Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba has affirmed that construction of the Koitalel Samoei University College main campus in Nandi Hills will be complete by November this year, paving the way for students to occupy the facility by December.
Speaking during an inspection tour to assess progress at the site, Ogamba noted that the project, which had previously stalled, is now back on track and advancing steadily under the Kenya Kwanza administration.
“Today I passed by to assess the progress of this project in terms of construction works. The project is moving on well. As you know, it had stalled before it was revived. The progress is good and we are at 40 percent construction progress,” said the CS.
Ogamba emphasized the government’s commitment to ensuring that all stalled projects are revived and completed to benefit wananchi, noting that the university project is a key investment in expanding access to higher education.
The CS revealed that the institution currently has about 4,500 students and that the Ministry of Education is targeting an increase to 6,000 learners once the main campus is complete and fully operational.
He assured stakeholders that the facility would be adequately equipped before students are allowed to occupy it, adding that the new infrastructure will significantly enhance learning conditions and academic delivery.
“By December this year the building will be occupied once we ensure that it is equipped,” he stated.
According to Ogamba, once construction is finalized, the current Mosoriot Campus will specialize in education and commerce courses, while the main campus in Nandi Hills will host a wider range of academic programmes. The new facility is expected to accommodate up to 1,500 students.
He added that the completion of the multi-million-shilling project will have a transformative impact on the local community by boosting economic activities and creating opportunities for residents of Nandi Hills and surrounding areas.
During the inspection, Ogamba was accompanied by Nandi County Commissioner Wilberforce Kilonzo, Nandi Hills Sub-County Deputy County Commissioner Ngalia Ndaya, Koitalel Samoei University Principal Winstone Akala, members of the sub-county security team and representatives from the office of the area Member of Parliament.
By Ruth Mainye
