This archive report was first published on 23 December 2019.
Published on December 23, 2019, the Ministry of Education extended the contracts of Nyeri and Meru technical colleges Principals, citing their experience in the sector.
The decision has, however, been met with opposition from the National Assembly's Education committee, chaired by Julius Melly (Tinderet MP). Mr Melly argues that officers who have attained retirement age should not deny young Kenyans a chance to serve the country.
'We must bring to an end this culture of people reaching 60 years and insisting on hanging around. The country has enough talented and educated young men and women,' Mr Melly said.
The Ministry of Education's Principal Secretary, Dr Kevit Desai, defended the decision, stating that the officers are experienced and their services are still needed. 'The Principals have shown clear understanding of the mandate of TVET. Their institutions are centers of excellence and will play a key role in realisation of the Big four agenda,' Dr Desai said.
