As Kenya marked its 63rd Madaraka Day celebrations, education emerged as one of the country’s most significant achievements since attaining self-governance.
Speaking during the Madaraka Day Thematic Session III in Wajir County ahead of the June 1, 2026 national celebrations, Principal Secretary for Higher Education and Research, Dr. Beatrice Inyangala, said the country has made remarkable progress in transforming its higher education sector under President William Ruto’s administration.
Dr. Inyangala noted that the nation was not only celebrating its courage, resilience, and determination but also the strides made in education through a series of reforms implemented over the past four years.
“It has been four years of transformative education reforms, and we are pleased that the impact of our bold decisions can be seen and felt across the country. Record enrolment, expanded access to higher education, the new university funding model, globally competitive universities, and groundbreaking innovations have all stood out as pillars of transforming our education sector and shaping the nation’s future,” she said.
The PS emphasized that higher education remains a critical driver of opportunity, transformation, innovation, and shared prosperity in Kenya.
During the thematic session, Dr. Inyangala led a panel of education stakeholders in discussions on the future of education, focusing on how learning, innovation, and emerging opportunities can be harnessed to shape the country’s development agenda.
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She lauded the thematic forum for providing an opportunity for education stakeholders to evaluate progress, review ongoing engagements, and align strategies aimed at strengthening the sector.
In a separate engagement, Dr. Inyangala participated in the eighth edition of the Elimu Mashinani programme alongside Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Migos Ogamba, Basic Education Principal Secretary Julius Bitok, and TVET Principal Secretary Esther Muoria.
The programme provided a platform for education stakeholders and members of the public to discuss key issues affecting the education sector, ongoing reforms, and government priorities.
Dr. Inyangala called for increased investment in education programmes to further improve university enrolment and access to higher education across the country.
She also conveyed her condolences following the tragic fire incident at Tumaini Girls School, which claimed the lives of 16 students. She stressed the need for collective responsibility in nurturing and guiding learners.
“It is painful to lose such young lives. As a society, we must work together to raise our children and instill values that will help them become responsible citizens. Whether at school or at home, each of us has a role to play in nurturing our children. Parents and teachers must work collaboratively and professionally to ensure discipline and safeguard the welfare of learners,” she said.
Dr. Inyangala concluded by emphasizing that strong collaboration between parents, teachers, and the wider community remains essential in promoting discipline, character development, and the overall well-being of students.
By Wakhungu Andanje
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