The Ministry of Education has officially shifted from the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC) to Competency-Based Education (CBE) to simplify learning pathways and make education more affordable, accessible, and practical for students.
Speaking during the National Conversation Forum on Education on Thursday, April 24, Education Principal Secretary Julius Bitok officiated the shift, revealing that it was a review of some aspects of CBC. "Curriculum is dynamic, and we have an opportunity to be able to review some of the aspects of our curriculum.
I am happy to note that today is the day we are also officially launching the new brand from CBC to CBE," the PS announced.
The Ministry, which is currently engaging parents and relevant stakeholders in conversation on the CBE shift, has encouraged them to support it while reaffirming the government's commitment to its successful implementation Education PS Julius Bitok during the national conversation on Competency-Based Education at KICC on April 24, 2025.
