Author: Hezron Rooy

Primary Schools Urged to Adopt KPLAY for Innovative Learning Solutions. Primary schools in the coastal region are being encouraged to adopt the Kenya Play Project (KPLAY) learning system, as stakeholders in the education sector emphasize its positive impact on academic performance. The system, led by IREX, has introduced a more interactive approach to learning, resulting in improved outcomes. The Kenya Play Project (KPLAY), spearheaded by IREX, is a gender-responsive and holistic initiative designed to integrate Learning Through Play with Technology (LTPT) into primary education in Kwale and Kilifi counties. By incorporating local games, songs, and other interactive activities, the system aims…

Mount Kenya University Announces Job Openings at Thika Campus. Mount Kenya University (MKU) has revealed multiple job openings at its main campus in Thika. The available positions span across academic, administrative, and technical roles, providing a variety of opportunities for professionals in different fields. University Overview Mount Kenya University, a member of the Inter-University Council of East Africa and the Association of Commonwealth Universities, operates from its main campus in Thika. It also has campuses in several major Kenyan cities, including Nairobi, Mombasa, Nakuru, Eldoret, and Meru. Follow Teachers Updates Page On Facebook Additionally, the institution runs Open Distance and…

Oyuu Assures KNUT Teachers of a Better CBA for 2025-2029. The Kenya National Union of Teachers (KNUT) has reassured its members of a more favorable 2025-2029 Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) as it prepares to initiate negotiations with the government. Secretary General Collins Oyuu emphasized that they are focused on securing a CBA that prioritizes the needs of teachers, particularly regarding financial benefits. Oyuu revealed that the union has enlisted technocrats to draft the new CBA, ensuring that it addresses the most pressing concerns of teachers. He underscored that KNUT’s primary focus remains on improving teachers’ welfare, and the union has…

Politicians Defend CDF as Parliament Moves to Appeal Ruling. Kenyan leaders are standing firm in defense of the National Government Constituency Development Fund (NG-CDF), despite a recent court ruling declaring it unconstitutional. Parliament, meanwhile, is preparing to appeal the decision. A panel of three judges, comprising Justices Kanyi Kimondo, Roselyn Aburili, and Mugure Thande, declared the NG-CDF unconstitutional. Their ruling also allowed for a grace period of one year and eight months, meaning the fund will cease to exist by June 26, 2026. During this period, all ongoing NG-CDF projects are to be completed. The legal team representing the National…

UN Announces Multiple Job Openings in Nairobi: How to Apply. The United Nations has opened applications for multiple job positions in Nairobi, covering various departments and offices within Kenya. The recruitment process is entirely free of charge, and applicants are advised to be vigilant against potential scams. The UN stressed that it does not require any payment at any stage of the hiring process. In its job descriptions, the UN highlighted that it never charges fees during any part of the recruitment process, including application, interviews, processing, or training. It also does not request information about applicants’ bank accounts. The…

NYS Announces 215 Job Opportunities for Graduates Including Drivers – How to Apply. On Saturday, September 22, the National Youth Service (NYS) announced multiple job vacancies. Among these positions are drivers, TukTuk riders, and data entry clerks. The deadline for application submissions is set for Tuesday, September 24, 2024. Available Positions for NYS Graduates On September 21, the NYS stated that they are looking to recruit 215 graduates. These positions include: The NYS noted that the employer for the driver and TukTuk rider roles is a prominent manufacturer and distributor of industrial products. Follow Teachers Updates Page On Facebook This…

Grade Nine Textbooks Distribution to Begin Next Month. Starting next month, junior secondary schools in Molo Sub-County, Nakuru County, will begin receiving Grade Nine textbooks. The textbook distribution will take place between October 1, 2024, and January 31, 2025, covering over 20,000 schools assessed by the Ministry of Education as suitable for hosting Junior Secondary Schools. This effort is part of a broader government initiative aiming to distribute over 9.6 million textbooks to public primary schools across the country. The target is to provide textbooks for learners from Grade One to Grade Nine by next year. Dr. Belio Kipsang, Principal…

Education Ministry Pressured to Revert to Old Higher Education Funding Model. The Elimu Bora Working Group has called for the immediate disbandment of the 129-member committee that was recently appointed to evaluate the new university funding model. They urged the Ministry of Education to restore the previous model, stating that the current system has barred hundreds of thousands of students from accessing higher education. In their Sunday statement, the group insisted that the Ministry of Education should reinstate the old university funding structure to allow the large number of students who had been locked out of the education system to…

Abolishing NG-CDF Will Shift Fee Burden to Parents – Ndindi Nyoro. Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro has expressed concerns about the potential consequences of terminating the National Government-Constituency Development Fund (NG-CDF). He stated that ending the fund would increase the financial burden on parents, especially regarding school fees. Citing his own constituency as an example, he mentioned that day school students in Kiharu pay only Sh1,000 due to the support of the CDF. Nyoro urged the High Court to reconsider its decision, arguing that without the CDF, parents would be left to shoulder the costs of school fees and infrastructure development.…

MUSINGU SCHOOL GIFTS FOUR TOP ACADEMIC HEROES IN MOCK EXAM WITH A KQ FLIGHT TO JKIA. In yet another wave of celebrating academic prowess, Musingu High School has registered a higher notch. The top three students in the August MOCK exam together with their class teacher were elated to a prestigious award of boarding KQ flight from Kisumu International Airport enroute to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport ( JKIA) on Saturday 21st September 2024 at 7.40am. Emmanuel Boaz, Eugene Mate Sirho and Morgan Muchapa registered outstanding A grade in the 5 Star August MOCK that comprised six schools namely: St. Josephs…