By News Desk
Government Spokesperson has called for renewed parental involvement in shaping the character, discipline, and values of young people amid growing concerns over school unrest and student welfare across the country.
Speaking on the state of discipline in schools, Mwaura emphasized that while schools play a critical role in education, parents remain the primary custodians of values and moral guidance for their children.
“As a nation, we have a challenge that we must address honestly. Parents must take responsibility for guiding their children through firm values and clear boundaries because neither schools nor social media can replace this foundational role,” he said.
Mwaura urged parents to reflect on whether they are effectively fulfilling their responsibilities in raising and mentoring their children. He noted that providing for children materially must go hand in hand with nurturing discipline, responsibility, respect, and accountability.
“Discipline is not punishment. It is the process of teaching values, setting boundaries, and helping young people understand that actions have consequences,” he stated.
The Government Spokesperson further called for open national conversations on morality, responsible citizenship, and the social challenges affecting young people. He stressed the importance of confronting incidents involving violence, intolerance, and disregard for human dignity that have increasingly emerged among learners.
The government acknowledged public concern over recent cases of school unrest and reiterated its commitment to ensuring safe, supportive, and conducive learning environments for all students. According to Mwaura, these incidents underscore the need to strengthen mental health support systems, improve learning environments, enhance student engagement, and address emerging challenges facing learners.
To tackle these issues, the government has intensified counselling services, teacher capacity-building programmes, learner support initiatives, and school safety interventions. Additionally, the number of Quality Assurance Officers has been increased from 600 to 1,000 nationwide to strengthen oversight, monitor educational standards, and support targeted interventions in schools.
Mwaura said inclusive education reforms aimed at promoting holistic learning, skills development, and youth empowerment remain a key pillar of the government’s strategy.
“The Government calls upon families, communities, faith-based organizations, educators, and all stakeholders to work together in nurturing respect, accountability, resilience, and respect for human life. The future of our nation depends on the values we instill in our young people today,” he said.
