President William Ruto has set December 2026 as the timeline for hiring another 20,000 teachers, promising a major boost to staffing levels in public schools.
The planned recruitment will increase the number of teachers employed by his administration to 120,000, following the hiring of 100,000 since he took office.
Ruto made the announcement on Thursday while addressing school heads during the KECSHA Annual General Meeting and Conference in Mombasa.
In a statement shared on his official X account, the Head of State said the Government was prioritising investment in human resources, infrastructure and school management to improve the country's education system.
He said the additional teachers would complement other interventions aimed at creating a supportive learning environment and preparing learners for emerging opportunities.
The President also pointed to the construction of 23,000 classrooms, saying the investment was intended to ease pressure on existing facilities and provide adequate space for learners.
Government outlines education reforms
On school financing, Ruto said the Government had strengthened funding arrangements and was working towards ensuring institutions receive their allocations on time.
He further cited the integration of primary and junior schools under a unified comprehensive school management structure as part of efforts to improve administration and the utilisation of available resources.
The Government, he added, was also investing in teachers' promotions, career advancement and welfare, recognising their contribution to the delivery of quality education.
Ruto said the broader reforms were aimed at developing an education system that produces learners with practical competencies, creativity and problem-solving skills necessary to navigate an evolving world.
His announcement comes amid sustained calls from education stakeholders for increased teacher recruitment to address shortages in public institutions, particularly following the expansion of basic education under the Competency-Based Education (CBE) framework.
During the conference, TSC Chairman Jamleck Muturi said the Commission remained committed to supporting teachers through professional development, improved welfare and the maintenance of high professional standards.
He also urged school heads to provide effective leadership and create institutions where excellence and learners' welfare remain central to education delivery.
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