Author: Hezron Rooy

Language Experts Push For Mandatory Kiswahili Instruction in Schools Kiswahili professionals in the country are now advocating for educational reforms that would make the language compulsory. They think that schools from nursery to university should prioritize and teach the language.On April 6, a roundtable discussion of Kiswahili specialists at Ufungamano House in Nairobi revealed this. Supporters of Kiswahili argue that national affairs have not given the language enough attention. According to Kamukunji MP Yusuf Hassan, experts and the state should abandon the notion of Kiswahili as an optional subject and make it mandatory in schools. “We want the government, through…

TSC Salary/Allowances for Teachers in Grade C1 (T Scale 6): Secondary Teacher III, Lecturer III, and Primary Teacher I The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) salary structure for teachers is crucial to maintaining quality education and educator well-being. Among the many grades and scales, Grade C1 – T Scale 6 is especially important for Secondary Teacher III, Lecturer III, and Primary Teacher I positions. In this article, we will look at the salary framework for teachers at this grade level, including compensation packages, allowances, and other relevant aspects that influence their earnings. Understanding these details is critical not only for teachers…

TSC Salary and Allowances for Deputy Principals and Senior Masters: Job Grade D2 (T Scale 12)  For years, Kenyan teachers have fought for more pay and better working conditions. The 2021–2025 CBA was initially viewed as a substantial step toward addressing these concerns. However, the amendment was signed on August 28, 2023, resulting in adjustments to the remuneration structure that teachers had long sought. To promote teacher morale and motivation, the Teachers Service Commission announced a significant compensation increase for Deputy Principals II and Senior Masters 1. In Grade D2 (T Scale 12), Deputy Principals II and Senior Masters I…

Salary and allowances for TSC Deputy Principals and Headteachers (Job Grade C5, T-10) The TSC has issued a full update to the salary points for Deputy Principals IV, Senior Master III, Senior Lecturer III, Headteacher, Senior Master of Special Needs Education (SNE), and Headteacher/Deputy Principal I. Deputy Principals IV and Headteachers of Job Grade C5 T-10 are responsible for important administrative and management duties inside schools, which contribute to the overall development and success of the education sector. As a result, the TSC has developed a structured remuneration framework to attract and retain skilled professionals for these leadership positions. TSC…

TSC Job Group C4 T-9 Salary and Allowance: Senior Lecturer, Senior Master, SNE Senior Teacher TSC Salary and allowance system for teachers at the Senior Master IV, Senior Lecturer IV, Senior Teacher-SNE (Special Needs Education), and Deputy Headteacher II levels. Senior Lecturers, Senior Masters, and Special Needs Education (SNE) Senior Teachers, all members of the C4 T-9 job group, play critical roles in the education system. In this overview, we will look at the TSC’s salary and allowance structure for professionals in these sought-after professions, giving light to the financial aspects that come with their dedicated commitment to molding the…

TSC Salary and Allowances for Secondary Teacher II, Lecturer II, and Special Needs Teacher (Primary/Senior Teacher II) in Grade C2, T SCALE 7. The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) is responsible for developing remuneration packages for various teaching cadres, guaranteeing fair compensation that recognizes teachers’ vital contributions to the nation’s educational landscape. This article focuses on the salary and allowances for teachers in Grade C2 – T SCALE 7. This group includes lecturers, primary school teachers, special needs education (SNE) teachers, secondary school teachers, and senior teachers. Understanding the complexities of these financial arrangements is critical for teachers to make sound…

TSC Salaries: Senior Master II, Deputy Principal III, Senior Headteacher, and Senior Lecturer II; (Grade D1- T Scale-11) Welcome to our comprehensive reference to the most recent Teachers Service Commission (TSC) pay for essential educational professions, with a focus on Senior Master II, Deputy Principals III, Senior Headteacher, and Senior Lecturer II in Grade D1 on the T Scale-11. As the educational landscape develops, teachers and education professionals must understand the existing pay schemes. In this overview, we hope to present you with up-to-date and accurate information on the TSC new salary, ensuring you are well-informed on the financial elements…

World Bank Report: Kenya Tops Sub-Saharan Africa in Children’s Human Capital Index (HCI) According to the World Bank’s April 2024 Africa Pulse Report, the number of households with primary school-aged children that do not attend school has declined from 17 percent in 2005 to 5 percent in 2021. This decline is due to the government’s efforts to provide free primary education to its population. As a result, the country experienced substantial growth while also reducing poverty and inequality.  Furthermore, many Kenyan households are resilient to market price fluctuations and inflation in a variety of commodities. Market-oriented reforms and advances in…

KNEC Confesses to Mistakes in 2023 KCSE Grade Anomalies On Tuesday, April 9, the Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) confessed a mistake in its printing of the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE). According to KNEC, the system glitch resulted in the removal of minus indications (-) for certain grades. This meant that some students’ grades were printed as a D (plain) rather than a D- (minus). The National Assembly Education Committee questioned Education Cabinet Secretary Ezekiel Machogu and KNEC Chief Executive Officer David Njengere about grade disparities in the 2023 KCSE exams, revealing this information. The committee learned during…

NTSA Begins School Bus Inspection as Government Effects New Changes The government has banned unauthorized Public Service Vehicles (PSVs) from operating on Kenyan roadways with immediate effect. Transport Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has issued a harsh warning that unlawful PSVs, such as Noah, Probox, and Voxies, will be impounded and their owners and operators punished under traffic regulations. Murkomen has also mandated that all school buses be inspected by May 1, 2024, in an effort to reduce the country’s increasing number of road accidents. The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) will conduct the exercise. FOLLOW TEACHERS UPDATES ON X…