Author: Hezron Rooy

Nakuru County Disburses Sh11.5 Million in Bursaries to Over 5,500 Students in Molo Sub-county. The County government of Nakuru has allocated Sh11.5 million in bursaries, benefitting over 5,500 students across various learning institutions in Molo sub-county. This initiative is part of the county’s broader efforts to enhance access to education for students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds. County Executive Committee (CEC) Member for Education, Zipporah Ngugi, emphasized the government’s dedication to ensuring that all students have equal opportunities to access education. Ngugi reiterated that the bursary initiative aligns with Governor Susan Kihika’s vision of equitable access to quality education for all.…

Rongai Sub-County Receives Sh14M Bursary Fund. Rongai Sub-County, located in Nakuru County, faces significant challenges in delivering quality education despite having numerous public schools. Many parts of the Sub-County are classified as Arid and Semi-Arid Lands (ASAL), where poverty severely limits families’ ability to support their children’s education. Bursary Fund Disbursed to Support Needy Students In a bid to address these challenges, the Nakuru County government disbursed the first tranche of its bursary fund, totaling Sh14,583,500. This financial assistance targets at least 3,600 needy students in public day schools and vocational training centers within the Soin, Visoi, Mosop, Menengai West,…

NYS Offers Lucrative Jobs in Israel with Salaries up to Sh350,000. The National Youth Service (NYS) has unveiled job openings in Israel, targeting its graduates for various construction and technical roles. The positions include 80 vacancies for construction carpenters, 80 for steel fixers, 50 for plasterers, 50 for tile masons, 40 for heavy machinery operators, 30 for plumbers, and 20 for electricians. There are also managerial roles such as 10 positions for civil engineers or civil foremen, eight for foremen in carpentry and steel fixing, six for foremen in plastering, and five for masonry foremen. Successful candidates will earn a…

Capitation Delays Push Schools into Financial Crisis. Government delays in releasing funds to public schools have left head teachers, workers, and learners in dire straits, with institutions struggling to provide basic services like food, sanitation, security, teaching materials, and electricity. The financial crisis has become so severe that some principals are avoiding their schools to escape the shame of struggling children and angry suppliers who camp at their offices daily. In a national secondary school at the Coast, salary arrears dating back to late 2024 have pushed non-teaching staff and contracted teachers into a go-slow. The school’s chief principal, who…

Transforming Waste Into Fuel: How Biogas Is Changing Kenyan Schools. Mahindu Secondary School in Nyandarua County, like many others in Kenya, has struggled with accessing affordable and reliable energy. Traditional energy methods not only incur high costs but also pose significant environmental challenges. However, an innovative project utilizing lavatory waste as a source of clean energy is changing this narrative. Nyandarua County, known for its water retention areas, often faces issues with sanitation. The school’s toilets frequently overflow due to the high water table, especially after rainfall. These conditions not only compromised hygiene but also created an unpleasant environment for…

Over 14,500 Classrooms Completed for Junior Secondary Learners – CS Ogamba. Significant progress has been made in building Junior Secondary School classrooms. According to the Ministry of Education, 14,500 classrooms have been constructed, with the remaining 1,500 set to be completed by the end of January. Education Cabinet Secretary (CS) Julius Ogamba stated that ensuring proper facilities is crucial for the seamless transition and learning experience of JSS students. “We have ensured that in each JSS there are a number of teachers capable of ensuring learning is going on. We have also provided the books. For example, in this school…

International Day of Education 2025: Addressing the Challenges of Kenya’s Education System. On International Day of Education 2025, the global community comes together to reflect on the critical role education plays in achieving sustainable development, peace, and prosperity. In Kenya, education is not only a fundamental right but also an essential driver of economic growth and social transformation. However, like many countries, Kenya faces significant challenges within its education sector that hinder the full realization of its educational potential. This year, as we observe this important day, it is vital to consider the strides Kenya has made in education and…

CS Ogamba Warns Head Teachers Against Sending Students Home, Pledges Timely Capitation Funds for Schools. The Education Cabinet Secretary, Julius Ogamba, has assured that the government will release Sh48 billion in capital grants to schools within the next two weeks. Migosi stated that head teachers must not send students home due to non-payment of fees. While speaking at a junior secondary school in Mombasa during the commissioning of four new classrooms, he warned that action would be taken against school heads who violated this directive. Migosi emphasized that it is unacceptable for head teachers to send learners home over capitation delays…

Education Cabinet Secretary (CS) Julius Ogamba says the Ministry of Education is collecting data on learners without birth certificates. This information will be shared with the Ministry of Interior to facilitate the issuance of certificates, enabling these children to register with SHA. To enroll a child under six months old in the health scheme, parents must provide a birth notification or a birth certificate, along with a passport-sized photo of the child. These documents are necessary to initiate the registration process. The government has stipulated that any individual intending to include their newborn in the scheme must notify the Health…

TSC Hires 76,000 Teachers, Retrains 70,000 The Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba has dismissed concerns about teacher shortages in Junior Secondary Schools, highlighting that 76,000 teachers had been hired and 70,000 retrained by the Teachers Service Commission (TSC). He confirmed that every JSS has adequate teachers and learning materials, with books provided on a one-to-one ratio for all subjects. In December, TSC Chief Executive Nancy Macharia reported that grades 7 to 9 require 149,350 teachers. The government has so far employed 76,928 teachers, meeting 51.5 percent of the demand. This leaves a deficit of 72,422 teachers, representing 48.5 percent of the…