A Kenyan teacher is aiming to set a new Guinness world record for the longest science lesson taught by an individual.
Tata Wekesa, a biology and chemistry teacher in Nairobi, will start her marathon lesson on Tuesday, February 13, 2024, at Multimedia University in Kenya.
She plans to teach for more than 50 hours, covering topics such as atomic structure, chemical reactions, genetics, and ecology. She will use various experiments, demonstrations, and interactive activities to engage her students and audience.
“In this attempt I will be teaching Science for a minimum of 50hours from 13th February, 2024 to 16th February, 2024,” she shared on her Facebook page.
Wekesa has received support from various individuals and organizations, including former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko, who donated KES 100,000 to her cause. Sonko said he was proud of Wekesa, who had taught his daughter Sandra, who is now studying in London.
“This is a noble and admirable initiative that deserves our full backing,” Sonko said. “She is doing this purely to inspire and promote science education and is not being paid to do so. I urge you, my friends, to support our very own. Her win is our win.”
Wekesa’s attempt will be monitored and verified by Guinness World Records officials, who will check the quality and continuity of her lesson.
