Serena Williams' Kenyan Schools Still Operating

Serena Williams, the tennis legend, funded two secondary schools in rural Kenya in 2007 and 2010. Both institutions continue to operate as part of Kenya’s public education system, according to Build African Schools.

The first school, Matooni Serena Williams Secondary School, opened in 2007 in the Makueni region. It was built under the Build African Schools initiative, in partnership with HP. The school was expected to welcome its first students in January 2009.

In 2010, Williams opened Wee Serena Williams Secondary School in the same region. The school included a computer laboratory funded by HP. The initiative aimed to provide secondary education to children in rural areas and introduce digital tools to classrooms.

Build African Schools states that both schools remain open and are managed by community boards with support from Kenya’s Ministry of Education. The organization’s website confirms the schools are part of the national education system.

The schools were part of Williams’ broader effort to expand educational access in Africa. She partnered with HP to provide technology and training, linking her public profile to local efforts to improve education.

The continued operation of the schools highlights the long-term impact of educational infrastructure. Both institutions remain available for students, offering a lasting legacy of the initial projects.