Author: Hezron Rooy

KICD Extends Deadline for Secondary Schools’ Feedback on Grade 10 CBC The Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development (KICD) has announced an extension for education stakeholders to submit their views on the Grade 10 Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC) designs. Initially set for July 31, the deadline has now been moved to August 31. In July, the Ministry of Education, through KICD, called upon all education stakeholders, particularly secondary school principals and teachers, to review the Grade 10 CBC designs and provide their feedback. Stakeholders were encouraged to evaluate various components of the curriculum design and offer their insights. Follow Teachers Updates Page…

Potential Exam Disruption Looms Amid Teachers’ Strike Threat Schools across the country face potential closure at the start of the third term due to a looming teachers’ strike, as two major unions have announced a one-week strike notice. The strike, if executed, threatens to disrupt not only the reopening of schools but also the preparations for national examinations. The Kenya National Union of Teachers (Knut) and the Kenya Union of Post-Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET) have both declared that their members will not report to work when schools are scheduled to reopen in three weeks. During a joint press conference in…

KETHAWA Backs Teachers’ Strike in Hardship Zones The Kenya Teachers in Hardship and Arid Areas Welfare Association (KETHAWA), representing educators in arid and semi-arid land areas (ASAL) and other challenging regions, has endorsed the recent strike call made by the Kenya Union of Post Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET). KETHAWA’s National Secretary, Wangonya Wangenye, affirmed that the union is entitled to strike if the government does not fulfill its obligations under the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) with the Teachers Service Commission (TSC). Wangenye criticized the government’s tendency to offer promises without following through, insisting that the Kenya Kwanza administration must adhere…

KNUT Slams Government Budget Decisions as Teachers Miss Promotion Benefits Ann Cheruiyot, the Executive Secretary of the Kenya National Union of Teachers (KNUT) Kericho Branch, has criticized the government’s failure to allocate additional funds for teacher promotions in the Appropriation Bill 2024. Addressing the media, Cheruiyot expressed frustration over the lack of salary increases for teachers, as stipulated in their 2021-2025 Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA). Cheruiyot conveyed that the absence of the anticipated funds has left educators feeling demoralized, especially after President William Ruto had personally assured that the issue would be addressed. “Teachers have been patient for long and…

KNUT Advocates Hiring Chaplains in Schools to Address Discipline Issues The Kipkelion Branch of the Kenya National Union of Teachers (KNUT) has proposed the recruitment of chaplains in schools to improve student discipline. This call was made by the branch’s Executive Secretary, David Bore, during a recent annual general meeting (AGM). According to Bore, the introduction of chaplains in schools is essential for maintaining discipline, particularly as corporal punishment is no longer permissible. Bore emphasized that guidance and counseling are crucial in today’s educational environment. Follow Teachers Updates Page On Facebook He highlighted that the union’s push for chaplains aims…

Nearly 70,000 Students Yet to Apply for University Funding Despite ID Waiver As of now, 69,078 students who are set to join universities in September have not yet applied for government funding. This includes scholarships and loans that are available to support their education. According to the Higher Education Principal Secretary, Beatrice Inyangala, only 83,922 students have applied for the available financial assistance. In May, the Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS) announced the placement of approximately 153,000 students in both private and public universities. This highlights that there is still a significant number of students who need…

Advocacy Groups Demand Action on Withheld KCSE Certificates Civil Society organizations in the Nyanza region are calling on the Ministry of Education to take action against secondary schools that detain the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) certificates of former students. These organizations argue that the withholding of certificates has caused significant distress among affected youth, preventing them from pursuing further education and career opportunities. This issue was a focal point of the recent annual education conference organized by the Elimu Yetu Coalition in collaboration with the Forum for African Women Educationalists Kenya (FAWEK) in Homa Bay Town. The conference…

Nyamira Girls Eye East African Hockey Title Despite National Setback Nyamira Girls are set to compete for the East African hockey title at the 21st edition of the East Africa School Sports Championships, which will be held from August 16 to 27 in Bukedea, Uganda. The team enters the competition as the defending champions and is determined to retain their title. Despite a recent 2-1 loss to Tigoi Girls in the national finals, Head Coach Stephen Kigai remains optimistic about their chances in Uganda. He expressed that the team would approach the tournament with renewed energy and dedication to represent…

KSSSA Football Finals: Highway Overcomes Musingu to Claim National Champion Status Highway Secondary School emerged as the new national boys’ football champions after defeating Musingu High 3-2 in post-match penalties. The closely contested final took place at the Gusii Stadium in Kisii. The match was tightly fought, with both teams settling for a 1-1 draw in regular time, forcing the game into extra time and eventually leading to a penalty shootout. Boaz Muchiri, Highway’s goalkeeper, played a crucial role in securing the victory by stopping two penalty kicks. Musingu took the lead in the 11th minute through a goal by…

KNUT, KUPPET Issue Strike Notice, Demand TSC Action on Six Unresolved Issues The Kenya National Union of Teachers (KNUT) and the Kenya Union of Post-Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET) have issued a stern warning to the Teachers Service Commission (TSC). They are prepared to initiate a nationwide teachers’ strike on August 26, 2024, if six key resolutions are not addressed promptly by the TSC. During a media briefing on Wednesday, KNUT Secretary General Collins Oyuu announced that the two unions have united to demand immediate action on pressing issues affecting their members. He emphasized the need for the TSC to resolve…