Learning at all levels to resume this month, Uhuru directs – KBC

Learning activities in all levels is expected to resume countrywide this month in accordance to the Education Ministry academic calendar.

Speaking at the State House Saturday during the Labour Day celebrations, President Uhuru Kenyatta directed all education institutions in all levels to re-open in accordance to the Ministry’s calendar.

“That all our education institutions in all levels of learning shall re-open in accordance with the calendar issued by the Ministry of Education,” he said.

The Head of State called on Kenyans to ensure they enhance their protection against Covid-19 by adhering to protocols issued by the Ministry of Health.

“As we prepare for the re-opening of schools, let me emphasize again that our staying power in the fight against this pandemic is our greatest arsenal,” he said.

“I say so, because, if public responsiveness to the health protocols goes up, then the possibility of further de-escalating the containment measures is within reach. Sadly, a surge of infections will necessitate an escalation of the containment measures, a possibility we all dread,” the Head of State said.

Education Cabinet Secretary George Magoha had earlier revealed that schools will re-open for Third Term on May 10 as scheduled.

“I am hoping since it looks like the pandemic is going to flatten, there is no need for me to summon stakeholders as the timetable is likely to remain the same for the rest of the year,” he said.

The CS refuted claims that opening dates for primary and secondary schools may change over the third wave of Covid-19 in the country.

CS Magoha said that the government was monitoring the Covid-19 infection rate and would advise on school reopening.