In a continued effort to reduce the digital education gap, American Tower Kenya and ProFuturo – the educational innovation program with technology, launched by the Telefónica Foundation and the “la Caixa” Foundation – have expanded their collaboration, now reaching 41 schools across Nairobi, Machakos, and Kitui.
The initiative has benefited over 9,700 students and 439 teachers, with the goal of reaching 11,000 children and 470 teachers by year-end.
Since its inception in 2024, the project has achieved significant territorial deployment through strategic local partnerships: 30 schools in Nairobi and Machakos in collaboration with Don Bosco Development Outreach Network (DBDON) and 11 schools in Kitui together with the Diocese of Kitui.
These alliances have enabled a swift, sustainable, and community-aligned implementation tailored to the needs of each educational community.
The implementation strategy centers on strengthening teaching capacities and leveraging ProFuturo’s educational resources.
Teachers have undergone training on platform usage, curriculum alignment, and methodologies for integrating these tools in their day-to-day practice.
Schools have also received ongoing support from dedicated coaches, who motivated and ensured consistent use of the ProFuturo tools, embedding them into daily classroom dynamics.
“This project is a testament to ATC Kenya’s goal of improving quality of life through connectivity. We enhance digital access and foster partnerships in the communities we serve,” said CEO of ATC Kenya, George Odenyo, During a recent project review meeting between ATC Kenya and ProFuturo representatives.
“By equipping our Digital Communities with the right technology, we’re driving digital equity, literacy, and career development – efforts aimed at uplifting lives and transforming futures,” he added.
“The progress in Nairobi, Machakos, and Kitui demonstrates that no one transforms education alone,” said general manager of ProFuturo Foundation, Magdalena Brier.
“The combined forces of American Tower and ProFuturo, with support from Telefónica Foundation and la Caixa Foundation, turn educational innovation into a powerful tool for closing digital and social gaps, something that will directly impact 11,000 children and 470 teachers in 2025,” concluded Brier.
