Kwale County Director of Education Ahmed Abdi has appealed to parents and guardians to take extra care of their children as national examinations commence across the country.
Speaking at the Kwale County headquarters in Matuga Sub-county during an inspection tour of examination centres, Abdi confirmed that the exams had kicked off smoothly without any major incidents.
“We have started well. There are no reported cases of sickness, pregnancies, or absenteeism so far. However, we are urging parents to monitor their children during this critical examination period closely,” said Abdi.
He emphasised that parental guidance and emotional support play a key role in ensuring candidates remain focused and confident throughout the exam period.
Abdi also called on parents to create a peaceful home environment and ensure their children get adequate rest and nutrition.
Kwale County, he noted, has in previous years recorded cases of candidates sitting for examinations while pregnant.
However, the number of such cases has significantly dropped due to intensified community sensitisation and government interventions promoting girls’ education.
“We appreciate the efforts made by teachers, local administrators, and community leaders in encouraging girls to remain in school. The decline in early pregnancies is a clear sign that awareness campaigns and mentorship programs are bearing fruit,” he added.
According to Abdi, a total of 55,690 learners are sitting for various assessments across the county.
READ ALSO:
Recovering and excelling in KNEC exams: Smart revision and resilience after setbacks
These include candidates for the Kenya Primary School Education Assessment (KPSEA), the Kenya Junior School Education Assessment (KJSEA), and the Kenya Pre-Vocational Level Education Assessment.
He assured the public that adequate security measures had been put in place to safeguard the integrity of the exams and ensure a conducive environment for all learners.
Abdi said the exams have been distributed transparently and securely, and all invigilators and supervisors have been briefed on maintaining integrity and fairness.
The education director noted that for the first time, examinations in the region are not being supervised by police officers.
He explained that the decision was made to create a more relaxed and conducive atmosphere for young learners sitting their assessments.
Abdi further encouraged the community to support the education sector, noting that academic success is a collective responsibility involving parents, teachers, and the wider society.
By Mwajabe Omar
You can also follow our social media pages on Twitter: Education News KE and Facebook: Education News Newspaper for timely updates.
>>> Click here to stay up-to-date with trending regional stories
>>> Click here to read more informed opinions on the country’s education landscape
