Achievements
Awards and Recognition
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- CIO100 Silver Mark Award, 2023 We are delighted to announce that Computer for Schools Kenya (CFSK) has been honored with the silver mark at the prestigious
CFSK staff at Refurb Workshop with the Award #CIO100Awards to celebrate organizations and individuals who demonstrate exceptional use of IT to drive business value and transformation
- CIO100 Award, 2017
The board and Management of CIO East Africa and the CIO100 Awards commended CFSK for achieving the Silver Mark
in excellence enterprise Information Technology adoption. - 5th CIO100 Award, 2015
The board and Management of CIO East Africa and the CIO100 Awards commended CFSK for ranking among the Top 100
organizations in the 2015 CIO100 Annual Awards competition. - ForgeAhead Africa ICT Achievers Awards, 2009
- CIO100 Silver Mark Award, 2023 We are delighted to announce that Computer for Schools Kenya (CFSK) has been honored with the silver mark at the prestigious
For three consecutive years;2007, 2008 2009 CFSK was named the top civil society organisation
to Bridge digital divide in Africa. The CFSK programme was particularly commended for achieving so much with very limited resources.
- Kenya National ICT Achievers Award 2007
The Computer Society of Kenya, at the Kenya National ICT Achievers awards recognised CFSK as the top organisation
keen on bridging the digital divide in the country.
- ForgeAhead Africa ICT Achievers Awards, 2006
- Top civil society organisation to bridge digital divide in Africa – 1st Runner-up
Milestones
CFSK has been acknowledge for its efforts to extend ICT access to the Kenyan society. Since its inception in 2002, CFSK has sourced, refurbished and placed over 402,000 computers in more than 12,010 primary and secondary schools, technical training institutes, medical training centers, universities and various community programmes.
CFSK has also extended ICT access to disadvantaged groups, facilitating their integration into an information rich society.
Through its off shoot organisation, The CFSK Institute of ICT, CFSK has trained well over 100,000 tutors, subject teachers, heads of institutions as well as educational administrators. The institute has developed a model User Proficiency Curriculum for both primary and secondary schools, which has been taken by over 45, 000 students. The CFSK Institute is intensely involved in content development for different curriculum across all level of education.
In its quest to preserve, conserve and protect the environment, CFSK established the first e-waste management facility in Kenya – The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Centre (WEEE Centre) which collects, scraps fractions, recycles and safely disposes all electrical and electronic waste.
CFSK’s administrative and operational model has been acknowledged as ideal. Owing to the successful implementation of its activities in Kenya, CFSK has aided in establishment of similar ICT programs in Uganda, Burundi, Tanzania, South Sudan and Botswana. Efforts are ongoing to establish the same in Nigeria, Namibia, Zimbabwe, Malawi and DRC.
Bridging the Digital Divide: The Impact of Computers for Schools Kenya’s DLP Project with Rotary Club of Nairobi-Langata
Bridging the Digital Divide: The Impact of Computers for Schools Kenya’s DLP Project with Rotary Club of Nairobi-Langata Computers for Schools Kenya (CFSK) is a non-profit organization working to equip schools in Kenya with computer labs and digital learning resources. Through a successful partnership with the Rotary Club of Nairobi-Langata, CFSK has been making significant strides in achieving its mission. …
DigiTruck Executive Summary Report: Bridging the Digital Divide in Kenya
The DigiTruck is an innovative initiative launched in Kenya in 2019 under Huawei’s TECH4ALL program. It serves as a mobile, solar-powered classroom equipped with laptops, smartphones, and internet connectivity. The primary goal of the DigiTruck is to provide digital skills training to underserved communities, empowering them with essential knowledge for the digital age. Role of Computers For Schools Kenya (CFSK) …
CFSK, Turing Trust and Habitat For Humanity brings Digital Learning to Katangi Ward, Machakos County
CFSK, Turing Trust and Habitat For Humanity brings Digital Learning to Katangi Ward, Machakos County Katangi, Machakos County – March 8th, 2024 – Computers For Schools Kenya (CFSK) proudly celebrated a major milestone in its mission to bridge the digital divide in Kenya. In collaboration with The Turing Trust and Habitat For Humanity Kenya, we launched a state-of-the-art computer lab …
Bridging the Digital Divide: CFSK and Habitat for Humanity Kenya Launch New Computer Lab in Nyachenge
In a world where technology has become an integral part of our daily lives, access to the latest technology and digital skills is more important than ever. Unfortunately, many communities, particularly in developing countries, still lack access to these critical resources, creating a digital divide that prevents them from realizing their full potential. To address this issue, the Computer for …
CFSK partners with Mama Doing Good, Huawei to train 100 Women in Nairobi
