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1,012 ECDE Teachers in West Pokot Granted Permanent Employment Status The West Pokot County Government has fulfilled its promise to confirm 1,012 teachers as permanent and pensionable employees. This announcement was made during a ceremony attended by over 1,600 teachers who serve in various roles across different Early Childhood Development Education (ECDE) centers throughout the county. In addition to the permanent confirmations, the county also offered contracts to 481 other teachers. However, 110 teachers were informed they needed to obtain their certificates before being eligible for contracts. Governor’s Address and Appeal At the event held at the governor’s official residence…

Thousands of Kenyan Graduates to Work in Germany from September To address rising unemployment rates, thousands of Kenyan university and college graduates will begin working in Germany from September. This initiative stems from a groundbreaking bilateral labor agreement between Kenya and Germany, as announced by President William Ruto. The agreement aims to export skilled Kenyan workers to Germany, providing them with valuable job opportunities abroad. It aligns with Kenya Kwanza’s plan to combat unemployment. President Ruto urged young people to pay close attention to the new opportunities emerging through the overseas employment strategy. The State Department for Diaspora Affairs is…

The Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) has announced the release of all previously missing teacher education certificates from the 2022 and 2023 academic years. This important development provides relief to teacher training colleges and graduates awaiting their certification to begin or advance their teaching careers. KNEC has confirmed that all outstanding teacher education certificates are now available for collection at the respective teacher training colleges where the candidates completed their studies. Follow Teachers Updates Page On Facebook This applies to all institutions across Kenya that offer teacher training programs. Addressing Missing Certificates For cases where certificates are still missing or…

KUCCPS Opens KMTC Applications for September 2024 Intake: How to Apply The Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS) has announced the opening of applications for the Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) September 2024 intake. This intake offers a range of certificate and diploma programs in medical and health-related fields across various KMTC campuses in the country. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply for courses that suit their qualifications and career aspirations. Follow Teachers Updates Page On Facebook Applications must be submitted through the KUCCPS Student’s Portal students.kuccps.net. Available Programmes ALSO READ: KNUT Demands Ksh.10.1B TSC Budget Restoration for…

TVET Students Invited to Apply for HELB Scholarships and Loans: How to Apply The Higher Education Loans Board (HELB), in partnership with the State Department for Technical, Vocational Education and Training, is now accepting applications for the Second and Subsequent TVET Scholarship, Loan, and Bursary for the 2024-2025 financial year. This opportunity is available for Kenyan students who are continuing their education at National Polytechnics, Technical Training Institutes, and Vocational Colleges under the Ministry of Education. To be eligible, institutions must be registered with the Kenya Universities & Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS) and be members of the Kenya Association…

HELB Opens Undergraduate Subsequent Scholarship and Loan application: Apply The Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) and the Universities Fund invite applications for the 2024-2025 Financial Year Second and Subsequent Undergraduate Scholarships and Loans. These are available to Kenyan continuing students who are either placed by the Kenya Universities & Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS) or enrolled in self-sponsored programs at public and private universities in Kenya and within the East African Community. The institutions must be recognized by the Commission for University Education (CUE). Eligible Students The application is open to undergraduate continuing students seeking their second or subsequent scholarships…

Teachers’ Unions Demand Salary Raise, Threaten Strike Public schools in Kenya may face significant disruptions as the Kenya Union of Post Primary Education Teachers (Kuppet) and the Kenya National Union of Teachers (Knut) have threatened to strike. The unions are protesting the government’s failure to implement expected salary increments this month. If the strike goes ahead, it could throw the reopening of schools for the third term into disarray. On Tuesday, Kuppet announced its support for Knut’s call to boycott work when schools resume. Kuppet plans to convene its National Governing Council (NGC) to discuss mobilizing for industrial action starting…

Parliament Examines University Admissions for Students Without National IDs Parliament has expressed concerns regarding the ongoing issue of university admissions, highlighting that some students expected to join universities nationwide have not yet received their national identity cards. This situation is causing unease among legislators, who fear that the absence of identity cards could hinder students’ applications for university funding. Committee Meeting and Summons During a meeting held by the National Assembly Education Committee on Tuesday, members expressed their worries about the impact of the lack of identity cards on university funding applications. Follow Teachers Updates Page On Facebook In response…

KUPPET Leaders Win Case Against TSC’s Punitive Reassignments Three executive secretaries from the Kenya Union of Post Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET) have successfully challenged their punitive reassignment back to teaching roles. This decision was handed down by the Nyeri Labour Relations Court after the officials opposed unauthorized constitutional amendments within the union. In a detailed ruling, Judge Onesmus Makau upheld the rights of the affected officials: William Lengonyiap from Samburu, Moses Kimwere from Isiolo, and Omondi Oluoch from Tana River. Follow Teachers Updates Page On Facebook The court ruled that the actions taken against these officials were discriminatory, especially highlighting…

Kenyan Teachers Deployed to US Schools Through Strategic Partnerships On Monday, the State Department for Diaspora Affairs identified two companies responsible for facilitating the placement of Kenyan teachers in various schools across the United States. This initiative is part of a collaborative project between private firms and the Ministry of Labour. The companies involved in this placement are Consult Centre Limited and PESUAR International Job Placement Consultancy. According to the State Department, Consult Centre Limited is a National Employment Authority registered agency, while PESUAR is a diaspora-owned recruitment agency registered in the US. Follow Teachers Updates Page On Facebook Official…