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Teachers Service Commission (TSC) Act: Citation and Interpretation The Teachers Service Commission Act is a crucial legislative framework in Kenya, governing the administration and regulation of teachers. It outlines the roles, responsibilities, and rights of teachers, as well as the powers of the Teachers Service Commission (TSC). Below you can download the regulations set forth by the Teachers Service Commission pertain to the Code of Conduct and Ethics for Teachers. Understanding the citation and interpretation clauses of the Act is essential for ensuring clarity and consistency in its implementation, promoting professionalism and welfare of teachers in Kenya. Citation: This Code…

KNUT Asks Ruto to Reinstate KNEC’s Exam Budget to Curb Cheating Education stakeholders are pressuring the government to restore the invigilation fees slashed in recent budget cuts, warning that failing to do so will compromise the administration of national exams. Collins Oyuu, the Secretary General of the Kenya National Union of Teachers (KNUT), threatened that teachers might boycott exam administration and marking if funding issues are not resolved. Oyuu insisted that the government should honor its commitment to fund education, ensuring free education and increased transition rates from primary to secondary and higher learning. He criticized the government for consistently…

Students Raise Concerns on Funding Gaps and Teacher Stagnation at Nairobi Music Festival At the conclusion of the Nairobi Region Music Festival, students emphasized the challenges faced by their teachers, with under-funding and delayed funds disbursement being major concerns. Inadequate infrastructure in schools was also highlighted as a pressing issue. Through various plays, learners urged parents to not rely solely on government support but to invest in insurance for their children’s future. Advocacy for Intern Teachers Concerns regarding intern teachers at the junior secondary level were raised, with students advocating for their employment. Kariobangi South Primary School students pointed out…

Teachers Who Exited TSC for Universities Jobs Allowed Pension Access at Age 60 Teachers who left their positions to join public universities can now access their pensions upon reaching the retirement age of 60, as directed by the Teachers Service Commission (TSC). The TSC communicated this through a letter dated July 5, 2024, to the Director of Pensions at the National Treasury. The TSC acknowledged that the mandatory retirement age for university lecturers is 75 years. Consequently, lecturers who leave a public university before this age can only do so through resignation since no other exit methods are applicable in…

KNEC Pilots Grade 9 Assessment: All You Need to Know Between 15 and 19 July 2024, the Kenya National Examination Council (KNEC) will pilot the Grade 9 Kenya Junior School Education Assessment (KJSEA). This trial involves 5,875 learners currently in Grade 8 across 235 schools. The objective is to evaluate the readiness of both students and the education system for the complete implementation of the KJSEA and to prepare for the comprehensive assessment in 2025, which will signal the transition of the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC) to senior high school. KNEC CEO David Njengere stated that the pilot aims to test…

KUPPET Insists on Educational Expertise for New CS Appointment The Kenya Union of Post Primary Education (KUPPET) has urged President William Ruto to appoint an Education Cabinet Secretary (CS) with a strong background in education. They believe this will ensure the implementation of policies that enhance the quality of education in the country. Nakuru County KUPPET Executive Secretary Duncan Macharia and his Laikipia counterpart, Robert Miano, emphasized the need for a CS who can engage with all education stakeholders, including parents, teachers, learners, and unions. They asserted that such an appointment would be instrumental in spearheading the education sector in…

KEPSHA Warns of School Crisis Amidst Free Primary Education (FPE) Capitation Fund Delays Johnson Nzioka, the chairman of the Kenya Primary Schools Head Teachers Association (KEPSHA), has expressed concerns over the delayed disbursement of Free Primary Education (FPE) capitation funds. During a press briefing at the KEPSHA Secretariat for the launch of a memorandum of understanding with Kurasa Africa, he highlighted that the Ministry of Education has yet to release the promised funds to schools, despite previous assurances. Nzioka emphasized that the government had assured schools that 30% of the required funds would be released on time in the second…

Standoff Erupts Over TSC’s Transfer of Isiolo Boys School Principal Parents, the board of management, and local political leaders have threatened to petition Parliament against the Teachers Service Commission’s (TSC) decision to transfer the principal of Isiolo Boys High School. Governor Abdi Guyo leads the opposition, stating that Mr. James Gituma has significantly improved the school’s academic performance and should not be transferred. Governor Guyo emphasized that Mr. Gituma has overseen remarkable progress, with the school’s mean score rising from 3.6 three years ago to 5.4 last year. The governor stressed that they do not want a non-performer replacing Mr.…

KNEC Announces Grade 9 National Assessment for JSS Students The Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) is gearing up for the Grade 9 assessment for students completing Junior Secondary School (JSS). This assessment, known as the Kenya Junior School Education Assessment (KJSEA), marks a significant step in evaluating student performance at this level. For students with severe disabilities, a specialized examination called the Kenya Prevocational Learning Education Assessment (KPLEA) will be administered. The national assessment planned for next year will contribute to the final scores of JSS students. Join Our WhatsApp Channel The KNEC CEO, David Njengere, clarified that the school-based…

All Types of TSC Allowances for Teachers The Teachers Service commission (TSC) Allowances for teachers are characterized as either remunerative or reimbursable. Remunerated allowances are paid with salary, whereas reimbursable allowances are recoverable upon application. Remuneration allowances There are two sorts of remunerative allowances: Automatic Which include: Follow Teachers Updates Jobs And Vacancies on Facebook Paid upon application. These include: Responsibility allowance Headteachers, Deputy Headteachers, and Senior Teachers in Job Group K and below receive this payment. Special Duty Allowance This is payable to teachers who are appointed to administrative positions by the commission and deployed in arid and semi-arid…