President William Ruto has challenged world leaders to channel more investments into education, saying it remains the most powerful tool for driving innovation, creating jobs, and ending poverty.
Speaking in Doha, Qatar, during an Education Forum held on the sidelines of the Second World Summit for Social Development, Ruto said education systems across the world must evolve to equip learners with practical skills suited for a changing global economy.
“Education must build competence, drive innovation, and create employment by connecting learning with technology and enterprise,” the President said, emphasizing that the future of work depends on how well countries prepare their citizens through quality education.
He urged all stakeholders to deliver on global commitments made to promote inclusive and equitable learning, adding that education is directly tied to social inclusion and economic empowerment.
“We call on all stakeholders to invest resources, action, and effort in realising every commitment of the Declaration, especially on education,” he said.
Ruto highlighted Kenya’s progress in reforming its education sector, noting that his government has increased funding by nearly one billion dollars, hired thousands of new teachers, and rolled out a competency-based curriculum aimed at preparing learners for real-world opportunities.
Under the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC), students are encouraged to apply knowledge in problem-solving, innovation, and entrepreneurship — a shift from the traditional exam-centered approach. Ruto said such reforms are essential in bridging the gap between learning and industry.
The Doha forum brought together world leaders, educators, and policymakers to discuss how education can reduce global inequalities and unlock opportunities in the digital era.
Participants explored ways to align learning with technological and social transformation, especially in developing nations.
Ruto’s call reinforced Kenya’s position as a regional leader in education reform and digital inclusion.