Zetech University launches law school to reform Kenya's legal education gaps
Zetech University has opened a new law school, widening access to legal education in Kenya. The launch comes as legal professionals and educators call for reforms to align training methods with modern demands.
Supreme Court Judge Isaac Lenaola highlighted gaps in how students transition between education systems, urging institutions to adapt to global changes.
The law school's introduction was marked as a key achievement by Prof Alice Njuguna, Deputy Vice-Chancellor of Zetech University. She stressed the need to prepare students better for the Kenya School of Law, where many struggle due to mismatched teaching approaches.
Justice Lenaola echoed these concerns, pointing to the 'culture shock' students experience when moving from Kenya's Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC) to university and law school. Introduced in 2017, CBC shifted focus from theory to practical skills, critical thinking, and problem-solving. However, a study in Embu revealed that despite teacher training, many educators failed to fully implement CBC, lacking depth in lesson planning and professional documentation.
The judge called for a complete overhaul of legal education, ensuring consistency from early schooling to professional training. He warned that outdated teaching methods no longer meet the needs of a fast-changing society. Prof Jack Mwimali, CEO of the Council of Legal Education, confirmed that Zetech's Bachelor of Laws programme met accreditation standards, signalling its readiness to deliver quality training.
Justice Lenaola also urged students to take their legal studies seriously, emphasising their future role in serving society effectively.
Zetech University's law school now offers an accredited legal programme, addressing gaps in Kenya's legal education. The push for reform aims to smooth transitions between CBC, university, and professional training. Institutions must continue adapting to prepare students for modern legal challenges.
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