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COTU Urges Ruto to Restore Jomo Kenyatta’s 1972 Job Employment Policy The Central Organization of Trade Unions (K) secretary general, Francis Atwoli, has urged President William Ruto to consider reinstating an employment initiative inspired by late former President Jomo Kenyatta. In a statement on Monday, Atwoli recalled that in 1972, former President Kenyatta mandated all government parastatals and ministries to employ 10 per cent of their total workforce. He noted that this visionary policy significantly alleviated unemployment and contributed to economic stability. During the recently concluded International Labour Day celebrations, Cotu formally requested President Ruto to reinstate the Kenyatta policy.…

KMTC Addresses Unsuccessful Applications for September 2024 Intake The Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) has announced the results for the September 2024 intake. Successful applicants have received their placement results. KMTC has extended its congratulations to all who secured a place. Addressing Unsuccessful Applications KMTC acknowledged that some applicants did not secure placement, attributing this to the high competitiveness of certain courses. The institution emphasized that many programs attract thousands of applicants, and to maintain quality, they are regulated by various bodies, allowing only a limited number of students to be admitted at a time. Join Our WhatsApp Channel Solutions…

MPs Threaten to End Bursary Disbursement Following Gen Z Insults Over the weekend, Lurambi Member of Parliament Titus Khamala stated that MPs had collectively decided to halt the disbursement of bursaries to students. He emphasized that the decision was made in response to significant backlash concerning the use of the National Government Constituency Development Fund (NG-CDF). The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) elected MP mentioned that legislators faced severe criticism, particularly from the younger generation, Gen Z, who labeled them as MPigs, implying greediness. Khamala remarked that MPs had united in their stance on the CDF, which was causing them issues…

KNEC Crisis Looms Over Budget Cuts on Exam and Invigilation Fees Recent budget cuts are predicted to create a significant crisis in the administration of national examinations managed by the Kenya National Examination Council (Knec), according to education stakeholders. With exams just three months away, these cuts could lead to severe challenges and anxiety for hundreds of thousands of candidates set to sit their tests in October and November. The National Treasury has issued guidelines for Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs), as well as the Judiciary, Parliament, Constitutional Commissions, and Independent Offices, to review their revenue and expenditure estimates for…

Govt to Relocate Flood-Affected Schools, Bridge Teacher Shortage The national government has committed to permanently relocating several schools affected by floods in Tana River County. Education Cabinet Secretary Ezekiel Machogu, accompanied by Principal Secretary for Arid and Semi Arid Lands (ASAL) Kelo Arsama and Garsen MP Ali Wario, visited schools and IDP camps in Tana Delta Sub County on Saturday. They announced that the ministry had already allocated funds for the renovation and relocation of schools to ensure smooth learning activities in the area. Machogu reported that funds had been set aside, which would be supplemented by the National Government…

JSS Teachers Seek Clarification on Employment Status Over 20,000 Junior Secondary School (JSS) teachers are urging the government to clarify their employment status following the withdrawal of the Finance Bill, 2024. These teachers, who have been working as interns for two years, are concerned about whether their positions will be converted to permanent roles as previously promised. President William Ruto indicated that some funds from the proposed bill were intended to employ JSS teachers. With the bill’s withdrawal, the teachers, represented by the National Parents Association, are left in uncertainty. Secretary General Eskimos Kobia emphasized that the progress made in…

Kenyan Teachers Urge Govt to Expedite Visa Process for US Jobs Kenyan teachers aiming for better-paying jobs in fast-paced countries like the United States have called on the government to expedite the visa application process to ease their travel arrangements. This appeal comes as the US Embassy continues to struggle with backlogs for Kenyans seeking travel permits. According to the teachers, hundreds routinely visit the US Embassy, but the visa application process is not only prolonged but also mired in bureaucratic hurdles. This situation has led some teachers to miss out on job opportunities. The teachers’ concerns follow recent announcements…

Kenya Flags Off Teachers to the United States for Job Placement The flag-off ceremony for Kenyan teachers who have secured job placements in the United States was graced on Saturday by Amb. Isaiya Kabira, Secretary of Investments & Entrepreneurship, and Ms. Irene Karari, Acting Director of the Skills and Expertise Division. This diaspora-led initiative is pivotal in the ongoing efforts by the Government through the State Department for Diaspora Affairs to source job opportunities abroad, further enhancing Kenya’s socio-economic development. The State Department for Diaspora Affairs says is committed to promoting the welfare of the Kenyan diaspora. The recruitment initiative…

KNEC Dispatches Certificate for 2022 and 2023 Teacher Education exams The Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) reported on Saturday, that some certificates for the 2022 and 2023 Teacher Education exams had been dispatched. In a Saturday statement, KNEC indicated that certificates for teachers who completed DSNE 2022 & 2023, ECDE 2023, and PTE 2023 had been sent to colleges. KNEC also mentioned that other certificates were still being processed and would be available soon. Certificates still being processed include UDPTE and UDECTE, expected to be ready next week. KNEC expressed regret for any delays and inconveniences caused, offering sincere apologies.…

TSC Exports First Batch of Kenyan Teachers to US for Employment The Kenyan Government dispatched the first group of teachers to the United States on Saturday. This move follows the policy and regulatory framework established by the State Department of Diaspora Affairs and the Teachers Service Commission in February 2024. Ambassador Isaiya Kabira, Secretary of Investments and Entrepreneurship, saw off the initial batch of teachers heading to the US. The State Department of Diaspora Affairs explained that this initiative aimed to enhance Kenya’s socio-economic development by securing job opportunities abroad. Join Our WhatsApp Channel “The recruitment initiative offers comprehensive support…