Treasury Allocates Sh390 Billion to TSC for Teacher Employment.
Cabinet Secretary for the National Treasury and Economic Planning, John Mbadi, stated that the Treasury consistently allocates Sh390 billion annually to the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) for the recruitment of teachers.
He also highlighted that Sh96 billion is reserved each year for capitation covering learners in primary, junior, and senior secondary schools, aimed at securing a solid future for students.
Mbadi, addressing the 35th graduation ceremony of Migori Teacher’s Training College (TTC) as Chief Guest, commended the 648 graduates from the institution.
He acknowledged their readiness to contribute to the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC), which he described as a predictable and practical educational system. According to Mbadi, the government remains fully committed to the successful implementation of CBC across the country.
He further praised Migori TTC for ranking among the top three colleges in the recent Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) assessments. The institution boasted an impressive 96 per cent pass rate, with graduates receiving diplomas in both early childhood and primary education.
The Chief Principal of Migori TTC, John Chivile, emphasized that the newly graduated teachers had been trained to effectively handle the CBC syllabus. He described CBC as a comprehensive educational system designed to instil practical skills and innovation in learners.
Chivile encouraged more students to join the teaching profession through the college, underscoring its critical role in shaping the nation’s future.
“It is better to train and wait for government deployment because that time will come sooner than you think,” said Mbadi.
Call for Financial Support and Improved Conditions
Chivile also urged the national government and NG-CDF to provide financial support in the form of bursaries and scholarships for TTC students, many of whom face financial difficulties in paying their tuition fees.
In his address, Mbadi reiterated that as the population continues to grow, the demand for teachers will rise accordingly. He acknowledged past shortcomings in resource discipline within the education sector and stressed the importance of consistent investment to support the nation’s future.
Nyatike MP and Union of Kenya Civil Servants Secretary General Tom Odege, who accompanied Mbadi, recommended that teacher employment by TSC be based on the year of graduation.
He noted that many trained graduates are left idle despite investing significant resources in their education, which he deemed demoralising.
Odege asserted that without sufficient teachers, a country loses its foundation and called on the government to prioritise teacher employment in order to reduce the student-teacher ratio and enhance the quality of learning.
Governor’s Appeal for Better Teacher Welfare
Migori Governor Ochilo Ayacko urged the national government to improve teachers’ remuneration, arguing that better pay would make the profession more attractive and motivate educators to deliver quality instruction.
He also praised Migori TTC for producing high-calibre graduates who will soon pass on knowledge and skills to upcoming generations.
In his closing remarks, Mbadi advised graduates to remain patient as the government continues its efforts to employ teachers. He expressed optimism, saying that deployment would happen sooner than expected and reinforced the importance of persistence and preparedness in shaping future opportunities.
Treasury Allocates Sh390 Billion to TSC for Teacher Employment.
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