Huawei has hosted a Smart Classroom Workshop at its Nairobi premises, showcasing how digital solutions can transform teaching and learning in underserved communities.
The workshop brought together representatives from 20 Muslim schools across Kenya who are exploring the adoption of the Huawei Smart Classroom Solution, a digital education platform designed to enhance interactivity, accessibility, and learning outcomes through technology.
Huawei’s Public Affairs Director Maureen Mwaniki said the company believes technology should be an equaliser.
According to her, the workshop featured interactive demonstrations, school engagement sessions, and collaborative discussions.
She said attendees experienced hands-on use of the Smart Classroom tools and explored how to effectively integrate digital learning environments into their institutions.
“Our Smart Classroom Solution is designed not just to digitise education, but to democratise it, ensuring students from all backgrounds, including underserved communities, have access to world-class learning environments,” Ms Mwaniki said.
The workshop was a partnership with Hiperdist, KCB Foundation, and Digion/Smatrace Solutions Ltd.
A key moment during the event was the announcement that Steadfast Academy has committed to implementing the Huawei Smart Classroom Solution and will serve as a reference school, setting an example for others seeking to adopt similar digital learning infrastructure.
According to Ms Mwaniki, the launch of the Smart Classroom solution aligns with Huawei’s commitment to deploying innovative technologies that connect people and make technology an enabler of productivity.
“In doing so, we contribute to key Sustainable Development Goals, including enhanced connectivity, innovation in education, and equitable access,” she said, adding, “This ensures that students from all corners of the country have an equal opportunity to thrive and prosper, because access to quality education is a core driver of success.”
KCB’s SME Specialist and Relationship Manager for SMEs and Learning institutes, Virginia Mwang,i said the bank is committed to supporting inclusive, future-focused education.
“This partnership with Huawei reflects our shared goal of equipping schools with the tools and skills necessary to prepare students for a digital economy,” she said.
While underscoring KCB’s commitment to leveraging technology as a catalyst for change, Ms Mwangi said, “We are passionate about the transformative power of technology in revolutionising key aspects of our lives, especially education. By embracing innovation, we aim to unlock new opportunities, bridge gaps, and empower the next generation to thrive in a digital future.”
The workshop is part of Huawei’s wider efforts to foster digital inclusion in Kenya’s education sector.
Earlier this year, Huawei, in collaboration with UNESCO and Kenyan government partners, announced the successful completion of Phase II of the Kenya DigiSchool Connectivity Project.
This milestone brought high-speed internet access to 21 schools, including six institutions for learners with special needs, such as Machakos Primary School for the Deaf.
Aligned with Kenya’s Digital Superhighway Agenda, the project ensures no learner is left behind, directly benefiting over 10,000 students, and building on Phase I, which reached 6,000 learners across 13 schools.
Key benefits of the initiative include access to video-conferencing tools and online learning platforms, enhanced support from the Kenya Institute of Special Education, improved learning outcomes for children with disabilities and digital tools and expert support for teachers and administrators.
