Demanding the Dissolution of the CBC – Governor Natembeya
Trans-Nzoia Governor George Natembeya has voiced significant concerns over the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC), advocating for its abolition due to its perceived detrimental impact on Kenyan learners.
Key Points Raised by Governor Natembeya:
- Lack of Understanding and Implementation Challenges:
- Parents, learners, and education stakeholders struggle to understand CBC.
- The government faces challenges in effectively implementing the curriculum.
- Flaws in the Grading System:
- The current grading system under CBC is seen as flawed.
- Natembeya believes these flaws will hinder Kenyan children’s ability to compete internationally.
- Educational Inequality:
- Many politicians enroll their children in international schools, leaving ordinary citizens to deal with the flawed system.
- Government’s Lack of Clear Direction:
- Natembeya criticized the government for its handling of the education sector, suggesting a lack of clear direction.
- He expressed concern over a potential hidden agenda to keep Kenyans illiterate for the benefit of a few selfish leaders.
- Mobilization Against CBC:
- Natembeya warned that if the government does not address the issues with CBC, he would mobilize parents to keep their children out of school.
- Teacher Shortage and Infrastructure Issues:
- There is a severe shortage of teachers, with some Junior Secondary School classes having over 100 students managed by only two tutors.
- The lack of infrastructure poses a significant obstacle to effective education.
Remarks During School Commissioning:
Natembeya made these comments during the commissioning of a twin Early Childhood Development Education classroom at Meza Primary School. He called on residents to enroll their children in school, stressing that education is crucial in combating illiteracy, poverty, and diseases. Despite the construction of new classrooms, he lamented the low enrollment numbers and urged parents to prioritize their children’s education.
Policy on Unpaid Fees and Charges:
- No Denial of Education:
- Natembeya urged school heads not to deny education to students due to unpaid fees and other charges, emphasizing that this undermines the free basic education policy, especially in day schools.
- Unreasonable Fees:
- He argued that students should not be sent away from school for not paying for lunch, particularly when the provided meals do not meet nutritional standards.
- Forcing students to pay for inadequate lunches is deemed unreasonable and should not be tolerated.
Governor Natembeya’s call for the abolition of the CBC and his criticisms highlight significant issues within Kenya’s education system. He emphasizes the need for a clear direction, better implementation, and a focus on equality to ensure all children receive a quality education. His remarks underscore the importance of addressing these challenges promptly to secure the future of Kenyan learners.
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