- The government promises school funds before the new term begins
- The president says the education budget is intact
- 100,000 teachers hired and thousands of classrooms built
- Politicians warned against using education for politics
President William Ruto has assured parents that no child will be locked out of school when the new academic year begins in January. He said the government has already put measures in place to ensure schools receive funds on time.
Speaking during a church service at Covenant Church International in Rotian, Narok County, the President said every learner moving to senior school will be accommodated without interruption.
“We have made proper arrangements for schooling next year. No child will miss the chance to join senior school in January,” Ruto said.
The President said the government has made major investments to fix challenges that affected the rollout of Competency-Based Education and Training.
Since 2023, the government has hired 100,000 teachers, constructed 23,000 classrooms, and is finalising 1,600 laboratories expected to be ready by March 2026.
According to Ruto, these steps are meant to improve learning conditions and ensure schools are fully prepared.
Ruto cautioned leaders against dragging children’s education into political fights. He dismissed claims that the education budget had been reduced, insisting the reports were false.
He challenged his political rivals to focus on their past performance and plans instead of spreading misinformation.
Beyond education, the President spoke about wider government programmes aimed at growing the economy. These include the creation of the National Infrastructure Fund and the Sovereign Wealth Fund to support long-term development.
He also reaffirmed the government’s commitment to Universal Health Coverage through the Social Health Authority.
In Narok, Ruto announced several key interventions. These include the handover of the Mau Forest title deed to the county government and the return of 10,000 acres of Kedong land to residents.
He also revealed plans to develop an international airport in the region.
The government has allocated: KSh1.5 billion for electricity connections, KSh1.5 billion for 14 modern markets, KSh6 billion for affordable housing, and KSh2.5 billion for student hostels to serve 5,000 learners
Governor Ken Lusaka praised the President’s development agenda, saying Kenya is witnessing a major transformation. Governor Gladys Wanga and Narok Senator Ledama ole Kina said they will continue working with the Kenya Kwanza administration under a broad-based leadership to deliver inclusive development.
