Author: Hezron Rooy

Trainee Teachers Repeating Final Assessments Advised to Register for Resits Papers by 30th Dec. Trainee teachers who did not pass certain subjects or assessments have been directed to visit the nearest Teacher Training College (TTC) to register for their final resit assessments and examinations. The Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) emphasized the importance of completing this registration by 30th December 2024, as the final examinations and assessments are scheduled for November 2025. Exams Available for Registration KNEC outlined five key exams and assessments open for repeaters: Registration commenced on 7th November 2024 and will close on 30th December 2024. TTCs…

TSC Urges Teachers to Apply for Promotions Before Deadline. Application Process and Deadline The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) has called on educators to apply for the advertised promotion vacancies before the December 30, 2024, midnight deadline. This announcement follows the allocation of Ksh 1 billion by the Treasury to facilitate 19,943 teacher promotions, ranging from job group C1 to D4. The application process, which began on December 17, 2024, requires all submissions to be made online. TSC has invited qualified teachers from primary and post-primary institutions to apply for the available positions. Teachers who had previously applied under Advertisement 1…

TSC Reveals 72,422 Teacher Shortage in Junior Secondary Ahead of School Reopening. The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) has identified a pressing need for 72,422 additional teachers to mitigate the shortage in junior secondary schools (JSS). TSC CEO Dr. Nancy Macharia disclosed that 149,350 teachers are required to effectively manage Grades 7, 8, and 9, while the Commission currently has 76,928 teachers employed in JSS, meeting only 51.5% of the demand. The current workforce includes 39,550 JSS teachers recruited on internship terms, 8,378 P1 teachers deployed to JSS, and 9,000 teachers engaged on permanent and pensionable terms. Dr. Macharia stated that…

Teachers Demand Revised Leave Allowances, Seek Half of Basic Pay. Teachers across the country are urging the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) to review their annual leave allowances. A survey conducted by Teachers Arena revealed that most teachers advocate for leave allowances equivalent to half of their basic salaries, based on job groups. This adjustment would align their benefits closer to those received by civil servants. Teachers’ unions, including Knut, Kuppet, and Kusnet, have been encouraged to incorporate these demands into the ongoing negotiations for the 2025-2029 Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA). This push is seen as a necessary step to address…

7 Common Reasons Why Most Educated People End Poor. The Numbers Game: Maximizing Reach Wealth creation often hinges on reaching a large audience. Successful individuals either serve many people directly or collaborate with those who do. For instance, a footballer earns significantly more than a teacher because their value impacts millions simultaneously, whereas a teacher reaches a limited audience. Many educated people emphasize depth of knowledge but overlook the breadth of impact. In contrast, figures like J.K. Rowling amassed fortunes by selling over 400 million Harry Potter books. Similarly, teachers leveraging the internet to reach broader audiences have started to…

TSC Implements Mass Teacher Transfers Ahead of January 2025 School Reopening. With just few days remaining until schools reopen for the first term, the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) county and sub-county offices are overwhelmed with teacher transfer requests. These include applications from delocalized teachers seeking reassignment to their home counties, as well as transfer letters for local classroom teachers and school administrators. Many teachers who did not apply for transfers are expected to discover their reassignments in January when schools resume. Among those affected are Junior Secondary School (JSS) teachers, with a notable number being relocated to new institutions. Overview…

How to Add Your Child in the SHA Insurance Program. In light of widespread registration for the Social Health Authority (SHA) scheme nationwide, the government has streamlined the process of adding children to the health insurance program. Parents intending to register their biological child can now do so by logging into the SHA portal and inputting the child’s birth certificate number. For children under six months of age, additional documents, including a birth notification or birth certificate and a passport-size photograph, will be required. The government emphasized that parents must notify the Health Authority at least 14 days in advance…

Laikipia County Grants Automatic Bursaries to Inmates’ Children. Governor Joshua Irungu has announced that children of inmates serving sentences in Laikipia County’s correctional facilities will automatically qualify for educational bursary scholarships. This initiative aims to alleviate the financial burden on incarcerated parents and provide their children with access to education. During a visit to the Nanyuki GK remand, Rumuruti, and Nyahururu prisons, Governor Irungu assured inmates that their children’s education would be prioritized. He acknowledged that parents serving jail terms lacked income sources and pledged his administration’s commitment to supporting their families. While addressing the inmates, to whom he had…

TSC’s New Promotion Policy Sparks Fear Among Teachers. Teachers across the country are expressing deep concerns following a controversial decision by the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) to lower the criteria for promoting school administrators. Reduction in Acting Duration Sparks Doubts Educators are worried that the forthcoming promotion interviews may not be conducted fairly after the Commission reduced the required acting period for administrative positions to six months. This is a significant drop from the previous requirement, which initially stood at eight years but was reduced to three years during last year’s promotion cycle. In the latest promotion advertisement, TSC has…

15 Underrated Habits Poor People do to remain Poor. Some everyday behaviors may appear harmless but significantly contribute to poverty. This article explores 15 often-overlooked habits that perpetuate financial struggles and hinder personal growth. The Power of the Mind Careless Mindset ManagementThe mind is our greatest asset, comparable to fertile land—what you plant is what you harvest. Many poor people neglect to cultivate their minds, often indulging in shallow entertainment or harboring resentment toward the successful. To transform your life, begin by nurturing your mind with positivity and knowledge. Dwelling on Past Mistakes Lingering on FailuresEveryone makes mistakes, but poor…