Author: Hezron Rooy

P.C.E.A. Tumutumu School of Nursing: Courses Offered and Fee Structure. P.C.E.A. Tumutumu Training College is well-regarded for producing nurses who are competitive on a global scale. The institution offers a range of courses, reflecting its dedication to nurturing healthcare professionals with excellence. Prospective students should review the Tumutumu School of Nursing fees structure before applying. Tumutumu Hospital Training College is accredited by the Nursing Council of Kenya, Kenya Nutrition and Dietetics, and T.V.E.T.A. It aims to deliver high-quality education, preparing learners to embark on successful healthcare careers and positively impact their communities. Tumutumu School of Nursing Fees Structure Tumutumu School…

KNUT Seeks CPG Review or a Shift Back to Scheme of Service for Teachers Promotion. The Kenya National Union of Teachers (KNUT) has called for a thorough review of the Career Progression Guidelines (CPG) or a return to the Scheme of Service for teacher promotions. During a session with the Public Petitions Committee in the National Assembly, led by Secretary General Collins Oyuu, KNUT expressed concerns about the guidelines. They emphasized that the current framework does not clearly align work performance with career advancement. Key Concerns Raised by KNUT In their petition addressing issues such as the deployment of classroom…

Sironga Girls School: Student Dies After Allegedly Jumping From 2nd Floor. A 17-year-old Form 4 student at Sironga Girls National School in Nyamira County, identified as Mitchell Chepto, has been confirmed dead after allegedly jumping from the second floor of the school building. The incident occurred at around 5 a.m. on Saturday as students were waking up to prepare for Sabbath. According to the school’s principal, Jane Nyanumba, some students who were hanging clothes witnessed Mitchell falling from the second floor. Join Teachers Updates on Facebook She was immediately rushed to Nyamira County Referral Hospital but was pronounced dead upon…

KNUT Secretary-General Calls for the Merger of All Teacher Unions. The Kenya National Union of Teachers (KNUT) has called for the consolidation of all teachers’ unions in the country into a single, powerful federation to better champion the rights of educators. The proposal comes just weeks after KNUT and the Kenya Union of Post Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET) parted ways before a planned nationwide strike, which weakened its impact. Collins Oyuu, Secretary-General of KNUT, emphasized that the division among teachers’ unions dilutes their bargaining power. He expressed that a unified federation would amplify the teachers’ collective voice in negotiations with…

Government to Fund Learners with Disabilities in Private Schools – Bill. Learners with disabilities in private schools may soon receive government funding if the proposed Learners with Disability Bill, 2023, is passed into law by parliament. The bill seeks to extend financial aid to both public and private schools that offer special needs education. If adopted, the bill mandates the Education Cabinet Secretary to regulate the distribution of funds between public and private institutions. The proposed legislation specifies that the Cabinet Secretary will be responsible for setting funding procedures, provisions, and minimum standards for subsidies to special education schools, ensuring…

KUPPET Rejects 46,000 JSS Teachers Recruitment Via Competitive Process. The Kenya Union of Post-Primary Education Teachers (Kuppet) has rejected the government’s proposal to hire intern teachers on permanent terms through a competitive process. The union argued that the plan contradicts promises made by the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) regarding the employment of interns. Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba informed the National Assembly Committee on Education that 46,000 teachers would be hired competitively, in compliance with the Constitution and relevant laws. He stated that successful candidates would be confirmed in their positions by January 1, 2025, according to the approved budgetary…

Bungoma South KNUT Branch By-Election Halted Indefinitely. The by-election for the Bungoma South branch of the Kenya National Union of Teachers (KNUT) has been suspended until further notice. This decision came after an issue was identified during the voting process. Missing Teachers in the Register The election had initially begun smoothly, but over 200 teachers were found to be missing from the voter register. Join Teachers Updates on Facebook This prompted Labour Officer Madam Bahati, through Secretary General Collins Henry Oyuu, to halt the proceedings. Assurance of a Future Election Secretary General Oyuu assured the teachers of Bungoma South that…

Uasin Gishu Parents Protest Brutal Punishment of Students for Failing Set Book Questions. Five Form 2 students from Songoliet Secondary School in Uasin Gishu County were left with knee injuries after they were subjected to harsh punishment by their Kiswahili teacher. The students had failed to respond to questions from a set book during two trials, which led to the punitive action. The incident has sparked outrage among parents and guardians, who are now calling on the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) to intervene. Parents’ Outcry Parents of the affected students, alongside other concerned guardians, stormed the school, demanding accountability from…

TSC Implements Ban on Personal Emails for Official Communication. The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) has observed irregularities in communication practices among its staff, prompting the introduction of a ban on using personal emails for official correspondence. In a memo dated September 26, 2024, addressed to all ICT personnel and signed by Director of ICT Cyrus Kamau, the commission reminded its employees that personal email accounts are no longer permitted for official communication. The director emphasized that official TSC email accounts have been provided to all staff members. He encouraged any employee facing difficulties with email access to report the issue…

KICD Rationalized Curriculum Books 2025: CBC Books With Class Readers (PP1,PP2 & Grade 1 to 9). Pre-Primary Curriculum Learning AreaPP1PP2Mathematics ActivitiesFun with Mathematics ActivitiesFun with Mathematics ActivitiesLanguage ActivitiesFun with Language ActivitiesFun with Language ActivitiesEnvironmental ActivitiesFun with Environmental ActivitiesFun with Environmental ActivitiesCRE (Christian Religious Education)Fun with CRE ActivitiesFun with CRE ActivitiesCreative Activities–IRE (Islamic Religious Education)–KICD Rationalized Curriculum Books 2025: CBC Books With Class Readers (PP1,PP2 & Grade 1 to 9). Recommended Readers For both English and Kiswahili, teachers and parents are advised to purchase any two readers from EAEP. Below are suggested options: English Readers: Join Teachers Updates on Facebook Kiswahili Readers: Additional…