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Moi University Begins Dismissal and Suspension of Striking Staff Amidst Return-to-Work Struggles. Moi University academic staff have encountered a significant obstacle in resuming their duties, as the university’s administration has initiated the issuance of dismissal and suspension letters to leaders of academic staff unions. On Tuesday, Busolo Wegesa, Chapter Secretary of the University Academic Staff Union (UASU) at Moi University, confirmed to the media that this decision has substantially hindered the resumption of academic activities at the institution despite its reopening. Wegesa reported that all leaders of university staff unions have been given dismissal notices. A prominent official from the…

2,911 TSC Promotion Vacancies for Deputy Head Teacher II (Primary), T-Scale 9: Apply. The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) is inviting applications for the position of Deputy Head Teacher II (Primary), T-Scale 9, as advertised in Advert No. 04/2024. There are 2,911 vacancies available for qualified teachers seeking advancement in primary school leadership. Position Details Join Teachers Updates on Facebook Requirements for Appointment Candidates must meet the following qualifications to be considered for the role: Application Process Eligible candidates should apply online through the TSC portal at www.teachersonline.go.ke by November 18, 2024, at midnight. Manual applications will not be considered. As…

TSC 1,208 Promotion Vacancies for Head Teacher (Primary), T-Scale 10: How to Apply. The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) has issued a call for applications for the position of Head Teacher (Primary), T-Scale 10, as part of Advert No. 03/2024. A total of 1,208 vacancies are available for qualified candidates. Position Details Join Teachers Updates on Facebook Requirements for Appointment To be eligible for the Head Teacher (Primary) position, candidates must meet the following criteria: Application Process Qualified applicants should submit their applications via the TSC online portal at www.teachersonline.go.ke no later than November 18, 2024, at midnight. Manual applications are…

TSC Publishes 816 Promotion Vacancies for Deputy Principal III (Post Primary), T-Scale 11 The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) has announced openings for the position of Deputy Principal III (Post Primary), T-Scale 11, under Advert No. 02/2024. There are a total of 816 vacancies for this role, offering a significant opportunity for qualified educators to advance into leadership positions. Position Details Join Teachers Updates on Facebook Requirements for Appointment To qualify for this position, applicants must fulfill the following criteria: Application Process Candidates who meet the eligibility requirements should submit their applications online through the TSC portal at www.teachersonline.go.ke by November…

TSC Advertises 755 Promotion Positions for School Principal: (D2-D3, T-SCALE 13) – Requirements & How to Apply. The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) has opened applications for the position of Principal (Post Primary), T-Scale 13, under Advert No. 01/2024. There are 755 positions available in this role for qualified teachers. In line with the Career Progression Guidelines, the Commission is seeking qualified applicants for various positions, including principals, deputy principals, headteachers, and deputy headteachers. Position Details Join Teachers Updates on Facebook Requirements for Appointment To be eligible for the position, applicants must meet the following criteria: Application Process Interested candidates are…

University of Nairobi Orders Striking Lecturers Back to Work or Face Action. The University of Nairobi (UoN) has instructed its academic staff to immediately return to work despite the ongoing nationwide lecturers’ strike. The industrial action, which started on October 29, was launched by lecturers from public universities in response to delays in salary arrears and demands for a pay raise. Acting Vice-Chancellor Margaret Hutchinson reported that the strike has not only disrupted teaching and learning activities at Kenya’s largest university but has also impacted other essential functions, including research and community service. Hutchinson conveyed the university management’s acknowledgment of…

Teachers Service Commission (TSC) Announces 5,690 School Promotion Vacancies: How to Apply. The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) has announced vacancies for nearly 5,700 school leadership positions, inviting applications from qualified teachers across the country. These openings include roles for Principals, Deputy Principals, Headteachers, and Deputy Headteachers in both primary and post-primary institutions. Available Positions and Requirements The TSC is offering positions as part of its mandate to uphold professional standards and support career progression in teaching. Here’s a breakdown of the advertised vacancies: PositionAdvert No.GradeT-ScaleVacanciesPrincipal (Post Primary)01/2024D313755Deputy Principal III (Post Primary)02/2024D111816Headteacher (Primary)03/2024C5101,208Deputy Headteacher II (Primary)04/2024C492,911Total5,690Teachers Service Commission (TSC) Announces 5,690…

KCSE Supervisors Arrested for Leaking Exam Paper in Marsabit. An exam supervisor in Marsabit County is being detained at Marsabit Police Station following allegations of holding copies of Kenya’s national Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) exam papers. Marsabit County Police Commander Leonard Kimaiyo reported that the arrest took place around 4 p.m. on Monday after officers from the Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) apprehended the suspect. He confirmed that eight copies of the Kiswahili literature exam paper were found in the supervisor’s possession. Join Teachers Updates on Facebook Authorities have launched further investigations to assess the full extent of…

Nakuru County Launches Training of Trainers (TOT) program for ECDE Officers and Supervisors. The County Government of Nakuru, through its Department of Education, is collaborating with EIDU to launch a Training of Trainers (TOT) program aimed at Early Childhood Development Education (ECDE) Programme Officers and Supervisors. This initiative is centered around the EIDU Tayari program, designed to improve pre-primary education within the county. Trained TOTs will subsequently pass on this knowledge to ECDE teachers across Nakuru County. The primary goal of this training is to empower teachers with the skills needed to implement the Tayari Methodology for delivering the Competency-Based…

Four More Suspects Arrested Over the Death of KCSE Candidate at Shiners Boys High School. Police have arrested four more suspects in connection with the murder of a KCSE candidate at Shiners Boys High School in Nakuru. This follows the stabbing death of the student over the weekend, which has shocked the school community. The suspects, including the prime suspect identified as a Sudanese national, are currently in police custody, awaiting arraignment after completing their KCSE exams. The fatal incident took place on Saturday night following a confrontation among four candidates that escalated into violence. According to eyewitness accounts, noise…