Kenya: School Reopening to Remain On Hold Until Learners' Safety Is Guaranteed - Kenyatta

29 September 2020

Nairobi — The anticipated reopening of institutions of learning will now remain on hold as the education ministry explores modalities of ensuring COVID-19 prevention protocols can be enforced in strict conformity with health ministry guidelines.

Speaking when he announced the scaling down of restrictions for social gatherings, worship congregations and a nationwide curfew on Monday, President Uhuru Kenyatta directed Education Cabinet Secretary Prof George Magoha to issue a reviewed 2020 academic calendar once stakeholders agree on how schools will reopen.

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