Kenya’s education system could soon introduce a new subject dedicated to patriotism and national values if Parliament approves sweeping amendments contained in the Education Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2025.
The proposal, tabled in the National Assembly by Suba South MP Caroli Omondi on February 13, calls for the inclusion of “Nationhood Science” across all levels of learning under the Competency‑Based Education (CBE) framework.
The Bill seeks to amend key statutes including the Basic Education Act, the Technical and Vocational Education and Training Act, the Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development Act, and the Universities Act to formally embed the new subject.
MP Omondi argues that the move will actualise Article 10 of the Constitution, which obliges citizens and state organs to uphold national values such as patriotism, unity, democracy, inclusivity, integrity, and accountability.
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In his memorandum, Omondi explained that the subject would cultivate a national ethos while promoting innovation, entrepreneurship, and responsible citizenship.
“The national ethos, innovation, entrepreneurship and various responsibilities of citizenship, such as the duty to promote harmonious living with other citizens, paying taxes and contributing to national development, collectively constitute Nationhood Science,” he stated.
The proposed subject aligns with the philosophy of Competency‑Based Education, particularly its Community Service Learning component, which emphasizes ethical grounding and social responsibility alongside skills development.
The eight core values of CBE; love, responsibility, respect, unity, peace, patriotism, social justice, and integrity, are directly derived from Article 10 and would be reinforced through Nationhood Science.
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According to the Bill, learners would be guided to appreciate their role within the wider community, preparing them to become accountable citizens and future leaders. The curriculum would ensure that education remains connected to society by instilling values that shape virtuous citizens. Omondi urged MPs to pass the amendments, noting that Parliament has a duty to actualise the vision of the framers of the Constitution, who sought to build a society anchored on honesty, integrity, and unity.
While the Bill proposes embedding Nationhood Science into the education framework from early childhood through to university, it does not designate the subject as compulsory. This leaves room for further debate on how it will be implemented within the existing curriculum structure. If adopted, the amendments would go a long way in Kenya’s education reforms.
By Masaki Enock
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