13/04/2026
Catholic educators across Kenya were challenged to lead ongoing educational reforms with a firm foundation in faith and holistic formation during the 12th Catholic Private Educational Institutions Association of Kenya (CaPEIA-K) Conference, held at the Catholic University of Eastern Africa from April 7th to 10th, 2026.
Delivering the keynote address, Rt. Rev. Henry Juma, Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Kitale, called on school leaders to align academic excellence with spiritual and moral development, emphasizing that Catholic education must shape the whole person while responding proactively to changes in Kenya’s education system.
The conference, convened by the Catholic Private Educational Institutions Association of Kenya, brought together bishops, clergy, education officials, and heads of Catholic institutions to reflect on the theme “Catholic Schools: Rooted in Faith, Rising with Purpose.”
Faith as the Strategic Foundation
Bishop Juma underscored that Catholic education must remain anchored in Christ as the source of truth and wisdom, noting that its mission extends beyond the transmission of knowledge to the integral formation of learners.
“Catholic education has always gone beyond the transmission of knowledge. It is fundamentally about forming the whole person—intellectually, spiritually, morally, physically, and socially,” he said.
He described education as a transformative encounter that nurtures human dignity and awakens purpose, echoing the teachings of Pope Francis, who views education as “an act of love.”
Responding to a Changing Education Landscape
Addressing the ongoing implementation of the Competency-Based Education (CBE) system in Kenya, Bishop Juma noted that the reforms require not only structural adjustments but also a shift in mindset among educators.
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