A science lab for a secondary school

The project aimed to complete the construction and outfitting of a science laboratory and to provide the Kyusyani Secondary school with water and solar power, within the Kamungi Conservancy in Southern Kenya. The construction and equipping of the laboratory were successfully completed and handed over to Tsavo Trust on June 5, 2023. The provision of power sockets in the computer laboratory eliminating the need for teachers to leave the school premises to charge electronic devices. The water harvesting system has had a profound and immediate impact on the school's water security. The collection of over 10,000 liters of water during the October rain season, enabled 3,000 liters to be channeled to a dedicated storage tank for the science laboratory. This new water supply is employed through a network of taps for many purposes, including supporting laboratory activities. The surplus grey water, irrigates 200 trees on the school premises. A total of 24 lessons, accommodating over 40 students simultaneously, are taking place at the laboratory every week, including practical activities in biology, chemistry, and physics. The provision of a state-of-the-art science laboratory has leveled the playing field for Kyusyani students during the Kenya Secondary Schools National Examinations. They now have access to the same quality resources as schools in urban areas, addressing the disparity in educational resources.

Founded in 2012, the Tsavo Trust is a Kenyan not-for-profit conservation organisation that provides core support to secure wildlife, habitat and key communities in Kenya’s vast Tsavo Conservation Area.

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