𝐖𝐞𝐝𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐅𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝟐𝟖, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒

The National Assembly Departmental Committee on Education challenged the State Department of Basic Education to address the plight faced by children with special needs in education centres.

 During the presentation of the BPS by the Principal Secretary in the State department of Basic Education, Dr. Belio Kipsang’ Members expressed concerns over the insufficient allocation of funds and resources for supporting the academic development of children with special needs.

Hon. Nabii Nabwera (Lugari) highlighted the absence of dedicated infrastructure for special needs students, questioning the department's plans on the same.

Committee Chairperson, Hon. Julius Melly (Tinderet) further emphasized the need for firsthand assessments of institutions catering to persons with disabilities, urging the Ministry to ensure adequate support for their educational needs.

Hon. Jerusha Momanyi (Nyamira), echoed the call for inclusivity, advocating for increased funding and integration of special needs children into mainstream education to equip them for life beyond school.

 In addition, the Committee addressed the challenges with the Early Child Development (ECD) curriculum. Hon. Timothy Kipchumba (Marakwet West) emphasized the lack of uniformity and standardization in ECD management across the country, urging the Ministry to enact policies to address these disparities effectively.

 Following the deliberations, the Committee agreed to prepare a report based on the submissions and present it to the Budget and Appropriations Committee, advocating for sufficient allocations to Ministries, Departments, and Agencies, with a particular emphasis on meeting the needs of special needs education and Early Child Development.