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    "id": 1472353,
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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "Kathiani, WDM-K",
    "speaker_title": "Hon. Robert Mbui",
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    "content": " Thank you, Hon. Speaker. Pursuant to Standing Order 33(1) (c), I rise to seek leave for the adjournment of the House for the purpose of discussing a definite matter of urgent national importance regarding the implementation of the Competency Based Curriculum student transition. As enactment of the Competency Based Curriculum continues, the pioneer CBC class is expected to transition to Grade 9 commencing January 2025. However, this transition has caused increased apprehension among parents and widespread concern on the preparedness of the education sector with regard to the transition. Of importance is the matter of infrastructure, which was initially to be lodged within secondary schools. However, the Presidential Working Party on Education Reforms recommended for the transition to remain in primary schools. Additionally, the practicality of putting up the classrooms and other facilities like laboratories by December 2024 before the start of Grade 9 lessons in January 2025 is in doubt. At present, the transition is also marred with the issue of shortage of JSS teachers, which is crucial to the success of the programme. It is against this background that I seek leave for adjournment of the House to discuss this matter of great national concern with a view to exploring possible solutions in order to advise the key players, stakeholders and the country at large. Thank you."
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