Mukutani Sub-county, Baringo County, Kenya
ISAIlchamus Student Association

Mukutani Subcounty, Baringo County

One voice for Ilchamus students.

ISA brings together students from Mukutani Sub-county (Ilchamus Ward and Mukutani Ward) to push for education, fair bursaries and student welfare, and to carry what we learn back to our community.

Seven ISA students in graduation caps and smart clothes posing together in a studio
0Registered members
Ksh 150Registration fee per the constitution
MukutaniOur home sub-county in Baringo
YearlyLeaders elected by members

Who we are

A student voice rooted in Mukutani

The Ilchamus Student Association (ISA) is the association of Ilchamus students from Mukutani Sub-county in Baringo County, which covers Ilchamus Ward and Mukutani Ward. We exist to serve our community by improving access to education, supporting students in need and building a culture of accountability.

ISA is governed by the ISA Executive, which members elect every year. Our work is education-centred and open to every student, regardless of politics, religion, gender or clan.

Read our governance

Educational campaigns

Visiting schools across Mukutani to encourage students to stay in school and aim higher.

Open books

Decisions and finances are reported to members openly.

Cultural advocacy

Celebrating Ilchamus heritage while speaking up against practices that hold students back.

Open to every eligible student

Open to any Ilchamus student from Mukutani Sub-county at a university, college or TVET institution, whatever their background.

At a glance

Our aims and objectives

Taken directly from Article Five of the ISA Constitution: Objects and Powers.

  • Youth empowerment

    Promote youth empowerment in the Ilchamus community.

  • Good governance

    Promote good governance and leadership in our area of jurisdiction.

  • Land and sustainable development

    Promote proper land policies: resource management, equitable distribution and environmental conservation.

  • Educational opportunities

    Awareness and motivation campaigns with county education stakeholders, and advocacy against FGM and early girl-child marriage.

  • HIV/AIDS and drug abuse sensitisation

    Workshops, seminars, dramas, and members volunteering for Voluntary Counselling and Testing (VCT).

  • Cultural preservation

    Discourage retrogressive cultural practices while promoting progressive Ilchamus culture.

Leadership

ISA Executive

The ISA Executive is the governing body of the association. Members elect its officials to serve a one-year term.

Emmanuel Megiri, ISA Chairperson
Chairperson

Emmanuel Megiri

Elected position

Valentine Matilo, ISA Vice Chairperson
Vice Chairperson

Valentine Matilo

Elected position

Dennis Olekikenyi, ISA Secretary
Secretary

Dennis Olekikenyi

Elected position

Florah Ngiruach, ISA Treasurer
Treasurer

Florah Ngiruach

Elected position

Fabian Lesiambui, ISA Organizing Secretary
Organizing Secretary

Fabian Lesiambui

Elected position

Victor Merige, ISA Coordinator
Coordinator

Victor Merige

Elected position

Regional Representatives

10 slots

Appointed by the Executive

Noah Lekoromo, ISA Prayer Coordinator
Prayer Coordinator

Noah Lekoromo

Elected position

ISA events

Major association events and gatherings.

Date to be announced
Regional meeting

ISA Mukutani Regional Meeting

Registration drive and briefing for all Ilchamus students in Mukutani. Venue to be confirmed.

Open to members
Date to be announced
Mentorship

Secondary Schools Mentorship Day

ISA members visit secondary schools with career talks, scholarship information and advice on life after school.

Volunteers welcome
Date to be announced
Mentorship

Tertiary and University Mentorship Forum

A panel with Ilchamus professionals and ISA alumni, open to all tertiary and university students.

Open to all
Date to be announced
Cultural

ISA Anniversary and Education Support Fundraiser

An annual gathering with culture, awards and fundraising for student education.

Fundraiser
Date to be announced
Prayers

ISA Annual Prayers

A yearly gathering for members to pray together for the association and its students.

Open to members

More events are being planned and will be communicated to members.

Join ISA

Fill in the registration form. Your application is sent to the ISA Executive, who review it and contact you.

Who can join: any Ilchamus student from Mukutani Sub-county (Ilchamus Ward or Mukutani Ward) studying for a degree, diploma or certificate at a university, tertiary college or vocational institution.

  • Attend, speak and vote at general meetings
  • Stand for office in the association
  • Take part in all ISA activities and events
  • Membership card once you pay the registration fee

How to join ISA

  1. Check you are eligible. You must be a student at an institution of higher learning from the Ilchamus community, with a Kenyan ID or passport.
  2. Fill in the registration form with your name, phone number, institution, year of study and ward.
  3. Wait for approval. The Executive Committee approves each application.
  4. Pay the registration fee (Ksh 150 per the constitution) and receive your membership card.
Open the registration form

Transparency and accountability

ISA is guided by its constitution and by the ISA Executive that members elect.

Constitution

The supreme governing document of the association. Head office: Marigat Town, Baringo County. Area of jurisdiction: Baringo County.

Membership

Open to any student at an institution of higher learning from the Ilchamus community, holding a Kenyan ID or passport. Registration fee: Ksh 150.

Annual General Meeting

Held every 30 December at the headquarters in Marigat, electing office bearers and reviewing accounts.

ISA Executive

The Chairperson, Secretary, Treasurer, Organizing Secretary, Coordinator, Prayer Coordinator, and 10 Regional Representatives appointed by the Executive.

Contact ISA

Message the Chairperson or the Secretary directly on WhatsApp about student welfare and general matters.

Chairperson: WhatsApp 0725 219495

Secretary: WhatsApp 0790 360081

Facebook: Ilchamus Students Association – ISA platform

Email: ilchamusstudentsassociation@gmail.com