This archive report was first published on 23 May 2020.
On May 23, 2020, President Uhuru Kenyatta announced plans to support education during the COVID-19 pandemic. The second element of the stimulus program focuses on education, with the government allocating Ksh. 6.5 billion to hire 10,000 teachers and 1,000 non-teaching staff.
According to the President, the funds will be used to ensure children can continue their education despite the challenges posed by the pandemic. The move aims to mitigate the impact of the pandemic on the education sector and support the country's economic recovery.
President Kenyatta made the announcement in a video address, which was shared on YouTube. The video has been viewed by many Kenyans, who are eager to know more about the government's plans to support education during this challenging time.