CFSK Partners with Mama Doing Good, Huawei to Train 100 Women Digital Skills In today’s digital age, the ability to harness the power of digital tools and platforms is crucial for personal and economic empowerment. At Computers for Schools Kenya (CFSK), we recognize the immense potential in providing digital literacy training, particularly for women, to equip them with the skills …
Computer for Schools Kenya (CFSK) shines at the #CIO100Awards
We are delighted to announce that Computer for Schools Kenya (CFSK) has been honored with the silver mark at the prestigious #CIO100Awards. This recognition is a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence and the innovative use of enterprise information technology to drive impactful change in the education sector. The CIO100 Awards, organized by the esteemed African digital transformation driver, …
Norec Exchange program
Norec Exchange program Kenya’s ICT and education experience will be exported to Colombia. The initiatives led by Computers for schools Kenya has become an international benchmark for the use of ICT in the education system. On Monday January 29, 2018 Computers for Schools Kenya (CFSK), and Computa dores para Educar de Colombia, begin the first phase of an international cooperation …
ILIDP: ICT Integration in Teaching and Learning
CFSK helped in installation of devices for an e-learning centre and training at Ilkerin Loita Development Project (ILIDP). ICT integration in teaching and learning training is part of the project run by ILIDP that targets primary school teachers and pupils. The main aim of the program was to place ICT infrastructure and equip teachers with the requisite skills, attitude and …
Barclays Life : Computer Hardware and Training
Barclays and Digital Links International launched a three year project in 2006 to bring ICT benefits to over a quarter million school children in East Africa, by placing computers to schools in the region. To date CFSK as the local partner provides training, monitoring and evaluation. We continue to work with Barclays Bank of Kenya (BBK) through sponsorship of various …
CFSK E-learning Solution
Computers for Schools Kenya (CFSK) is working in partnership with the Lutheran World Federation (LWF) to deploying the CFSK e-learning solution to 45 primary schools in Kakauma and Daadab refugee camps in Kenya. The project has seen the deployment of 1591 learner devices, 90 teacher master devices, 86 transport/ charging cases, 45 routers and 45 Bluetooth speakers for teachers and …
Nandi County: Computer Hardware and Training in VTCs:
Nandi County: Computer Hardware and Training in VTCs: CFSK is currently implementing a project with Nandi County for placement of computers, servers, routers and training on ICT integration in teaching and learning. The project which is already in its final stage focused on deployment of 300 computers 15, servers, 15 routers, youth training and layout of Local Area …
Donbosco Malawi – IICD: Deployment of Tablets and Training
International Institute for Communication and Development (IICD) is the lead agent of the Connect4Change (C4C) consortium. The Connect4Change consortium comprises of Dutch development and ICT specialized organizations including IICD, Akvo, Cordaid, Edukans and ICCO. Connect4Change seeks innovative solutions based on internet and mobile devices to accelerate the achievement of development goals and bring poverty and exclusion to an end. C4C’s …
Partners Poland Foundation: Computer Hardware and Training
Partners Poland Foundation is a Polish NGO registered in 1995 committed to building sustainable local capacity to advance civil society and a culture of change and conflict management. The Foundation is associated with the international non-governmental organisation, “Partners for Democratic Change” which has offices in the USA and national Centers in Argentina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Georgia, Hungary, Jordan, Lithuania, …
Plan International: Computer Hardware and Training
Plan International has worked in Kenya from 1982, helping poor children to access their rights to health, education, sanitation and protection with more than 800,000 people in community-based organizations and children’s clubs, as well as farmers, youth and women’s groups benefit from their work. Over the years, Plan international through their regional offices across the country has partnered with CFSK …
Safaricom Foundation: Equipping Youth Polytechnics with Computers & Peripherals
Safaricom Foundation: Equipping Youth Polytechnics with Computers & Peripherals The project was successfully implemented by establishing model ICT-I integrated Youth Polytechnics in five constituencies in Kenya namely, Mathioya, Runyenjes, Yatta, Matungu, and Laikipia. The project was sponsored by Safaricom Foundation. Each of the five youth polytechnics received quality desktop computers and heavy duty printer with scanner. The computers …
POST Bank: Computer Hardware and Training
In the year 2011-2012, Post Bank Kenya undertook to sponsor several learning institutions with the provision of computers and ICT training. The project was a resounding success and a plan for continued implementation of the same in other institutions is ongoing to equip more schools.
