Govt Re-Assures Recruitment of 35,000 New Teachers Next Year
In an effort to bridge the human resource gap in public schools, President William Ruto has announced that the government will recruit 35,000 new teachers next year.
This initiative is in line with the president’s commitment to improving education in the country and ensuring that children receive a quality education.
During the Limuru Girls’ Secondary School centenary celebration, President Ruto emphasized the government’s dedication to addressing the shortage of teachers.
He highlighted that 35,000 teachers had already been employed this year, and the plan is to add an even larger number next year.
The recruitment drive aims to provide the necessary support and resources for children’s education in Kenya.
President Ruto emphasized the government’s value for education and the welfare of Kenyan citizens.
Recognizing the importance of quality education, the government aims to ensure that all children have access to excellent educational opportunities.
By recruiting more teachers, the government is taking a proactive approach to strengthen the education system.
Mass Recruitment Announcement
The Teachers Service Commission announced the mass recruitment of teachers in January, which is the first of its kind under the Kenya Kwanza administration.
“We have already employed 35, 000 teachers this year and the largest we intend to add next year because we want to have our children get the necessary quality education,” Ruto said.
Initially, the plan was to employ 116,000 new teachers in the first year.
However, due to economic considerations, the government revised its strategy and decided to carry out the recruitment process progressively.
President Ruto also highlighted the government’s commitment to tertiary education. He stated that resources allocated to Technical and Vocational Education and Training (Tvet) institutions and universities have been doubled.
In the past 15 years, funding for these institutions has increased from Sh5.2 billion to Sh10 billion.
This investment aims to support tertiary education institutions in overcoming challenges and providing quality education.
Limuru Girls’ Secondary School holds a special place in the history of education in Kenya.
Established in 1922 by Arnold Butler McDonnell, a pioneer tea farmer, the school started as Hill Preparatory School and eventually evolved into a national school.
Currently managed by the Anglican Church of Kenya, the institution is celebrating its centenary this year.
Govt Re-Assures Recruitment of 35,000 New Teachers Next Year
