Author: Hezron Rooy

Kenyan Universities Funding Crisis as December Exams Approach. As December exams draw near, universities across Kenya are grappling with a financial crisis that threatens to disrupt the academic calendar and leave thousands of students in despair. For the past four months, these institutions have struggled to operate under severe financial strain. This crisis has been exacerbated by the suspension of the government’s new funding model for higher education, following a court ruling in September. The model, which aimed to allocate scholarships and loans based on students’ financial capacities, was declared illegal, leaving institutions without essential funding. Consequently, universities are unable…

Kenyan Graduates Gain Competitive Edge in International Job Market. Kenyan graduates often face challenges accessing the global job market due to limited knowledge and exposure. Many talented individuals fail to take advantage of international opportunities, leaving their potential untapped. Mount Kenya University (MKU) and Roadstar Inc celebrated five years of collaboration last week, a partnership that has been instrumental in producing globally competitive graduates. This milestone coincided with MKU’s 26th graduation ceremony, which highlighted the theme, “Internationalisation of University Education Towards Development of a Competitive Global Workforce.” The partnership has significantly contributed to the university’s goal of shaping professionals who…

JKUAT Provides Update on Hostel Fire, Outlines Next Steps. The management of Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT) has disclosed details about a fire that broke out early Tuesday morning in one of the student hostels. The fire affected 88 students who were accommodated on the second floor of the hostel. Personal effects and valuables belonging to the students were destroyed in the blaze. The incident resulted in minor injuries among some students, all of whom have been treated and discharged from the hospital, except for three who remain under observation at the university hospital. JKUAT has assured…

TSC to Advertise 19,000 Promotion Vacancies for Teachers, says Nancy Macharia. The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) CEO, Dr. Nancy Macharia, has announced that at least 19,000 promotion vacancies will be made available for classroom teachers. She made the statement during the 64th Kenya National Union of Teachers (Knut) Annual Delegates Conference (ADC) at Sheikh Zayed Hall in Mombasa. Macharia urged teachers to apply once the vacancies are officially advertised. The event saw the presence of several key Knut officials, including Secretary General Collins Oyuu, Chairman Patrick Karinga, and Vice Chairmen Malel Lagat and Aggrey Namisi. Other notable attendees included Knut…

KNEC Warns Against Scams Offering KCSE Grade Changes. The Kenya National Examination Council (KNEC) has dismissed claims regarding a new grading system for the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) exams. Through a post on X, KNEC stated that the grading system circulating online is fake, emphasizing that the grading process for the November exams has not yet been finalized. Last week, KNEC addressed allegations suggesting that KCSE marks were being altered for students who had paid for the service. The council’s Chief Executive Officer, David Njengere, clarified that online posts purporting to offer mark changes were false and misleading.…

Court Orders JKUAT to Pay Sh53.8 million After Nakuru Campus Closure. Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT) has been directed to pay Kwanza Estates Limited three months’ rent and renovation costs amounting to Sh53.8 million after shutting down its Nakuru Campus in January 2021. The Supreme Court upheld the payment following a dispute over breach of contract. The Supreme Court ruled in favor of Kwanza Estates, awarding the company three months’ rent of Sh13.8 million and reaffirming an earlier Sh40 million payment for renovation costs. The case was presided over by a five-judge bench led by Justice Mohamed…

How to Check KCSE Results, Apply for KUCCPS, and Register for SHIF Among Kenya’s Top Google Search Trends in 2024. On Tuesday, Google released Kenya’s top search trends for the year 2024, highlighting diverse interests and inquiries among Kenyans. The report covers various categories, including “how-to” questions that captured the public’s curiosity. Top “How-To” Searches 1. How to Check KCSE Results 2023 The most-searched query was how to check the 2023 Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) results. These exams concluded on November 24, 2023, with results announced in January 2024. 2. How to Update the Token Meter Kenyans also…

JKUAT Hostel Fire Sends Seven Students to Hospital. On Tuesday, December 10, confusion erupted at Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT) after a fire broke out in one of the hostels while students were asleep. The incident, which occurred at 3 a.m., forced students to flee for safety when Hall 5 was engulfed in flames. Seven students sustained injuries during the early morning incident. They were promptly rushed to the hospital by the university management for further treatment. Firefighters and disaster management teams arrived swiftly at the scene, successfully containing the blaze before it could spread to nearby…

National Parents Association Backs Government’s Decision to Close 348 Boarding Schools. The National Parents Association (NPA) has expressed strong support for the government’s decision to shut down 348 boarding schools, terming the move timely and necessary. The Ministry of Education, standing firm on its decision, stated that the schools would remain closed until they meet the required safety standards. The NPA commended the Ministry’s action, noting that it followed prior identification of safety gaps in the affected schools. Eskimos Kobia, the National Secretary General of NPA, emphasized that congestion and inadequate safety measures in schools had led to the loss…

Government Announces 56 Job Vacancies Across Various Departments: How to Apply The government has recently revealed that 56 job vacancies are now available across multiple departments and institutions. Vacancies in the State Department for Sports The State Department for Sports has announced 18 positions, which include six vacancies for Senior Assistant Sports Registrars. These roles involve various duties, such as analysing and processing registration applications for sports organisations, licensing professional sports bodies and athletes, and handling litigation for the Office. Additionally, responsibilities include verifying the compliance of submitted documents, conducting name searches for new sports organisations, and managing information in…