Kenya has made notable policy efforts to expand inclusive education, particularly for learners with disabilities and marginalized communities. The 2018 Sector Policy for Learners and Trainees with Disabilities defines inclusive education as ensuring that students with disabilities learn within regular schools while receiving reasonable accommodations and support. Today, 1,882 primary and secondary schools in Kenya provide education services for learners with special needs,

This week’s Megaphone Field Notes highlight a consistent pattern across different regions: despite global commitments, girls’ education still faces systemic barriers shaped by poverty, climate crises, harmful social norms, and fragile education systems. Data from the Global Partnership for Education (GPE) shows both the urgency and the potential impact of investment. The Girls’ Education Accelerator has already mobilized $225 million, helping 3.6 million marginalized gi

In Narok County, Kenya, girls like Naserian grow up facing serious barriers to education, including early marriage, teenage pregnancy, and female genital mutilation (FGM). A new initiative called Naserian: Girls Rising is working to change this reality by supporting girls not only in school, but also within their families and communities. Through life-skills education, mentorship groups, and parent engagement, the program helps girls build confidence and stay connected to edu

From a data perspective, the Global Partnership for Education (GPE) Girls’ Education Accelerator highlights how targeted investment in girls’ education can transform entire education systems. The initiative aims to raise US$200 million to support 3.2 million girls in countries where barriers to education are the most severe,particularly in regions affected by conflict, fragility, and harmful gender norms. This funding would address structural inequalities that continue to

Peggy Baela, an 18-year-old student from Zambia, began advocating for girl-child education through the Rise for the World leadership program , which encourages young people to address challenges in their communities. Her project focused on Pendeni Community School, where overcrowded classrooms, limited learning materials, and teacher shortages made it difficult for students,especially girls,to continue their education. To support the school, Peggy worked on weekends at Nsobe