CS Ogamba said teachers remain central to the country’s education reforms and human capital development.

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NAIROBI, Kenya May 26 – Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to improving teacher welfare, saying the success of Kenya’s education system depends on the well-being and engagement of teachers.

Speaking during the launch of the Teacher Wellness and Engagement Research Report at the Radisson Blu Hotel Nairobi Upper Hill, Ogamba said teachers remain central to the country’s education reforms and human capital development.

The Education CS praised KNUT for undertaking research-driven initiatives that continue to shape policy discussions in the education sector, citing previous studies on Competency-Based Curriculum, summative assessment and the domiciling of Junior Secondary School learners.

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“Teachers have played a major role in the successful rollout of Competency-Based Education by adapting to new teaching approaches and managing education investments effectively,” he stated.

He specifically commended school heads for overseeing the construction and delivery of 23,000 Grade 9 classrooms within a short period in 2024.

“The education system will only thrive if the teacher is thriving financially, physically and mentally,” Ogamba said.

The CS said the government has employed 100,000 teachers over the last three years to address staffing shortages and reduce teacher workload, adding that the move has improved curriculum implementation and helped address burnout among teachers.

He also announced that the government has allocated Ksh950 million in the current financial year for teacher retooling under Competency-Based Education.

According to Ogamba, the Teachers Service Commission has also intensified teacher promotions and continuous professional development programmes to improve working conditions and career growth.

📰 Source: Capital FM Kenya