The evening rains that started falling in Funyula at around 5.00 p.m. never stopped Mwalimu Malata Benson from pursuing his mentorship agenda at Sigalame High School, the Giant of Busia County.

Despite the heavy rains, the commitment to inspire and encourage learners remained strong. The mentorship visit was made possible through an invitation by the Chief Principal, Mr. Maketso, who welcomed Mwalimu Malata Benson to greet the school's candidates and share words of wisdom with more than 400 KCSE 2026 candidates.

MORE THAN 400 CANDIDATES WITH A BIG DREAM

The candidates are ambitious and focused on achieving a KCSE 2026 mean score of 8.4.

What was particularly encouraging was the confidence demonstrated by the boys. They believe in themselves, their teachers and their collective ability to achieve their academic target.

Their ambition goes beyond merely improving their results. The candidates are determined to position Sigalame High School among the leading schools in Busia County in the 2026 KCSE examinations.

BELIEVING IN THEMSELVES

Speaking to the candidates, Mwalimu Malata Benson reminded them that great results begin with a strong belief in oneself, discipline, consistency and the willingness to work until the final examination paper is completed. The message was simple: the remaining days must count. Every lesson, every revision session, every examination and every hour spent preparing for KCSE 2026 presents an opportunity for the candidates to move closer to their target.

CHAMPIONS BEYOND THE CLASSROOM

Sigalame is not only seeking academic excellence. The school has also demonstrated its competitive spirit through co-curricular activities. The school recently emerged victorious against Friends School Kamusinga, further demonstrating the determination, teamwork and competitive character of its learners. Such achievements are a reminder that education is not confined to the classroom. Discipline, teamwork, resilience, confidence and leadership developed through co-curricular activities can also contribute to the overall growth of a learner.

THE GIANT MUST FINISH STRONG

The evening rain in Funyula may have continued falling, but it could not wash away the ambition of the Sigalame boys. With more than 400 candidates dreaming of an 8.4 KCSE 2026 mean score, a committed team of teachers and leadership under Chief Principal Mr. Maketso, the school is entering the final stretch with determination.

Sigalame High School — The Giant of Busia County — the challenge is now to turn ambition into action, action into consistency, and consistency into results.