Traffic Officers Bring Hope and Support to Thika School for the Visually Impaired

In a moving gesture of compassion and community service, senior officers from the National Police Service (NPS) Traffic Department on Friday, January 10, 2026, paid a goodwill visit to Thika Comprehensive School for the Visually Impaired, where they donated essential supplies and encouraged learners as they begin the new academic year.

The delegation was led by the Deputy Commandant of Traffic, Mr Kipkemoi Kirui, CP. He was accompanied by the Officer in Charge of the Northern Corridor Transit Patrol Unit, Ms Beatrice Kiraguri, CP, and the Nairobi Regional Traffic Officer, Mr Joseph Chirchir, CP. During the visit, the officers presented the school with assorted foodstuffs and toiletries aimed at supporting the daily needs of the learners.

Speaking during the visit, Mr Kirui said the initiative was part of the National Police Service’s commitment to giving back to the community.

“As a service, we believe in supporting vulnerable members of society. These children are full of potential, and our visit today is a reminder that they are not alone,” he said.

Thika Comprehensive School for the Visually Impaired currently serves 424 learners drawn from across Kenya and the wider East African region. The institution focuses on nurturing independence and self-reliance through a broad curriculum that includes age-based programmes such as Early Childhood Development Education (ECDE), Primary and Junior School. It also offers stage-based learning through Foundation, Intermediate, and Pre-Vocational programmes.

In addition, the school equips learners with specialised skills including Braille literacy, Orientation and Mobility, Information and Communication Technology (ICT), as well as Guidance and Counselling.

Receiving the donations, the school’s Head Teacher, Mrs Penina Mutuku, expressed deep appreciation for the officers’ visit, describing it as both timely and uplifting.

“This act of kindness has greatly encouraged our learners and staff. It gives our pupils motivation and confidence as they start the academic year, knowing they are valued and supported by the wider community,” she said.

Mrs Mutuku added that such engagements play a crucial role in shaping the learners’ self-esteem and outlook on life.

The visit underscored the National Police Service’s broader role in community engagement beyond law enforcement, promoting shared responsibility and social support.

Also in attendance were the Thika West Sub-County Commander, Mr Lawrence Muchangi, SSP and the Kiambu County Traffic Enforcement Officer, Ms Martha Gitau, SP, alongside other officers.

Representing the school were the Deputy Head Teacher, Mr Benard Kiplimo; Senior Teacher, Mr John Musau; and the School Chaplain, Ms Enasy Gitonga, who all welcomed the delegation and joined in thanking the officers for their support.