Author: Hezron Rooy

Merishaw School Tops in 2024 KCSE: Two Years Meteoric Rise. Located 64 kilometers from Nairobi in Isinya, Kajiado County, Merishaw School has emerged as Kenya’s top-performing institution in the 2024 Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) examinations. The school, a relatively new entrant in the academic arena, attained an impressive A- mean grade of 10.5686 in its maiden KCSE attempt, solidifying its place as an academic powerhouse. A Legacy Rooted in Excellence Merishaw School’s rapid ascent to the top began in May 2022 with an initial enrolment of 96 students. By early 2023, the number had risen to 400, doubling…

Top 200 Schools Nationally and Mean Scores in 2024 KCSE Results. Schools from metropolitan counties, particularly Nairobi and Kiambu, dominated the top 10 list. Apart from Kajiado’s Merishaw and Nandi’s Kapsabet Boys, all other top 10 institutions were from these regions. Top 200 Schools Nationally and Mean Scores in 2024 KCSE Results Here’s a list of some of the Top 200 Schools Nationally and Mean Scores in 2024 KCSE Results Read Also: 2024 KCSE Results: Kapsabet Boys and Kabarak Dominate in Rift Valley Comparison to 2023 Top Schools In 2023, only Kapsabet Boys retained its spot in the top five…

Five Renowned Schools Whose 2024 KCSE Results Have Been Withheld. Education Cabinet Secretary Migos Ogamba presented the 2024 Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) results on Thursday, January 9, 2024, at Mtihani House. Ogamba disclosed that 962,512 candidates had participated in the exams, but the results of 2,899 students were withheld due to suspected malpractice. Additionally, the Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) confirmed that the results of 840 students were nullified after proven cases of cheating. Investigations into the withheld results are ongoing and are expected to conclude within 30 days. Several prominent schools were among those affected by the…

Trade Unions Registrar Rejects UASU Constitution Changes. The acting registrar of trade unions, Anne Kanake, has rejected the proposed changes to the Universities’ Academic Staff Union (UASU) Constitution. Her decision highlights concerns over procedural irregularities and insufficient documentation. In a letter dated December 20, 2024, Kanake addressed the National Secretary General of UASU, stating that the registration of the proposed constitutional amendments could not proceed. She required UASU to address objections raised by members and provide a detailed schedule comparing the amendments with the previous constitution. Kanake noted that the union failed to furnish the registrar’s office with the required…

“Overperformance?” The Unusual Case of Lugulu Girls’ KCSE Results. The Kenya National Examination Council (KNEC) recently withheld the 2024 Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) results of Lugulu Girls High School, sparking concerns and speculation among parents and students. Contrary to claims circulating online, the results were not cancelled but withheld for further verification due to an exceptional performance by the students. Kimilili Member of Parliament Didmus Barasa has refuted claims that the Kenya National Examination Council (KNEC) cancelled the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) results for Lugulu Girls High School. While speaking to his constituents on Saturday, January…

List of Top-Performing National Schools (KCSE 2024 Results). The Education Cabinet Secretary, Migos Ogamba, released the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) 2024 results on Thursday, January 9, 2024. The announcement highlighted the performance of national schools, which excelled in the competitive national exams. Ogamba stated that 962,512 candidates participated in the examinations, reaffirming the government’s dedication to improving higher education opportunities. However, irregularities led to the nullification of results for 840 candidates, while results for 2,899 candidates remain under investigation for up to 30 days. National government schools demonstrated exceptional performance, securing the majority of top grades. These schools…

Education Ministry Rolls Out July KCSE Retake Exams. Students who miss the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) or wish to repeat it now have a chance to retake the exams mid-year. The Ministry of Education has announced that starting this July, mid-year examinations will be administered to provide an alternative for students who miss one or more papers due to unavoidable circumstances. The Ministry explained that the mid-year examinations aim to support candidates whose results are compromised due to illness, emergencies, or incomplete papers. These exams also provide an opportunity for adults who wish to sit for the KCSE.…

2024 KCSE Shockers: Little-Known Schools Make Stunning Surprise. Last year’s KCSE results brought surprises, as little-known schools emerged as top performers. Merishaw Academy in Isinya, Kajiado County, took the nation by storm with a mean score of 10.57, surpassing academic giants to top the national rankings. The school excelled in six subjects, including Christian Religious Education and Physics, solidifying its elite status. Principal David Kariuki attributed the school’s success to strategic planning and growth, noting that its student population expanded from 96 in 2022 to 800 in 2024. He expressed pride in their achievement, stating, “We set a target of…

Old Giants Bounce Back to Reclaim Academic Glory: KCSE Results. Prominent Kenyan schools made a triumphant return in last year’s KCSE examinations, reclaiming their top positions with impressive grades in the recently released results. Alliance High School, Kapsabet Boys, Kenya High, Starehe Boys, and Strathmore School demonstrated their enduring academic prowess. Starehe Boys Centre was a standout, achieving a mean score of 10.1, marking a significant recovery after years of underperformance. This was part of a remarkable showing by traditional giants, with Alliance High School securing a mean score of 10.31, placing second nationally. Kapsabet Boys (10.15), Kenya High (10.13),…

Higher Education Faces Funding Crisis Amid Historic 22.5% Increase in 2024 KCSE University Qualifiers The 2024 Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) results have marked a historic milestone, with 246,391 candidates attaining the minimum university entry grade of C+ and above. This represents a significant increase of 45,258 students compared to the 201,133 qualifiers in 2023, highlighting a 22.5% growth. Additionally, 49.41% of candidates scored C- and above, qualifying for diploma programs in Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institutions. The total number of candidates sitting the examination also rose by 7.19%, from 903,260 in 2023 to 962,512 in…