Relief as Kimuchul Secondary Students Get Long-Awaited 80-Bed Dormitory Thanks to Finlays Community Trust

Relief as Kimuchul Secondary Students Get Long-Awaited 80-Bed Dormitory Thanks to Finlays Community Trust

  • KSh 7.44 million dormitory brings relief to learners facing years of inadequate boarding facilities in Bomet East

Bomet County, Kenya – March 27, 2026 – Students at Kimuchul Secondary School in Chemaner Ward, Bomet East Sub-County, can now enjoy safer and more comfortable boarding, following the commissioning of a new 80-bed dormitory by the Finlays Community Trust. Built at a cost of KSh 7.44 million, the dormitory provides a spacious, dignified, and conducive environment for students to rest, study, and thrive academically.

The modern facility features 20 well-designed cubes, each accommodating two double-decker beds, with provision for reading stations and wardrobes—creating an environment that supports both learning and personal well-being.

The commissioning ceremony was graced by Hon. Linet Chepkorir, Woman Representative, Bomet County, who highlighted the importance of strategic partnerships in education.

“I am honoured to preside over the commissioning of this dormitory at Kimuchul Secondary School. This investment by Browns Plantations Kenya marks a significant step forward in improving students’ welfare and learning environment and clearly demonstrates what strong partnerships can achieve for our community’s future. I commend Browns Plantations Kenya for partnering with us to close critical infrastructure gaps and create a more enabling environment for our children to succeed,” she said.

For years, Kimuchul Secondary School had struggled with limited and substandard boarding facilities, affecting student comfort, safety, and academic focus. The new dormitory directly addresses these challenges, offering students a supportive and conducive space for both rest and learning.

This project comes just two weeks after Browns Plantations Kenya commissioned a 720-seat dining hall at Toror Girls Secondary School in Kericho, benefiting over 278 students—highlighting the accelerated investment in education infrastructure across the South Rift region.

The Kimuchul dormitory is part of the Finlays Community Trust’s broader programme supporting 81 community development projects, spanning education, health, water, and infrastructure. These include:

  • 18 classrooms and 20 science laboratories
  • 14 libraries and 5 dormitories
  • 10 institutional facilities, including dining halls and resource centres
  • Investments in health facilities, water projects, roads, and security infrastructure

Speaking during the event, Mr. Sammy Kirui, General Manager, Corporate Affairs at Browns Plantations Kenya and Secretary to the Finlays Community Trust, reaffirmed the organization’s commitment to community development:

“We believe that every child deserves a safe and supportive environment to learn and thrive. Investments like this dormitory are part of our long-term commitment to empowering communities through education and creating lasting impact where it matters most.”

By addressing critical infrastructure gaps, the Finlays Community Trust continues to play a pivotal role in improving access to quality education, enhancing student dignity, and creating opportunities for future generations in Bomet and beyond.

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About the Finlays Community Trust

The Finlays Community Trust is an independent charitable trust that empowers communities and nurtures sustainable growth in Kericho and Bomet counties. Funded by Browns Plantations Kenya and Finlays Extracts Kenya Limited, the Trust works collaboratively with communities to support projects with meaningful and long-term impact, including investments in education, health, water, infrastructure, and disaster response initiatives.

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