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KNEC Releases KPSEA and KILEA Exam Timetables. The Kenya National Examination Council (KNEC) has officially released the timetable for the Kenya Primary School Education Assessment (KPSEA), with the rehearsal scheduled for Friday, October 25, 2024. This will mark the third time KPSEA is administered under the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC), but it will be the first time the national assessment is conducted independently, as the Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE) has been phased out. KPSEA Assessment Schedule A total of 1,303,913 Grade 6 candidates are expected to take the national assessment. According to the timetable, the assessment will be conducted…

TSC Urge Teachers to Maintain Integrity During KCSE Exams. The Rift Valley TSC Director, Alex Cheruiyot, has called on teachers to maintain high standards of integrity in the upcoming KCSE exams, which are set to begin next week. He emphasized that teachers play a crucial role in administering the exams and should carry out their duties with professionalism. Cheruiyot noted that centre managers, invigilators, and supervisors, who are all teachers, have distinct roles in ensuring the exam process runs smoothly. He stressed the importance of their contribution to ensuring a fair and credible examination, allowing students to receive the results…

Bulimbo Girls School Teacher in Hot Soup for Gossiping About Principal Stealing Students’ Meat. Mary Seat of Wisdom Bulimbo Girls Secondary School has issued a disciplinary notice to a staff member, demanding a response to serious allegations involving malice and character assassination against the school’s Principal, Mrs. Jackline Were Watitwa. The notice, dated October 18, 2024, calls on the accused to explain claims they made against the principal, which include accusations of stealing students’ meat and harassment of workers, with intentions to dismiss them. Additional allegations include sharing sensitive information about the school’s stores with outsiders, particularly related to the…

Ex-Chief Justice Questions Mwengi Mutuse’s Law Degree After Gachagua’s Ouster. On Saturday, October 19, Kibwezi West MP Mwengi Mutuse found himself once again under heavy scrutiny, despite his recent success in the impeachment motion against the ousted Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. This time, former Chief Justice Willy Mutunga led the charge, suggesting that Mutuse’s degree should be revoked. Mutunga’s remark was prompted by a satirical cartoon published in a local newspaper. The cartoon depicted how Mutuse was thoroughly challenged by Elisha Ongoya, a member of Gachagua’s legal team. The commentary highlighted how Ongoya exposed Mutuse’s weaknesses, stating that Mutuse, basking…

TSC CEO Dr. Nancy Macharia Cleared of Corruption Charges by High Court. The High Court has dismissed a corruption case against Dr. Nancy Macharia, CEO of the Teachers Service Commission (TSC), delivering a significant victory for the embattled official. The petition accused Dr. Macharia of mismanaging public funds and enabling corruption within the TSC. Allegations included payroll irregularities, with over KSh 466 million in salary overpayments detected, and claims of bribery in service delivery. Join Teachers Updates on Facebook Despite this legal win, Dr. Macharia’s tenure remains clouded by numerous controversies. She has faced accusations of incompetence, corruption, and mismanagement,…

Government to Hire 20,000 Teachers in 2025, Ruto Confirms. President William Ruto announced that the Government will employ 20,000 teachers in January 2025 to address the shortage of teaching staff in schools. His administration had earlier paused the recruitment process due to financial limitations, but Ruto confirmed that sufficient funds have now been secured to proceed with hiring. Ruto made this statement during the Gold Award presentation to graduates of the President’s Award Kenya at State House, Nairobi, on October 17. He emphasized that the current promotion of 46,000 intern teachers to permanent roles would help fill critical staffing gaps…

School Principals Informed of Changes in National Examination Practices. The Kenya National Examination Council (KNEC) convened with over 120 head teachers from Gucha and Sameta sub-counties in Kisii to discuss strategies ensuring smooth administration of this year’s national exams. The meeting focused on updates for the Kenya Primary School Education Assessment (KPSEA), Kenya Intermediate Level Education Assessment (KILEA), and the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) exams. KNEC officers assigned to the two regions, Maurine Salim and Peris Baaru, shared detailed guidelines concerning the timelines and processes for conducting the national exams. The officials emphasized the importance of preparedness and…

Treasury to Inject Ksh 500 Million for Moi University Recovery. Moi University has received a crucial financial boost following an announcement by Julius Melly, Chairperson of the National Assembly’s Education Committee, revealing that the National Treasury has disbursed funds to the institution. During a session in Parliament on Friday, October 18, 2024, Melly reported that the National Treasury had released Ksh 609 million to Moi University in October. He further indicated that the University is set to receive an additional Ksh 500 million by mid-November 2024 to help mitigate the ongoing financial challenges. To ensure the effective use of these…

Kithure Kindiki: Salary and Benefits of Interior CS if Approved as Deputy President. Following the impeachment of Rigathi Gachagua, President William Ruto nominated Interior Cabinet Secretary (CS) Kithure Kindiki as the next Deputy President. The National Assembly is set to decide on the nomination. Currently, Kindiki earns KSh 957,000 per month as Interior CS, inclusive of a basic salary and allowances. If the nomination is approved, Kindiki will become the third Deputy President of Kenya, earning KSh 1.2 million monthly, along with other perks. Current Salary of Kithure Kindiki as Interior CS The Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC) reported that…