Author: Hezron Rooy

Education CS Orders Immediate Resumption of Learning at Moi University after RTWF Agreement. Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Migosi Ogamba has directed the immediate resumption of academic activities at Moi University following a prolonged standoff between the administration and academic staff. The standoff, which involved other staff members as well, stemmed from disputes over payment of salaries, benefits, and other staffing issues, which had paralyzed operations at the renowned institution. The CS, alongside Principal Secretary for Higher Education and Research Dr. Beatrice Inyangala, facilitated the signing of a Return-to-Work Formula (RTWF) agreement between Moi University and staff unions, namely the University…

Migori County Partners with EIDU to Provide Digital Literacy to ECD Learners. Migori County has announced a partnership with EIDU, a technology-enhanced platform, to introduce digital learning in half of its Early Childhood Development Education (ECDE) centres. The initiative is set to benefit learners in 348 centres by 2025, providing them with digital tools to enhance foundational literacy and numeracy. The Migori County Executive Committee Member (CECM) for Education, Sports, and Youths, Rahab Robi, highlighted the advantages of the programme for younger learners. She explained that integrating digital skills into early education would equip children with the knowledge to shape…

Treasury to Release Ksh.5 Billion for NG-CDF by Thursday. The National Treasury has pledged to disburse Ksh.5 billion for the National Government Constituency Development Fund (NG-CDF) by Thursday this week. This commitment was communicated to MPs by National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula, who confirmed receiving a letter from Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi detailing the disbursement schedule. The Treasury assured that Ksh.5 billion would be released before MPs proceed on their long recess. From December to June next year, the Treasury plans to disburse Ksh.7 billion monthly. Wetangula emphasized that between January and June 2025, the same amount would be…

Ministry of Education Closure of Boarding Sections Sparks Criticism. A recent directive from the Ministry of Education to shut down boarding sections in 348 schools nationwide due to safety concerns has been met with widespread disapproval. Stakeholders argue that they were neither consulted nor involved in the decision-making process. Among the affected institutions is Trecer Preparatory School in Kisii, where the directors criticized the ministry for causing unnecessary panic among parents and learners. They insisted that no ministry officials had visited the school for any safety assessment, despite the ministry’s claims of prior engagement. “The letter says an assessment was…

Vacancy Announcement: HELB Seeks New CEO/Board Secretary. The Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) has declared a vacancy in the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Board Secretary role, inviting applications from qualified individuals. The announcement, made on Monday, December 2, 2024, outlined the job’s responsibilities and requirements, emphasizing the need for a transformative, dynamic, and self-driven leader. The Board highlighted that the CEO will be responsible for providing overall leadership, strategic direction, and operational guidance to enable HELB to achieve its objectives. The role entails designing institutional structures, optimizing financial technology (fintech), promoting customer-centered leadership, and driving sustainability. Additionally, the CEO…

Higher NSSF Deductions to Reduce Take-Home Pay for Kenyan Teachers. Kenyan employees, including teachers, will see reduced take-home pay starting February 2025 as the government plans to increase National Social Security Fund (NSSF) deductions to six percent. This move, aimed at boosting contributions to the security fund, will double the maximum monthly deduction from Ksh2160 to Ksh4320 for both employees and employers. Phased Implementation of the NSSF Act 2013 The adjustment is part of the phased implementation of the NSSF Act of 2013, which has been delayed for a decade due to legal challenges. The Act mandates a six percent…

Teachers Service Commission (TSC) Prepares for Major Teacher Replacements. The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) is gearing up to replace over 10,000 teachers set to retire by December after reaching the mandatory retirement age. While some of these retirees are school administrators, the majority are classroom teachers. The Commission faces scrutiny over how it plans to manage replacements, following complaints about last year’s flawed exercise. Despite receiving a Ksh 2.5 billion allocation from the Treasury in September 2023 to replace 6,000 teachers, TSC bypassed public advertisements for vacancies. Instead, these positions were reportedly distributed to politicians and Members of Parliament (MPs)…

TSC New Qualifications for Education Degrees in Kenya. The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) has updated the academic requirements for individuals intending to pursue a degree or diploma in education. Prospective teachers are urged to take note of these changes to avoid future complications and to share this information with young people interested in joining the teaching profession. New Requirements for a Bachelor’s Degree in Education Minimum Grades: Join Teachers Updates on Facebook Bridging Courses:Bridging courses will no longer be accepted to fulfill the above requirements. Previous Requirement:Earlier, candidates needed a minimum of C+ as the overall mean grade and C+…

TSC 4-Day CBC Retooling Programme for Junior Secondary Teachers: Venues, Dates & Activities. TSC, in collaboration with the Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC), will retool 56,000 JSS teachers, including those under internship. The training spans four days, targeting teachers handling languages, sciences, mathematics, humanities, and technical subjects. Attendees will receive allowances: up to KSh 12,000 for those in ASAL (Arid and Semi-Arid Lands) and hard-to-staff areas, and KSh 3,000 for teachers from other regions. Dr. Nancy Macharia, TSC CEO, highlighted in Parliament that the commission has recruited 48,550 teachers over two financial years to enhance JSS staffing. Of these, 39,550…

KNEC Releases Schedule for Grade 9 KJSEA Exams. The Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) has unveiled the timeline for the Grade 9 Kenya Junior School Education Assessment (KJSEA), scheduled to commence on 27th October 2025, concurrently with the Kenya Primary School Education Assessment (KPSEA). Grade 8 learners will advance to Grade 9 in January 2025, culminating their Junior Secondary School (JSS) education with the KJSEA in October 2025. The examination, comprising eleven examinable papers, is set to conclude on 6th November 2025. Piloting of KJSEA KNEC piloted the KJSEA earlier in 2024 with current Grade 8 learners from 235 schools.…