An unpublished interview with the late Prof Raphael Munavu reveals his vision for Kenya's Competency-Based Education (CBE) system and his reasoning behind key reform decisions.

• Prof Munavu defended the decision to house junior secondary school within primary schools, deeming it the most practical option for learners' age and community integration.
• The interview, conducted by Nation on March 4, 2026, posthumously highlights his perspectives on the Presidential Working Party on Education Reforms (PWPER).
• He emphasized the importance of foundational learning, teacher preparedness, and instilling national values through education, calling for continuous monitoring and evaluation of reforms.