Senate Education Committee Chair, Betty Muntet, has commended Elgeyo Marakwet County under the leadership of Governor Wisley Rotich for prioritizing early learning, stating that the county is among the few counties in Kenya that have invested heavily in ECDE infrastructure.
“We are impressed by the construction of modern ECDE classrooms complete with offices, toilet blocks, and kitchens,” said Muntet. “Such investments create a conducive learning environment for our children and motivate both learners and teachers.”
Muntet further lauded Governor Rotich for implementing a salary increment for ECDE teachers across the county, a move she described as timely and encouraging.
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“The governor’s decision to improve the welfare of our ECDE teachers shows real commitment to the foundation of education,” she added.
Committee Deputy Chair Margarett Kamar emphasized the importance of quality early learning, noting that a child who receives proper education between the ages of four and seven is more likely to excel later in life.
“We are focusing not only on ECDE but also on strengthening tertiary education to ensure a seamless learning journey for our children,” said Kamar.
Governor Wisley Rotich reaffirmed his dedication to enhancing basic education, revealing that his administration has already constructed 814 ECDE classrooms across the county.
“We intend to build similar classrooms in the remaining 59 schools before the end of my first term,” said the governor. “Our goal is to ensure every child in Elgeyo Marakwet has access to quality early education.”
Education stakeholders in the region hailed the ongoing initiatives as a significant step toward improving learning outcomes and setting a strong educational foundation for the county’s future generations.
The stakeholders spoke during a visit to the county to assess the state of basic and tertiary education.
By Kimutai Langat
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