Makini Schools Unveils Refreshed Brand Identity, Strengthening Leadership in African Education

Makini Schools will officially unveil its refreshed brand identity, marking a strategic evolution that strengthens its unified positioning and reinforces its leadership and credibility in the African education sector.

A Strategic Evolution

The rebrand reflects Makini’s continued growth, ambition, and commitment to preparing learners for a rapidly changing world, while remaining firmly anchored in its values of integrity, growth, excellence, and generosity of spirit. While the visual identity has been modernised, the name Makini Schools remains unchanged, underscoring the institution’s confidence in its heritage and enduring legacy.

At the centre of the refreshed identity is a new logo that symbolises confidence, clarity, and future-readiness. The new brand will be implemented across Makini Schools in Kenya and extended to other ADvTECH International schools across Africa, including Gaborone International School in Botswana.

Growth and Investment

The refreshed brand builds on a sustained period of growth and investment. Makini Schools recently acquired Regis School, now rebranded as Makini Schools Runda. The institution has also strengthened its holistic offering through major investment in sports, launching upgraded sports facilities at Ngong Road and Kisumu campuses after investing over KSh 100 million.

Across the institution, modern sports and academic infrastructure continues to expand alongside digital learning tools that enhance instruction. This includes ADvLEARN, an AI-enabled personalised learning platform, teacher laptops, and classroom projectors, all designed to support better teaching and stronger learner outcomes.

Commenting on the role of technology in education, Mr. Mpanza emphasised the importance of preparing learners for an evolving labour market. “Artificial intelligence will undoubtedly change the nature of work, but it will also create new pathways that demand higher-order thinking, creativity, and adaptability. Our learners must be prepared for jobs and opportunities that may not yet exist.”

A Legacy of Excellence

Founded on the principle of delivering accessible, high-quality education, Makini Schools has built a strong reputation for nurturing well-rounded learners grounded in academic excellence, discipline, and strong values. The refreshed brand identity aligns with the institution’s long-term strategic vision to strengthen its presence across Africa and enhance recognition as it continues to scale.

The announcement was made at a media roundtable held on Tuesday, February 17, where Makini leadership engaged education and business journalists in a broader discussion on the evolution of Kenya’s education system. The session highlighted the critical role private schools play in shaping national education outcomes and emphasised the need for continued collaboration between private institutions, government, educators, and other stakeholders.