The Kenyan president, Uhuru Kenyatta, said in a statement that Mr. Tabichi’s success “is the story of Africa.”“You give me faith that Africa’s best days are ahead of us, and your story will light the way for future generations,” Mr. Kenyatta said. Now in its fifth year, the prize is the largest of its kind, and it has quickly become one of the most coveted and prestigious awards for teachers. The prize is given by the Varkey Foundation, whose founder, Sunny Varkey, established GEMS Education, a company that runs 55 schools in the United Arab Emirates, Egypt and Qatar. Last year, an art teacher was awarded for her work in one of the most ethnically diverse places in Britain. Her work was credited with helping students feel welcome and safe in a borough with high murder rates.

Source: New York Times March 24, 2019 16:55 UTC