KUPPET Blames Education CS Machogu for JSS Troubles, Calls for his Removal
The Trans Nzoia branch of the Kenya Union of Post Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET ) has expressed dissatisfaction with Cabinet Secretary Ezekiel Machogu‘s handling of the Education docket, calling for his removal.
The branch secretary, Furaha Lusweti, attributed the current difficulties faced by educational staff to Machogu’s management and urged President William Ruto to consider a ministry reshuffle.
Lusweti reported growing concerns about Kenya’s education system, emphasizing that it faces significant challenges requiring immediate attention.
“There are growing concerns surrounding Kenya’s education system. The sector faces significant challenges that demand urgent attention,” said Lusweti.
He pointed to issues stemming from the newly implemented Junior Secondary School (JSS) programme. Lusweti explained that the integration of JSS into primary schools has led to a critical shortage of resources.
The primary issues identified by Lusweti include:
- Inadequate classrooms
- Lack of laboratories and workshops
- Insufficient number of teachers
Lusweti highlighted that the placement of JSS in primary schools without adequate facilities has left students in a precarious situation that threatens their future prospects.
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He expressed concern that assigning only two JSS interns to teach 12 subjects with limited resources is an overwhelming task, potentially compromising the quality of education for Grade 7 and 8 students.
Lusweti concluded that if these challenges persist, an entire generation of students could be adversely affected.
KUPPET Blames Education CS Machogu for JSS Troubles, Calls for his Removal
