By John Kariuki
In a significant show of commitment to enhancing school feeding programs, Hon. Eng. Kiragu, Member of Parliament for Limuru, hosted Hon. Benard Kitur, Member of Parliament for Nandi Hills, at Kamandura Comprehensive School. The visit focused on the logistics and operations of the Limuru Tap to Eat feeding program, whose Mega Kitchen has been instrumental in ensuring that no child in Limuru learns on an empty stomach.
Hon. Kitur had the opportunity to witness firsthand how the program prepares and distributes meals to various schools before lunchtime. This initiative, which serves over 15,000 pupils, ensures that students receive nutritious hot meals at an affordable cost—15 shillings per day, 75 shillings per week, 300 shillings per month, and 2,700 shillings per term. Additionally, the program supports 10% of the student population in each school by providing meals for free, ensuring inclusivity and support for vulnerable children.
During his visit, Hon. Kitur also actively participated in serving lunch to the pupils of Kamandura Comprehensive School. Sharing a meal with the children, he experienced the profound impact the feeding program has on their well-being, concentration, and overall academic performance.
The Limuru Tap to Eat Mega Kitchen has been recognized as the best among the 25 kitchens where similar feeding programs have been established. Its efficiency, affordability, and sustainability make it a model for other constituencies looking to implement structured feeding programs in schools.
Hon. Eng. Kiragu reaffirmed his commitment to ensuring that no child in Limuru has to study on an empty stomach. He also extended an open invitation to leaders from across the country to learn from Limuru’s success, with the goal of replicating the initiative in other regions.
With programs like these, the future of Kenyan children remains brighter, healthier, and more promising.