President William Ruto has reshuffled senior government officials in a strategic exchange affecting the education and tourism sectors. On June 9, 2026, the Head of State reassigned Amb. Prof. Julius Bitok to the State Department for Tourism. Consequently, John Lekakeny Ololtuaa moved to the
Basic Education Principal Secretary Julius Bitok has confirmed that schools will remain open until the scheduled mid-term break on June 24, 2026. On June 9, 2026, the Ministry of Education dismissed calls to close schools early following recent student strikes and arson incidents. Consequently, learners across the country will continue with normal academic activities. The



