Kenya Airways donated a Boeing 737-700 aircraft to Mang’u High School to enhance its aviation learning preparation.
In a statement dated Wednesday, September 20, Kenya Airways noted the plane donation served as a commitment to supporting learning institutions.
Further, the national carrier indicated that the donation showed their willingness to nurture the next generation of aviators in the country.
The ceremony was presided over by Cabinet Secretary, Ministry of Roads and Transport, Kipchumba Murkomen, and Kenya Airways Group Managing Director Allan Kilavuka.
“Investing in education is investing in our nation’s future, and Kenya Airways’ generous donation of this aircraft to Mangu High School is a shining example of corporate social responsibility at its best,” Murkomen stated after handing over the donation to Mang’u High School.
Murkomen further stated that the growth of Kenya’s aviation sector was paramount to creating more job opportunities.
He underscored partnership with the private sector noting that it was also key to developing education and the economy.
“I am happy with Kenya Airways for embracing talent development through their aviation innovation hub (Fahari Innovation Hub), their aviation school (the Pride Centre), and today’s noble gesture of donating a decommissioned Boeing 737-700 plane to Mang’u High School,” the CS stated.
“The donation is an affirmation of KQ’s support for the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC) which focuses on accentuating students’ interests in particular areas of study, harnessing their innate talents, converting their passions into careers, and transforming abstract theories into practicable concepts,” he added.
Kenya Airways CEO challenged Mang’u High School to use the plane to nurture talents and grow Kenya’s aviation sector.
“This donation is true to our commitment to nurturing talent and driving economic growth, not only in Kenya but also in the broader African continent. We eagerly anticipate witnessing the profound impact this initiative will have on Mangu High School,” Kivaluka stated.
