Kuppet calls for more talks on exam Bill

By Peter Atsiaya

Kenya Union of Post-Primary Education Teachers (Kuppet) wants the Government not to rush in passing the Kenya National Examination (Knec) Bill that outlines tough punishment for exam cheats.

Kuppet national chairman Omboko Milemba says there is need for further consultation before passing the Bill that is set to be tabled in Parliament when it resumes on Wednesday.

"Kuppet supports efforts by Government to put structures that would curb cheating but all stakeholders must be involved in making legislations to that effect," Milemba.

Speaking to The Standard on phone yesterday, Milemba noted changes being undertaken in the education sector should be all inclusive to achieve desired goals.

Education minister Mutula Kilonzo is set to table in Parliament the Bill that if passed would see examination cheats face ten years in jail or Sh2 million fine, or both.

The Bill also targets those who leak examinations before or during exam periods.

It would be illegal to make changes in the original answer script of a candidate without lawful authority.

Mutula wants MPs to pass the Bill and ensure that it would be enacted before June this year.

Milemba asked the minister to consolidate the Higher Education, Teachers Service Commission and findings of the Task Force on Education reforms.

He noted that the move would see the education sector undertake uniform reforms devoid of conflicts.