Deal decisively with rot in higher education

The plenary discussion on the status of higher education in Kenya this week could not have come at a better time. It has brought to the fore the numerous challenges facing both public and private universities that call for immediate action. The Commission for University Education (CUE) CEO David Some admitted that some students, especially those enrolled in school-based courses, graduate before attaining the required learning hours.

This only confirms the long-held view that some universities are churning out half-baked graduates. This is not only a disservice to the graduates but also to the country's ability to produce a capable workforce. It dents the credibility of the education system. The Ministry of Education and CUE must make universities deliver quality education through robust supervision and strict adherence to the rules and regulations.