8-4-4 to go, but challenges remain

Many have argued for and against the proposed change of education system, from the current 8-4-4 to 2-6-3-3-3. Factors that have led to the perceived failure of 8-4-4 system have been raised.

Undeniably, 8-4-4 system, which is considered the brain-child of former President Moi, was hurriedly implemented without planning. No effort was spared to assess the universal accessibility to quality technical teachers, textbooks, workshops and equipped science laboratories at primary and secondary levels.