The problem of teenage pregnancies has remained a prevailing conversation countrywide, in the midst of the December long holiday. Cases of teen pregnancies skyrocketed this year, coinciding with the KCPE and KCSE exams. Leaders in the Education ministry have taken steps to address the issue, with blame games shifting from parents to teachers and students. Speaking at the funeral of the late Festus Luchinga, the former principal of Namusasi secondary school, Bungoma Governor Wycliffe Wanagamti said his County leadership will find a way to sensitize both parents and students about the issue.
He said MPs should also play their role in coming up with appropriate legislation to deal with the perpetrators who impregnate students, “We ask our MPs to come up with a bill that will punish these people in such a way that they can’t continue doing this to our kids,” said the Bungoma Governor.
Bumula MP Mwambu Mabonga said parents should always check on their kids. “I urge parents, even if you have a big mansion and your kid has his own room, check what the kid is doing, let’s help each other,” he said. On his part, Bungoma Senator Moses Wetangula faulted some parents who allow their children to go to functions that leave them exposed, “Now that schools have closed for a long time, there are functions like disco matangas, where you’ll allow your kids to go,” he stated. On 2022 politics, the Bungoma Senator said the Luhya community has played the role of helping and supporting other candidates eyeing the top seat but that should change, “Now it’s our turn to be united and go to those we’ve worked with and seek support,” he said.