Author: Benta Abuya

After curriculum changes in Kenya, in January 2026, the first cohort of senior secondary students transitioned from junior secondary. As with many nascent initiatives, the process was confusing for teachers, parents and students alike, leading to calls from education stakeholders for better preparedness to ensure a 100% transition.

Across sub-Saharan Africa, the global learning crisis continues to undermine the promise of universal education. Millions of children attend school but leave without mastering basic literacy and numeracy skills. This challenge is particularly acute in disadvantaged urban contexts, such as informal settlements, where poverty, overcrowding and limited resources undermine the…