The government has directed chiefs and their assistants to ensure all learners report to school when learning resumes next month. President Uhuru Kenyatta yesterday said the resumption of learning remained on course, instructing the Ministry of Interior to account for all children and ensure that all learners reported to school. The Ministry of Education is also required to facilitate re-admission of all learners who may not report back due to pregnancy or other reasons. President Uhuru Kenyatta arrives for this year's Jamhuri Day celebrations at Nyayo Stadium, Nairobi. [Elvis Ogina, Standard]The Ministry of Education began gradually reopening schools in October, with learners in Grade 4, Standard 8 and Form 4 reporting back to class.

Source: Standard Digital December 12, 2020 21:00 UTC