Author: Hezron Rooy

TSC Begins Document Verification Process for Teaching Applicants on Monday. The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) is set to initiate the document authentication process for teaching applicants starting this Monday. This verification is a crucial step in the recruitment process, ensuring that all candidates meet the specified qualifications and possess genuine academic and professional credentials. Key Documents Required for Verification All applicants must present both original and clear photocopies of essential documents, which will be reviewed by TSC’s selection panel. The required documents include: Join Teachers Updates on Facebook Note: Provisional transcripts will not be accepted, emphasizing the need for complete…

TVET Trainer Shortage in Kenya Reaches 9,000 Amid Rising Enrollment. The latest report from Kenya’s Ministry of Education reveals an acute shortage of trainers in the Technical, Vocational Education and Training (TVET) sector, impacting the sector’s capacity to accommodate the rising enrollment in recent years. As of FY 2023/24, TVET institutions require 9,121 more trainers to meet demand. The TVET Sub-Sector Report, released in October 2024, outlines the increase in trainer demand. Since FY 2021/22, requirements escalated from 12,066 to 16,518 trainers in FY 2023/24. However, out of the 16,518 trainers needed in FY 2023/24, only 7,397 were in position,…

P1 Teachers Pursue Court Action Over Unpaid Salary Arrears from TSC. The dispute between P1 teachers with ‘A’ level qualifications and the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) has returned to court as the teachers pursue Ksh3.45 billion in unpaid arrears. In an October 16, 2024, letter from lawyer Titus Kirui, the teachers issued TSC a 14-day deadline to ensure these arrears are included in the 2024/2025 financial budget. If unmet, they intend to escalate the matter to the Employment and Labour Relations Court (ELRC) for formal recovery proceedings. This legal move follows the teachers’ observation that TSC misled the Senate Committee,…

Kenya Faces Digital Freedom Crisis as Telegram Bans Major Teachers Platforms. Kenyans are now grappling with the reality of a potential digital clampdown following the government’s recent decision to restrict access to Telegram, a widely-used social media app. The abrupt outage of the app has sparked concerns about a new “digital dictatorship” that might curtail online freedoms. The restriction began on November 8, leaving thousands of Kenyans unable to access Telegram for hours, which ignited outrage across platforms, especially Twitter, where citizens and influencers demanded explanations. The Communication Authority of Kenya (CAK) admitted responsibility for the shutdown, explaining that it…

Head Teachers Push for Pay Rise and Promotions to Job Group D2 and D3. Over 15,000 primary school head teachers are campaigning for salary increases and career advancement to principal positions, arguing that their responsibilities have grown significantly. The 25th annual Kenya Primary School Heads Association (Kepsha) conference concluded on Thursday with head teachers urging for an increase in capitation funding, aligning with recommendations from the Presidential Working Party on Education. Kepsha members also demanded a change in the grading system to allow primary school head teachers to advance from job group D1 to D2 or D3. Currently, D1 is…

KUPPET Wants Junior Secondary Domiciled in Secondary Schools. The Kenya Union of Post Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET) is urging the government to relocate Junior Secondary School (JSS) to secondary schools rather than primary schools, emphasizing the need to address infrastructure and staffing challenges. KUPPET argues that the shift will prevent potential disruptions in education due to unpreparedness and inadequate facilities. Two years after the government introduced JSS, KUPPET officials expressed concerns about its implementation. They cautioned that schools might not meet the required infrastructure standards by January 2025, risking a crisis. Join Teachers Updates on Facebook “We know very well…

KUPPET Pushes for Consolidation of Education Funds for Free Education. The Kenya Union of Post Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET) has proposed consolidating all educational funds, including the Constituency Development Fund (CDF) and various bursary funds, into a single pool. KUPPET argue that this approach would help streamline funding, enable better resource allocation, and ultimately provide free education from primary through university levels. They added that such measures could also support salary increments for teachers by over 40%, attributing the current inefficiencies to corruption. KUPPET underscored the lack of adequate resources and facilities in primary schools to support effective JSS education.…

Another KCSE Candidate Dies After Lack of Medical Cover. In Shinyalu, Kakamega County, a family is grieving the sudden death of their son, a Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) candidate, who passed away at home due to the lack of medical cover for hospitalization. The deceased, Eugene Makale, reportedly began with a sore throat, which later escalated, ultimately claiming his life. Makale’s father recounted that his son had fallen seriously ill in the evening and had trouble swallowing food due to intense throat pain. As the illness progressed, they were forced to rely on over-the-counter drugs purchased from a…

Candidates and Parents Defrauded in KCSE Exam Paper Scam on Telegram As the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) exams proceed, social media fraudsters have exploited candidates, teachers, and parents by promising unauthorized access to exam papers. An investigation by NTV has uncovered a widespread scam on Telegram, where fraudsters are exploiting the ongoing KCSE exams. According to the report, scammers advertise access to the KCSE papers for a specified fee, promising that the amount paid will determine the number of exam papers a person can access. Fraudsters are reportedly taking photos of exam papers during or immediately after they…

Telegram Restricted in Kenya to Combat KCSE Exam Cheating: Suspension Schedule. In the past week, Telegram users in Kenya have reported a significant drop in the app’s response rate. Whether in accessing chats, loading images, or joining groups, numerous users have struggled with the platform. The cause behind this limited functionality has now been revealed to be a temporary restriction imposed within the country. Exam-Related Restrictions on Telegram The Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) exams began on Monday, November 4, prompting a series of restrictions on social media usage. Join Teachers Updates on Facebook Telegram has been a particular…