Kenya Primary Schools Headteachers Association (KEPSHA) National Chairman Johnson Nzioka(L) with KNUT Deputy Secretary General Hezbon Otieno Agola during pre – conference breakfast 2022. [Wilberforce Okwiri,Standard]
The National Chairperson of the Kenya Primary Schools Headteachers Association (KEPSHA) Johnson Nzioka has passed on.
Nzioka succumbed to injuries after he was involved in a road crash in Athi River on Sunday afternoon according to the association.
Nzioka who doubles as the Headteacher at Donholm Primary School in Nairobi is a seasoned educationist and has nearly two decades of experience as a headteacher in various schools across Nairobi.
Nzioka has dedicated his career to shaping the future of primary education in the country leading over 24,000 primary heads across the country and more than 8 million learners.
He pursued higher learning to refine his expertise. He holds a High Diploma in Education Management from the Kenya Education Management Institute (KEMI), which he obtained in July 2013, and a Bachelor of Education Arts degree from the East African University, graduating on December 5, 2017. His academic background, complemented by other professional training in educational matters, has equipped him with the knowledge and skills necessary to lead and innovate in the sector.
Beyond his teaching duties, Nzioka has been an active contributor to co-curricular activities. His leadership in sports administration has seen him rise from a Sub-County Chairman of the Kenya Primary Schools Sports Association to the National Vice-Chairperson of the same organization in 2015. Additionally, he serves as the Organizing Secretary of the Federation of East African Primary Schools Headteachers, further cementing his influence in the region’s education sector.
Nzioka took over as KEPSHA’s Acting National Chairperson following the retirement of Nicholas Gathemia on March 3, 2021. In his acceptance speech during a ceremony held at a Nairobi hotel, he reaffirmed his commitment to servant leadership.
“I promise to lead with dialogue and negotiation, ensuring that our members are empowered to nurture education across primary schools in the country,” he stated.
He also expressed gratitude to his predecessors, acknowledging their contributions to KEPSHA’s growth.“My acceptance speech will not be complete if I fail to thank the outgoing chairman. He has done tremendous work during his tenure. I also wish to thank the founding members of the association. I promise to continue with their ideas at the conception of the association,” he added.
Under his leadership, KEPSHA remains steadfast in its mission to enhance primary education standards, advocate for headteachers’ welfare, and foster partnerships that benefit educators and learners alike.
