President William Ruto has once again taken a tough stance on the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC), this time directly addressing Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba and Tinderet MP Julius Melly in front of a gathering of teachers.
Speaking at a teachers’ event, the President questioned the delay in presenting the sessional paper on CBC to Parliament.
The document, which is expected to guide the full implementation of the curriculum, has been a matter of debate for years as parents, teachers, and lawmakers push for clarity on how it will shape Kenya’s education system.
The President turned to Julius and Melly, who chairs the Parliamentary Committee on Education, demanding to know why the paper had not yet been tabled.
His tone showed the frustration of many Kenyans who feel that despite years of discussion, the government has not provided a clear roadmap on the future of CBC. Teachers at the event cheered as the President pressed both leaders to act without further delays.
The sessional paper is expected to address key issues such as teacher training, funding, infrastructure, and the overall framework of assessments under CBC.
Many educators have argued that while the curriculum promotes practical learning, its rollout has been uneven, leaving teachers and parents confused.
President Ruto emphasized that his administration will not allow the matter to drag on any longer.
He insisted that the Ministry of Education and Parliament must work together to finalize the document so that the country can move forward with certainty.
For teachers, the President’s remarks came as a relief, as they have often voiced concerns over inadequate support in handling the new system.
Parents, too, have been waiting for clear policy direction to understand how CBC will impact their children’s progression through school.
By Kenyans