Author: Hezron Rooy

KMTC Medical Programs Available for September Intake: Apply The Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) has announced its September 2024 intake for various medical programs. As part of the Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS), KMTC aims to provide quality training for better health outcomes. Prospective students can choose from a range of certificate and diploma courses designed to align their careers with the healthcare sector’s needs. Available Programs KMTC offers a variety of programs for those interested in pursuing a career in the medical field. Here is a list of the available programs for the September 2024 intake:…

Gov’t Allocates Sh18 Billion to Secure Permanent Positions for 46,000 JSS Teachers The government has announced a financial allocation of Sh18 billion to the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) to transition over 46,000 Junior Secondary School (JSS) intern teachers to permanent and pensionable employment. According to a State House communique, Sh18.7 billion has been earmarked for this initiative, aimed at confirming the status of JSS interns. In addition to the funds for JSS teachers, the Higher Education Loans Board has received Sh31.3 billion, and the University Funding Board has been allocated Sh17 billion for government-sponsored student scholarships. These allocations were announced…

MKU Launches Global Partnership Program with Germany and Austria Mount Kenya University (MKU) recently announced the launch of a groundbreaking international partnership with institutions in Germany and Austria, aimed at providing students with global exposure and valuable experience in the healthcare sector. This initiative is part of MKU’s commitment to fostering a global perspective among its students and preparing them for international careers. MKU’s nursing students will benefit from an apprenticeship program at the University of Koblenz in Germany, supported by the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD). This exchange allows students to gain hands-on experience in German hospitals, offering them…

Government Extends Funding Application Deadline for 2023 KCSE Cohort In response to concerns over the new university funding model, the Kenyan government has extended the funding application deadline for the 2023 KCSE cohort to August 15, 2024. The extension aims to accommodate the substantial number of students who have yet to apply for financial assistance. As of August 4, 2024, government data showed that 79,038 university students had applied for both loans and scholarships, while 74,237 students were still pending applications. The Ministry of Education had initially opened the application portal on June 18, 2024, indicating a proactive approach to…

TSC to Confirm 46,000 JSS Interns, Hire 20,000 teachers as Ruto Signs Supplementary Appropriations Bill. On Monday, August 5, President William Ruto approved the Supplementary Appropriations Bill, initiating a plan to cut government spending by Ksh145.7 billion. The signing ceremony took place at State House, with Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua in attendance. The decision affects several state institutions, including the Presidency, which comprises the offices of the President and Deputy President. They are set to face a significant budget reduction of Ksh6 billion in the 2024/2025 Financial Year. The National Treasury will experience a budget cut of Ksh7 billion. Meanwhile,…

TSC Removes 33 Teachers from Register Via Gazette Notice The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) announced on Friday the revocation of appointments for 33 teachers nationwide. The decision was documented in Gazette Notice number 9587, published on August 2. TSC Chief Executive Officer Nancy Macharia, who signed the notice, stated that the revocations followed disciplinary hearings conducted for the teachers involved. Reasons for Deregistration The notice, signed by Nancy Macharia, referenced Section 30 (2) of the Teachers Service Commission Act, Chapter 212 of the laws of Kenya. It stated that the individuals named in the attached schedule had been removed from…

KNUT Insists on Teachers Strike Over Delayed CBA Implementation The Kenya National Union of Teachers (KNUT) is preparing to initiate a strike if the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) fails to implement the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) that was previously signed. Kisii South Executive Secretary Jared Mariera has indicated that this action might be necessary due to the prolonged delay in fulfilling the agreement. Jared Mariera emphasized that the delay in implementing the agreement is unacceptable and insisted that teachers are prepared to resort to industrial action, which they view as their most potent strategy. He expressed that their leaders have…

Kenya Special Needs Education Teachers (KUSNET) to Strike in September: 2011 CBA Unresolved The Kenya Union of Special Needs Education Teachers (KUSNET) has announced plans to go on strike in September if the government fails to implement the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) that was signed in 2011. The union insists on the enforcement of the Finance Act 2011, which acknowledges the CBA agreed upon with the Teachers Service Commission (TSC). KUSNET is pushing for the activation of the CBA provisions, expressing frustration over the lack of progress. During a meeting held in Narok with union officials from across the country,…

Stakeholders Wants Education Departments Merged into a Single Entity Education stakeholders have proposed a restructuring of the management of the education sector to return to a centralized system under a single Director of Education, similar to the structure immediately post-independence. This proposal aims to address the fragmentation and inefficiencies that have emerged due to the division of the sector into multiple departments by successive governments. Stakeholders argue that the current fragmented structure has disrupted the coordination and accountability of the education sector. The proliferation of departments has led to unprofessional allocation of funds and widespread misappropriation. This disorganization is largely…

KNUT Appeals to TSC for More Teachers in Special Needs Schools The Kenya National Union of Teachers (KNUT) is urging the Teacher’s Service Commission (TSC) to post more teachers to special schools across the country. The KNUT Executive Secretary for the Koibatek/Mogotio Branch, Francis Bundotich, emphasized the critical shortage of staff in these institutions while enrollment numbers continue to rise. A spot-check in the Rift Valley region highlighted the severity of the situation, revealing that some schools have over 400 students but fewer than ten teachers. Francis Bundotich reported that despite thousands of trained special education teachers in the country,…