Barclays Life : Computer Hardware and Training
Barclays Life : Computer Hardware and Training Barclays and Digital Links International launched a three year project in 2006 to bring ICT benefits to over a quarter million school children in East Africa, by placing computers to schools in the region. To date CFSK as the local partner provides training, monitoring and evaluation. We continue to work with Barclays …
Computerization of Community Centres
Computer for schools Kenya (CFSK) in collaboration with ChildFund is equipping Vocational/Resource Centres in Kenya with computers to give adequate opportunities for the local youth to gain hands on skills for employment opportunities. The project targets different groups of youths namely: Youths who dropped out of primary school; those who completed primary education but never joined secondary school; secondary school …
Millennium Villages Kisumu (CBO): Computer Hardware and Training
The Millennium Villages project in Kisumu is a community based organization that aims to promote an integrated approach to rural development. By improving access to clean water, sanitation and other essential infrastructure such as education, food production, basic health care, and by focusing on environmental sustainability, Millennium Villages is trying to ensure that communities living in extreme poverty have a …
VVOB Kenya: Computer Hardware and Training
VVOB is the Flemish Association for Development Cooperation and Technical Assistance, a non-profit organization contributing to the improvement of quality of the education in developing countries. This way VVOB makes a major contribution to local capacity development, a means to stimulate sustainable development and poverty reduction. VVOB is active in the medical sector in Kenya through the Kenya Medical Training …
KCB foundation computer and hardware training
Kenya Commercial Bank (KCB) Foundation: Computer Hardware and Training The KCB Foundation in partnership with CFSK in the year 2009 unveiled a three year project that was designed to promote quality teaching and learning through Information and Communication Technologies in rural secondary schools in Kenya. The initiative was intended to benefit forty seven (47) schools, one per county, in …
Safaricom Foundation :Computer Hardware and Training
Safaricom Foundation : Computer Hardware and Training: Safaricom Foundation has been collaborating with CFSK since 2006 to extend the benefits of ICT Infrastructure and Training to Schools in rural Kenya. CFSK worked closely with Computer Aid International in the sourcing and shipping of the 1, 600 computers that were deployed to 80 learning institutions for a project in 2006. The …
Deputy President William Ruto Engages with Computers for Schools Kenya
Deputy President William Ruto Engages with Computers for Schools Kenya Dr. William Ruto, Deputy President of Kenya, recently engaged with Computers for Schools Kenya (CFSK) to discuss their collaboration with the Rong’e Juu Youth Polytechnic in Taita Taveta County. CFSK has donated computers and is providing training to the polytechnic, empowering the youth with valuable digital skills. This initiative is …
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CFSK deploys ICT infrastructure to Institutions ,offers maintenance services and also offers Capacity building for educators .
Youth Empowerment
The youth are an integral part in the development of our country and we aim to train as many youths as possible so as to reduce unemployment, idleness and increase productivity among our youths.
Women Empowerment Program
The women Empowerment program is designed to teach women ICT skills ranging from basic IT, computer studies to diploma level in IT.
The Digitruck
Huawei has unveiled the second DigiTruck project, in partnership with Computer for school Kenya and a Belgium based non-profit organization Close the Gap, to provide digital skills training to rural and remote communities in Kenya. The DigiTruck is designed to deliver digital and entrepreneurial skills to remote communities through mobile digital classrooms converted from 40 feet cargo containers. The …
Internet for Schools
In partnership with Airtel, we have been able to provide and set up internet in various schools. This is towards our vision of propelling the country into digitisation by equipping the schools with the necessary infrastructure that will enable learners to leran adequately.
Exchange Program with Computadores Para Educar
The change through exchange program which involves exchanging employees with employees from similar companies from other countries hence enhancing exposure and experience levels .
Deployment of computers and Networking Devices
CFSK supplies all major brands of computers at cost-recovery basis-giving our clients’ exceptional value for money. This includes: Branded New Computers – PC Branded New Lap Tops Branded refurbished pre-owned computers Server Printers Projectors
Youth Empowerment
The youth are an integral part in the development of our country and we aim to train as many youths as possible so as to reduce unemployment, idleness and increase productivity among our youths.
Women Empowerment Program
The women Empowerment program is designed to teach women ICT skills ranging from basic IT, computer studies to diploma level in IT.
Deployment of computers .
CFSK Deploys ICT infrastructure to learning institutions and individuals ,we also offer computer maintenance ,software installations and capacity building for educators .