The Department of Education is comprised of three sections. They include Youth Polytechnics (Vocational Training Centres), ECDE Section, Education - Bursary Section.

Vision

A literate and skilled population

Mission

To provide quality, accessible and relevant education and training for socio-economic development.

Mandate

• To facilitate quality, affordable and accessible basic education
• To promote development of skills through vocational training
• To increase enrolment, retention and transition of learners
• Promote extra-curricular activities
• Prepare bills, policies and regulations.
• Sensitize the department units on disability and gender mainstreaming, access to education and safety issues.
• Promote integrity, transparency and good governance.