President William Ruto has reiterated that police officers will no longer be involved in the management of national examinations, asserting that tests should be treated as part of the learning process — not as security operations.
Speaking on Friday, January 23, the Head of State said the move aligns with ongoing education reforms under the Competency Based Education (CBE) system, which seek to ease pressure on learners and emphasise continuous assessment over high-stakes examinations.
“Exams are part of learning. They must not be a life-and-death issue,” Ruto said, underscoring his belief that the presence of security personnel creates unnecessary stress for students.
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In announcing the policy change, Ruto stressed that education should remain accessible, supportive and non-intimidating, as Kenya transitions to a system that prioritises holistic development.
He said the withdrawal of police from exam duties is meant to create a calmer environment that helps learners perform to the best of their ability without the added pressure of heavy security.
The President also insisted that no child should stay at home due to lack of school uniform or a fee, directing the education ministry to work in conjunction to make sure every learner in the system is accounted for in the senior school transition.
He noted that Ksh44 billion capitation funds have been released for teaching and learning materials, and that schools are equipped to support learners through their academic journeys without any hitch.
By Juma Ndigo
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