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Grade 9 Classroom Construction on Track, Education CS Ogamba Assures. Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba provided an update on the progress of classroom construction for Grade 9, confirming that it is advancing in several phases. According to Ogamba, the initial phase of 3,500 classrooms has been completed. The second phase, which includes 7,500 classrooms, is 57 percent finished, while the third phase, consisting of 5,000 classrooms, is at various stages of construction. He assured that by the January school opening, all 16,000 targeted classrooms should be ready to accommodate students transitioning into Grade 9. In addressing staffing requirements, Ogamba announced…

Another KCSE Student Collapse and Dies in Murang’a. A Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) candidate from Gakui Secondary School collapsed and later died on Tuesday evening, marking another tragic event amid the national exams. The student reportedly collapsed on Tuesday afternoon and was swiftly taken to a nearby health center. Unfortunately, she succumbed to her condition an hour later while receiving treatment. Kandara Deputy County Commissioner Peter Maina confirmed the incident, explaining that although the student was initially admitted with a pulse, efforts to save her life proved unsuccessful. Maina noted that the collapse happened in full view of…

Student Among Five Arrested in Baringo for KCSE Examination Malpractice. In a recent crackdown on Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) exam malpractice, five individuals, including a student, were arrested in Baringo County for their alleged involvement in cheating. This arrest is part of an ongoing effort by the Ministry of Education and law enforcement agencies to maintain exam integrity amid rising concerns of organized cheating. The incident follows a larger crackdown at Kebabe SDA Secondary School in Kisii County, where 31 mobile phones containing KCSE exam questions and answers were seized. Nineteen school officials, including teachers and the center…

Anestar Premier Student Sits KCSE Exams in Fear After Assault and Threats by Peers. A student from Anestar Premier High School in Lanet, Nakuru County, is sitting for his Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) exams under intense fear following threats from peers. Months after being assaulted by fellow students, he now faces additional intimidation, raising concerns about learner safety in schools. The student’s mother, identified as Lynn Franco, noted her son had been limping when he returned home during the August holiday. Upon questioning, he revealed he had been bullied and assaulted by two boys. Concerned for his well-being,…

No Student Involvement in KCSE Cheating, “All Arrested Are Adults,” Says Education CS Ogamba. Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Migos Ogamba assured the public that no students have been involved in cheating in the ongoing Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) exams. He clarified that recent arrests for examination malpractice primarily concern adults and not the candidates themselves, underscoring the government’s commitment to maintaining exam integrity. Ogamba commended the collaborative multi-agency approach being employed to secure the KCSE exams. According to him, this year’s security measures have been strengthened by effective teamwork among various agencies, enabling preemptive actions against potential cheating…

KCSE Exam Cheating Cases Reported in Several Counties. Numerous cases of examination malpractice have emerged as the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) exams progress across various counties. Officials are working diligently to preserve the exams’ integrity, as multiple breaches were detected on Tuesday, November 12. Exam Violations in Baringo County In Baringo County, a police officer identified a malpractice incident during the Christian Religious Education (CRE) Paper 1 at St. Mary’s Secondary School. PC Samuel Nyamawi from the Salawa Police Post observed suspicious behavior from a candidate, who was found concealing a Nokia C200 mobile phone between his thighs.…

KCSE Girl Dies of Kidney and Heart Complications in Migori. A Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) candidate in Migori County tragically passed away while undergoing treatment for severe kidney and heart complications. Moline Atieno, a 19-year-old student from Okumbo Mixed Secondary School, had been taking her exams from the Migori County Referral Hospital due to her medical condition. Atieno had been admitted to the hospital on October 15, where she remained under close medical supervision to manage her condition. Her passing occurred on Tuesday evening at approximately 6:30 PM, despite ongoing medical interventions. Join Teachers Updates on Facebook According…

KCSE Candidate Collapses in Exam Room After Slaps by Education Official. A Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) student at Sironga Girls High School in Nyamira County collapsed on Tuesday morning after reportedly being slapped multiple times by an official from the Ministry of Education. The incident unfolded during the morning exam session, in an exam room at the school located in the Bogichora area. The Ministry official, Beatrice Kendi, a quality assurance officer, conducted a routine inspection in the exam room around 9 a.m. when she reportedly noticed the candidate chewing something that appeared suspicious. According to a police…

TSC Intern Recruitment: What Next After Verification and Validation Exercise? As the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) completes its verification exercise for teacher recruitment, successful applicants can expect a few additional steps before final confirmation of their roles. Here’s a breakdown of the process that will follow, ensuring clarity and transparency for all candidates. Finalizing the Sub-County Merit List Upon completion of interviews, each sub-county will compile a Merit List, ranking candidates based on interview performance. This list will be communicated to all applicants, marking the end of the interview phase. In Junior Secondary Special Schools, the Sub-County Selection Panel will…

New Funding Model Suspension Leaves Over 200,000 University Students in Limbo. Public universities are again facing a significant financial crisis, with the government halting funding for over 200,000 students after a September court order ruled the new funding model illegal. This freeze affects scholarships and loans, leaving thousands of students unsupported and threatening institutional operations. Many students may be barred from sitting end-of-semester exams due to unpaid fees, as universities face an impending financial collapse. Without government funds, universities require students to settle outstanding tuition fees to sit exams. Many institutions have issued ultimatums to students, demanding full payment before…