This archive report was first published on 14 August 2019.
On Wednesday, President Uhuru Kenyatta hosted the 93rd Kenya Music Festival Winners' State Concert at State House, Nakuru, where he emphasized the government's unwavering commitment to integrity and honesty in national examinations.
Speaking at the event, the President reassured students sitting for national exams later in the year that they would be examined through a fair and secure process.
He also highlighted the importance of the Kenya Music Festival in fostering unity and cohesion, saying it showcases the nation's cultural diversity and brings out the beauty of its unique heritage.
President Kenyatta expressed his appreciation for the participation of Ugandan schools in the festival and encouraged other East African Community member states to join in, making it a truly regional event.
He praised the festival for entertaining, informing, and bringing people together, with performances getting better each year.
On the Competence-Based Curriculum (CBC), the President noted that arts and music are now integral parts of the system, no longer sideline subjects.
Education Cabinet Secretary George Magoha and the Chairman of the Kenya Music Festival, Peter Wanjohi, also spoke at the event.
