Deputy President Kindiki Calls for Urgent Education Reforms.
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has emphasized the need for immediate reforms in Kenya’s education system to align graduates with the demands of the global job market.
During a high-level meeting with Ministry of Education leaders, Kindiki outlined three critical priorities for the education sector: improved access, affordability, and quality across all levels of learning.
He noted that the current system requires significant adjustments to ensure graduates are adequately prepared for a rapidly evolving world.
The Presidential Working Party on Education Reform, convened in Karen, recommended enhancing the Competence-Based Curriculum (CBC) to match global trends in education and skills development.
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The team also highlighted the need for increased funding for Technical, Vocational, and University Education to enable all Kenyans to contribute meaningfully to the nation’s growth.
Adapting to Global Trends
Kindiki asserted that the CBC should evolve to address future trends in pedagogy and human capital development. He stressed the importance of ensuring that the education system produces graduates equipped to navigate the challenges of the global marketplace effectively.
“The CBC must respond to future global trends in pedagogy and human capital development,” Kindiki said.
The meeting was attended by key education leaders, including Cabinet Secretary Julius Migos Ogamba, alongside Permanent Secretaries Dr. Belio Kipsang (Basic Education), Dr. Beatrice Inyangala (Higher Education and Research), and Dr. Esther Muoria (TVET), among others.
The push for reforms comes amid increasing concerns over the education system’s ability to prepare students for the workforce. Stakeholders have expressed worries that the current curriculum does not adequately address the skills needed for Kenya’s economic development.
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Recommendations at a Glance
- Strengthening the CBC to align with global trends.
- Increasing funding for technical, vocational, and university education.
- Focusing on access, affordability, and quality at all levels.
The proposed changes aim to ensure Kenya’s education system remains relevant in a competitive global environment.
Deputy President Kindiki Calls for Urgent Education Reforms.
