Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has encouraged Kenyan teachers placed in schools across the United States to proudly represent their country. Speaking on Monday at a send-off ceremony for over 60 teachers, Mudavadi emphasized that their success in various district schools in the US would enhance Kenya’s reputation in the global education landscape.
“As you embark on this journey, remember that you are ambassadors of Kenya’s values and aspirations. Your success in the international arena will not only benefit you personally but will also elevate the standing of Kenyan education worldwide,” he said.
The Prime Cabinet Secretary assured the teachers and Kenyans in the diaspora of the government’s commitment to safeguarding their rights and welfare while they work abroad. Mudavadi emphasized that this protection will align with recognizing their contributions to the nation-building process.
He also urged teachers and other Kenyans already working overseas to maintain discipline, focus, and a strong work ethic. He noted that Kenya has earned a positive global reputation because its citizens abroad have demonstrated trustworthiness, reliability, commitment, and high standards of competence across various sectors.
“Comparatively there is an inclination to have Kenyans as the favourites and we need to consolidate this good gesture when we get opportunities to work outside our country.
“You will also validate the Governments’ committment, driven by the Bottom-up Economic and Transformation Agenda, to expand opportunities for quality locally and abroad for our people, particularly the youth.”
Mudavadi, however, cautioned the teachers and the Kenyan diaspora of the dire consequences if one is found on the wrong side of the law while abroad.
He insisted that ethics and code of conduct for engagement changes and so should the ones who get the opportunity to work in those countries.
“As you go out remember to appreciate the laws of the foreign country, since it is very important to understand that immediately you land on the soil of the other country, you are totally under a new and different jurisdiction. You must therefore follow and stick to the new norm,” he cautioned.
The Prime CS added that each of the teachers in the cohort stands as a testament to the unyielding spirit of the Kenyan people.
“As you fly out and leave Kenya behind, remember we are particularly proud of each one of you and confident in the significant contributions you will make from advancing teaching methodologies to creating invaluable avenues for cultural exchange and networking.”
The teachers left the country for the US on Monday night.
