Why politicising schools risks long-term harm to the economy
Source: The Standard
As learners return to school for the 2026 academic year, the nation is gripped bya dangerous debateover the allocation of Grade 10 slots in national schools.From the outset, this column holds that no matter how “educated” the debate may sound, there can be no positive outcome from turning learning institutions into village enclaves.Get Full Access for Ksh299/WeekUncover the stories others won’t tell. Subscribe now for exclusive accessSupport Bold JournalismUnlimited access to all premium contentUninterrupted ad-free browsing experienceMobile-optimized reading experienceWeekly NewslettersMPesa, Airtel Money and Cards acceptedAlready a subscriber?Log inFollow The Standard
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From the outset, this column holds that no matter how “educated” the debate may sound, there can be no positive outcome from turning learning institutions into village enclaves.Get Full Access for Ksh299/WeekUncover the stories others won’t tell. Subscribe now for exclusive accessSupport Bold JournalismUnlimited access to all premium contentUninterrupted ad-free browsing experienceMobile-optimized reading experienceWeekly NewslettersMPesa, Airtel Money and Cards acceptedAlready a subscriber?Log inFollow The Standard
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