President William Ruto has hit back at Cabinet Secretary George Matiang’i, asserting that the current improvements in Kenya’s education system are a direct response to previous mismanagement. In a strong statement, the President said, “Wewe Matiang’i wacha kunisomea, wewe ndio uliharibu system ya Education. I have now fixed the education system that was broken because of your mess. Sahi pesa inafika shuleni hata kabla wanafunzi wafike shule!”
Ruto’s remarks highlight the contrast he sees between past shortcomings and the current progress in education. By pointing to timely funding reaching schools even before students arrive, he emphasizes the proactive measures his administration has taken to ensure a smooth academic calendar and efficient management of resources. According to the President, this reform underscores accountability and responsiveness, addressing issues that were previously neglected.
This confrontation also reflects the political tensions that often accompany reforms in critical sectors like education. While Matiang’i played a key role in managing the system in prior years, Ruto’s statement frames the past administration as having left systemic challenges that his government has now resolved. The President’s insistence on early disbursement of funds illustrates a commitment to practical solutions that directly impact students’ learning experiences.
Ultimately, Ruto’s message is both a defense of his administration’s record and a critique of prior management. By highlighting improvements in funding and system efficiency, he positions himself as a leader who is not only aware of past deficiencies but is actively taking steps to deliver tangible results for Kenyan students.
