Bungoma Governor Kenneth Lusaka on Friday praised the dedication and resilience of Kenya’s teachers as St. Paul’s Kibabii Diploma Teachers Training College marked a historic milestone, graduating its first cohort trained under the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC).
Speaking during the institution’s 16th graduation ceremony at Syombe in Bumula, Lusaka commended the 100 graduates for successfully completing the rigorous three-year training program and urged them to uphold professionalism and integrity as they join the teaching workforce.
“A graduation like this is a culmination of hard work and commitment for a period of three years,” Lusaka said. “You remained focused, and today you reap the reward of that perseverance.”
A New Dawn for Teacher Training
The governor noted that the 2025 ceremony was “particularly special,” as it ushered in a new chapter in Kenya’s teacher education system—one aligned with the demands of modern, technology-driven learning environments.
“Our nation is investing in teachers who can prepare learners for a fast-changing world,” Lusaka said. “Teachers who can think critically, use technology effectively, and solve real-life problems. The CBC curriculum lays emphasis on individual learners’ talents and skills.”
He further lauded Kibabii TTC for its longstanding contribution to the county’s education sector, noting that many of Bungoma’s top-performing teachers trace their professional foundations to the institution.
Commitment to Education Development
Lusaka reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to supporting teacher training and improving the county’s education infrastructure. He promised to leverage partnerships with local leaders and education stakeholders to help address challenges facing the college.
“As the County Government of Bungoma, we recognize that education is the backbone of sustainable development,” he said. “We remain committed to supporting teacher education and expanding opportunities for continuous professional growth.”
The governor emphasized ongoing efforts to strengthen Early Childhood Development Education (ECDE), enhance learning facilities, and promote digital literacy across the county through the County Education Fund and collaborations with training institutions.
A Vision for the Future
Lusaka concluded by expressing optimism for Bungoma’s education sector, saying the CBC-trained graduates represent a new generation of competent educators who will shape the future of learning in the region.
“We envision a future where every child in our ECDE centres, junior schools and senior schools learns under a well-trained, motivated and competent teacher—a teacher like the ones we are celebrating today,” he said.
