Foundation Digital Learning Project continues to make steady progress in Marsabit County.This morning, ...
04/03/2026

The Raspberry Pi Foundation Digital Learning Project continues to make steady progress in Marsabit County.

This morning, the Marsabit MOE–RPF Project Focal Person, Mr. Gollo Yattani, together with County Trainer Ms. Jane Ndambala and four participating teachers from partner schools, conducted a brief sit-in assessment with 15 Grade 7 learners from St. Teresa Primary and Junior School. The session aimed to gauge learners’ comprehension of the ICT strands and sub-strands covered so far under the Computing curriculum.

Beyond assessing knowledge, the team created space for learners to share their experiences—highlighting progress made, challenges encountered, and practical mitigation measures to strengthen delivery. The interactive engagement provided valuable feedback on learner confidence, content retention, and areas requiring reinforcement.

Such reflective check-ins are critical to ensuring quality implementation, continuous improvement, and meaningful impact in our schools. Together, we remain committed to strengthening digital literacy and equipping learners with the skills they need to thrive in a technology-driven world.

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