Zamzam Mohamed Commends Ruto Government's Investment in Education, Highlights Recruitment of 120,000 Teachers

Mombasa Woman Representative Zamzam Mohamed has commended the government for its continued investment in the education sector, citing teacher recruitment, classroom construction and improved teachers' welfare as key interventions in strengthening learning institutions across the country.

Zamzam made the remarks after joining President William Samoei Ruto at Sheikh Zayed Hall during the Kenya Comprehensive School Heads Association (KECSHA) National Annual General Meeting, hosted by Cabinet Secretary for Education Hon. Julius Migosi Ogamba.

The meeting brought together education stakeholders to reflect on the progress made in the sector, examine emerging challenges and discuss strategies for improving the country's education system.

The Mombasa legislator welcomed the government's efforts to expand the teaching workforce, noting that the recruitment of 100,000 teachers, alongside plans to hire an additional 20,000 next month, would strengthen staffing levels in schools and support effective curriculum delivery.

She also highlighted the construction of 23,000 classrooms as a significant investment in expanding learning infrastructure and creating a more conducive environment for learners.

On teachers' welfare, Zamzam pointed to ongoing investments in promotions, career progression and improved working conditions, saying that supporting educators remains essential to achieving quality learning outcomes.

She noted that sustained investment in education was critical in preparing learners with the knowledge, skills and competencies required to contribute meaningfully to national development.

The Woman Representative observed that engagements involving the national leadership, education administrators and other stakeholders provide an important platform for strengthening cooperation and addressing issues affecting the sector.

She reaffirmed the importance of quality education in building a skilled, empowered and prosperous nation, emphasising the need for continued collaboration to ensure that learners across the country benefit from improved educational opportunities.

The KECSHA annual meeting provided an opportunity for school heads and education sector leaders to engage on the future of education and the measures needed to strengthen service delivery in learning institutions.

Zamzam's participation reflects her engagement with national education priorities and her support for initiatives aimed at improving access, infrastructure and the quality of education for Kenyan learners.