Jubilee Party Deputy Leader Fred Matiang’i has criticised the current administration led by President William Ruto over what he described as shortcomings in the rollout of the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC), saying the programme lacks proper oversight and adequate support.
Speaking during a church service at M.C.K Makutano Church in Meru County, Matiang’i raised concerns about delays in disbursing funds to schools and poor management of public resources. He warned that these challenges are contributing to rising cases of indiscipline in schools, as many principals struggle to manage institutions without sufficient support.
Matiang’i urged the government to prioritise funding for the education sector and ensure that capitation funds are released to schools promptly. He stressed that timely disbursement of funds would enable school heads to run institutions effectively and address operational challenges.
The former Interior Cabinet Secretary also called for the appointment of a dedicated Principal Secretary to oversee curriculum reforms and the transition process under CBC. He noted that the programme is a significant national initiative that requires focused leadership and continuous engagement with key stakeholders, including educators and religious leaders.
At the same event, former Cabinet Secretary Peter Munya criticised the government’s taxation policies, accusing it of placing a heavy burden on Kenyan workers. He argued that excessive taxation is significantly reducing take-home pay for both public and private sector employees, leaving many families struggling to make ends meet.
Munya claimed that in some cases, nearly half of workers’ salaries are deducted through taxes, a situation he described as unsustainable. The opposition leaders indicated that if their coalition forms the next government, reforms in education funding and taxation would be among their top priorities.
