By Angela Kibara
More than 4,000 teachers from Malava Constituency in Kakamega County gathered at Tande Secondary School on Tuesday for a dialogue on the future of education.
Prime CS Musalia Mudavadi, in a social media post, described the forum as a platform for open and forward-thinking discussion on the state of the sector and the direction it must take.
Mudavadi highlighted the importance of a collaborative approach to education reform. “This remarkable forum offered a rare opportunity for open, honest, and forward-looking discussions,” he stated.
“Together, we reflected on our journey, where we’ve come from, where we stand today, and the direction we must take to strengthen our education system for generations to come,” he added.
In the post, Mudavadi further explained that the conversation explored key reforms and new policies. Participants shared insights and practical strategies for tackling various challenges affecting teachers, learners, and the broader school ecosystem. This dialogue underscored a shared commitment to improving learning environments and student outcomes.
Speaking at the forum, Principal Secretary Dr. Raymond Omollo from the Ministry of Interior and National Administration reinforced this commitment. He emphasized that the government’s dedication to advancing the quality of education aligns with the bold steps taken by President William Ruto’s administration, including a renewed focus on the welfare of both educators and students.
Mudavadi’s post also detailed some of the government’s key initiatives, including the substantial Ksh 702 billion allocated to the education sector by Parliament. This funding, which is the largest share of the national budget, aims to support priorities such as the employment of an additional 20,000 teachers and the promotion of existing staff.
Adding to these commitments, Principal Secretary for Basic Education, Prof. Julius Bitok, announced that the government is undertaking a comprehensive review of the teachers’ medical insurance scheme.
The event brought together a wide array of leaders, including Principal Secretary Prof. Julius Bitok (Basic Education), MPs Fred Ikana (Shinyalu) and Beatrice Adagala (Vihiga), along with several other leaders from national and county governments. Their collective presence highlighted the broad-based support for the dialogue and the shared vision for a more robust education system in the region.