Kericho County has launched an ambitious overhaul of its education sector, rolling out comprehensive reforms aimed at strengthening learning from early childhood development centers to vocational training institutions.
Governor Dr.
Erick Mutai, in a speech read on his behalf by the Deputy Governor at Kiprugut Chumo Stadium, announced that the county government had confirmed 1,226 Early Childhood Development Education (ECDE) teachers to permanent and pensionable terms, adding that the move not only recognised the invaluable role played by early educators but also aimed to ensure job security and professional stability for them. "By formalising the employment status of our ECDE teachers, we are investing in both our educators and the future of our children," said the Governor.
As part of the same reform agenda, the county has also constructed 75 new ECDE centres across its wards, significantly increasing access to early childhood education and reducing overcrowding in existing facilities.
