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Kakamega Senator Boni Khalwale has linked the rising cases of indiscipline in Kenyan schools to what he described as questionable appointments within President William Ruto’s administration.
Speaking on the growing challenge of unrest in boarding schools across the country, the outspoken United Democratic Alliance (UDA) lawmaker alleged that some individuals appointed to senior government positions had previously been flagged by the United States over alleged involvement in drug trafficking activities.
Khalwale claimed that at least three members of the current Cabinet were under scrutiny by U.S. authorities, arguing that their presence in government was sending the wrong message to young people and contributing to the spread of drug abuse in schools.
“Why have you appointed Cabinet Secretaries who have been mentioned by America in your government? They are part of the reason we continue witnessing problems in schools,” Khalwale said.
The senator further argued that the increasing availability of drugs among students was fueling incidents of arson and other forms of indiscipline in learning institutions. He called on the government to take decisive action by reviewing appointments and removing any public officials whose integrity has been questioned.
According to Khalwale, restoring discipline in schools requires addressing both the external influences affecting learners and the examples set by leaders in public office.
The lawmaker also revealed that he is preparing a legislative proposal aimed at reintroducing corporal punishment in schools. He said the move would give teachers greater authority to deal with students who violate school rules and help curb the rising cases of indiscipline.
Corporal punishment was outlawed in Kenyan schools in 2001 and remains prohibited under current education regulations and child protection laws.