Moi Forces Academy-Lanet Becomes First Girls’ School to Offer Aviation Technology.
Moi Forces Academy-Lanet has made history by becoming the first national girls’ school in Kenya to offer Aviation Technology, marking a transformative shift in technical education and expanding opportunities for young women. This development places the institution among a select group of schools that have embraced aviation studies.
Previously, only institutions such as Starehe Boys’ Centre and Mang’u High School—both renowned for their technical education legacy—had incorporated Aviation Technology, but exclusively for male students. Moi Forces Academy-Lanet’s inclusion of the subject signifies a major step toward bridging gender gaps in STEM education.
This initiative aligns with Kenya’s ongoing transition to the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC), replacing the traditional 8-4-4 system. The Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development (KICD) has listed Aviation Technology as one of the 40 new subjects to be introduced under the Senior Secondary School (SSS) structure.
Starting in 2026, learners in Grade 10 will select subjects based on personal interests and career ambitions, with a strong focus on STEM fields.
On May 10, 2025, the school hosted a colourful launch ceremony under the theme “Demystifying Aviation,” where over 50 students were introduced to the subject.
A fully operational training aircraft was unveiled, offering learners both theoretical instruction and hands-on experience in aeronautical engineering, aviation security, and air traffic control.
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Lieutenant General David Tarus, Commander of the Kenya Army and Chairperson of the school’s Board of Management, stated that the move would significantly boost learners’ technological competence as the CBC framework takes hold in senior secondary education. He described the subject as a gateway to impactful careers in aviation.
Major General Fatuma Ahmed, Commander of the Kenya Air Force, highlighted the broader social value of introducing such specialised skills to girls.
She emphasized that equipping young women with aviation knowledge helps prepare them to enter a highly specialised field, encouraging more inclusive participation in STEM careers. She added that this bold initiative by Moi Forces Academy-Lanet could motivate other institutions to follow suit.
Chief Principal Mary Njogu expressed gratitude to the Kenya Defence Forces for their continued partnership in bringing the program to life. She acknowledged that the subject is already motivating students and guiding them toward promising futures in aviation.
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Njogu noted the initiative’s alignment with CBC’s career-pathway approach and its role in reshaping societal perceptions about women’s roles in technical fields. She said that including girls in aviation will dismantle outdated stereotypes and contribute to a more dynamic and inclusive workforce.
The excitement was tangible among students, one of whom expressed that inspecting the aircraft made her dream of becoming a pilot feel attainable. She said this marked the beginning of a new chapter for girls aiming to soar in aviation.
Moi Forces Academy-Lanet Becomes First Girls’ School to Offer Aviation Technology.
