Kenyan schools - Picture sheet

In Kenya, education has become a fundamental right for children, with it being compulsory for all those between the ages of six and thirteen to attend school. This significant change in the Kenyan education system has led to over 8 million children now receiving primary education. The Kenyan government has recognized education as a crucial tool in the fight against poverty, and as a result, has taken proactive steps to ensure that schooling is accessible to all children. This marks a departure from the past, where, up until two decades ago, the responsibility of arranging education fell solely on the parents.

Despite these strides in education policy, there are still challenges that remain, particularly in remote villages. Children in these areas, like Lila, might not attend school with the same regularity as those in urban centres. Reflecting on the differences in lifestyle, one might wonder how life would alter if they were to live in Kenya, especially within the context of a small African village. The daily experiences, influenced by cultural, environmental, and educational factors, would likely present a contrasting picture to life in other parts of the world.