Author: Hezron Rooy

Birth Certificates Now Accepted for Student Loans and Scholarships, Says Government University students who lack national identity cards can now use their birth certificates when applying for loans and scholarships. The Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) CEO, Charles Ringera, clarified that birth certificates are accepted due to delays in issuing national identity cards (ID). He also noted that the new generation IDs are being used in the application process, which has been running smoothly since the funding portal opened. Join Our WhatsApp Channel Loan Application Requirements For a successful loan application, students must have: Scholarships and HEF Model Only candidates…

KNEC Budget Cut Leaves National Exams in Limbo As students gear up for their national exams in just three months, a shocking revelation has emerged from the Kenya National Examination Council (KNEC). The council, responsible for administering these crucial exams, has announced that it currently has no budget to carry out this responsibility by the end of the year. This development has raised significant concerns among educators and stakeholders in the education sector. The Council’s budget has been completely cut, leaving it without the necessary funds to conduct the exams. This drastic measure has left KNEC facing a dire situation…

KNEC: Entry Form for Pearson Edexcel IGCSE November 2024 The Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) is pleased to announce the registration details for the Pearson Edexcel International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) examinations scheduled for November 2024. Important Dates Examination Centres Candidates can register at the following centres: Join Our WhatsApp Channel Registration Information Candidates are required to provide the following details during registration: Subject Entries Candidates must specify the subjects they wish to enter, including the subject name, subject code, option, and paper number. ALSO READ: Subjects Available for October 2024 IAL Examinations Declaration by Candidates All candidates…

KNEC: IAL and iPLCS Examinations Entry Form, October 2024 The Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) has announced the details for the upcoming Pearson Edexcel International Advanced Level (IAL) and International Primary and Lower Secondary Curriculum (PLSC) Examinations for October 2024. Here are the key points and instructions for candidates: Important Dates Candidates must ensure that their entries are received by KNEC by the local closing date to avoid any inconveniences. Examination Centres Candidates can choose from the following centres for their examinations: Join Our WhatsApp Channel Candidates should tick the appropriate centre on the entry form. Candidate Information Candidates are…

KNEC: Subjects Available for October 2024 iSecondary Exams The Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) has announced the subjects available for the upcoming October 2024 iSecondary examinations. This year, the subjects span key areas of the curriculum, ensuring comprehensive assessment for students in various disciplines. Below is a detailed list of the subjects and their corresponding specification titles and codes: Subjects and Specifications Join Our WhatsApp Channel Important Note for Candidates Candidates who have previously taken Pearson Edexcel International Examinations are required to provide a copy of their result slip. This is essential for the following reasons: Conclusion The October 2024…

KNEC: Subjects Available for May/June 2024 iPrimary Exams The Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) has announced the subjects available for the upcoming May/June 2024 iPrimary examinations. These subjects are part of the Pearson Edexcel iPrimary curriculum, designed to provide a strong educational foundation for young learners. Here is a list of the subjects and their respective codes: Join Our WhatsApp Channel Available iPrimary Subjects and Specifications Important Note for Candidates Candidates who have previously taken Pearson Edexcel International Examinations are required to provide a copy of their result slip. This is essential to capture their UCI (Unique Candidate Identifier) Number,…

KNEC Releases Subjects Available for November 2024 IGCSE Exams The Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) has released the list of subjects available for the November 2024 International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) examinations. The subjects, along with their codes, options, and papers, are as follows: SubjectCodeOptionsPapersAccounting4AC1-1 & 2Arabic (First Language)4AA1-1 & 2Biology4BI1-1 & 2Business4BS1-1 & 2Chemistry4CH1-1 & 2Commerce4CM1-1 & 2Economics4EC1-1 & 2English Language Spec. A4EA1A1 & 2English Language Spec. B4EB1B1English as a Second Language4ES1-1 & 2English Literature Spec. A4ET1A1 & 2English Literature Spec. B4ET1BP1 & Course Work 3French4FR1-1 & 2Further Pure Mathematics4PM1-1 & 2Geography4GE1-1 & 2History4HI1-1 & 2Human Biology4HB1-1…

46,000 JSS Tutors, Fertiliser Not Affected by Budget Cuts — Ndindi Nyoro The employment of junior secondary school teachers and the distribution of fertiliser subsidies will remain unaffected by the recent budget cuts, stated the chairperson of the Budget and Appropriations Committee. Ndindi Nyoro, also the Kiharu MP, announced that despite the Finance Bill, 2024 not being assented into law, the budget would be adjusted to ensure crucial expenditures are included. He made this declaration while issuing bursaries for students in secondary schools and tertiary institutions at Kiharu Technical and Vocational College. Nyoro emphasized that the 46,000 Junior Secondary School…

Teachers Service Commission (TSC) Lesson Recovery Schedules (LRS) The Lesson Recovery Schedule is a structured framework that aims to fill educational gaps created by missed lessons. It offers schools a methodical strategy for recovering wasted teaching time and ensuring that students obtain the education they need to accomplish curricular objectives.  The Lesson Recovery Schedule Form contains several components. Implementation Process  Missed Lessons: Teachers and administrators collaborate to pinpoint lessons missed as a result of disruptions. Development of a Recovery Plan: Based on the identified missed courses, a recovery plan is created to arrange makeup classes.  Join Teachers Updates on Facebook Implementation…

Teachers Receive CAF D Coaching Training in Embu A group of 30 teachers has commenced a 10-day CAF D coaching course at Moi Stadium in Embu County. The training, which began recently, is part of a broader initiative aimed at promoting women’s football under the FIFA Women’s Football campaign. The program will culminate on July 20th with the official launch of the FIFA Women’s Football campaign in Embu County, making it the third county to implement this program. This initiative is being overseen by Embu County’s CEC for Youth, Sports, Culture, and Social Services, General Roger, along with FKF Embu…