Homa Bay Woman Representative Joyce Osogo has called on the Ministry of Education to consider reintroducing corporal punishment in schools as a way of addressing the increasing cases of school unrest and arson across the country.
Speaking during a mentorship programme at Migingo Comprehensive School in Karachuonyo Constituency, Osogo said the move is aimed at restoring discipline among learners and should not be viewed as a means of frustrating children.
The legislator argued that corporal punishment would help instill discipline and curb destructive behaviour that has recently been witnessed in some learning institutions.
She urged stakeholders, including child rights organizations, human rights groups and parents, to support the proposal, saying collective efforts are needed to address the growing cases of indiscipline in schools.
Osogo noted that Members of Parliament are yet to table a bill on the matter in the National Assembly and appealed to parents to support the initiative during the public participation process once it is presented.
