Duale said the challenges facing CBC started during Fred Matiang’i’s time as Education Cabinet Secretary, describing him as the “brainchild” of the program but also the person who left it in disarray.
“Fred Matiang’i was the brainchild of this CBC when he was the minister for education.
He messed up that CBC,” Duale said, adding that the curriculum faced widespread confusion, poor planning, and weak implementation.
According to Duale, these issues affected teachers, students, and parents, who struggled to navigate a system that was intended to modernize learning in Kenya.
Duale explained that the government under President Ruto took immediate steps to correct the weaknesses left by the previous administration.
He said reforms were introduced to streamline the curriculum, clarify policies, and provide practical guidance for schools across the country.
Teacher training programs were strengthened, learning materials updated, and clear instructions issued to ensure that learners could transition smoothly from one stage to the next.
“We are fixing his mess, and it is now working,” Duale said.
He highlighted that the changes have made the curriculum manageable and responsive to the needs of Kenyan students.
Parents, teachers, and education stakeholders are now reporting positive results, and the program is finally achieving its intended goals.
Duale also applauded President Ruto, saying the leadership has been able to accomplish in three years what others failed to do in ten.
“Some people cannot believe that President Ruto fixed and defined his legacy in three years that some people could not do in ten years,” he said.
Duale noted that this demonstrates the government’s commitment to delivering results for Kenyans and restoring confidence in the education system.
The CS emphasized that the CBC is now equipping students with essential skills, critical thinking, and knowledge that prepare them for the modern world.
He said the system is no longer confusing, but practical, effective, and aligned with Kenya’s development goals.