KCSE National Exams Not Leaked, Says Education PS.
Basic Education Principal Secretary (PS) Belio Kipsang’ refuted allegations of national examination leaks, affirming that this year’s exams were managed efficiently with minimal issues.
He expressed confidence in the government’s ability to conduct fair and transparent exams while commending stakeholders involved in monitoring and invigilation.
According to the PS, the country did not experience any significant challenges or malpractices. However, isolated cases were reported, including instances where private examination centers attempted to breach regulations by sneaking in mobile phones or impersonating candidates.
Kipsang’ noted that early exposure occurred in rare situations where individuals took photographs of already-opened exam papers but emphasized that these occurrences were minimal.
Examination Conclusion and Marking Readiness
The PS confirmed that examination processes would conclude by November 22, after which marking would commence. He assured the public of examiners’ readiness for the task, reiterating that the ministry remains committed to maintaining the integrity of the examination process.
“This year, we changed strategy. All our exams are personalized. When a student allows their paper to be photographed that paper is traced to an individual to ensure people take personal responsibility,” the PS said.
While addressing malpractice, Kipsang’ clarified that the ministry and the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) would not penalize entire schools or examination centers for the actions of a few individuals.
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He urged educators to adhere to guidelines, noting that lapses in security measures would primarily harm those directly responsible.
Kipsang’ highlighted the Ministry of ICT’s efforts in combating cybercrime, which contributed significantly to safeguarding the examination process. He praised their technological interventions, which helped ensure exam security and deter potential malpractice.
Progress in CBC Implementation
The PS outlined the ministry’s ongoing preparations for the transition to Senior School under the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC). Learners in the first CBC cohort are set to join Senior School in January 2026.
He revealed that 11 legislative bills would be tabled in Parliament to anchor CBC implementation, ensuring a smooth transition for learners from Grade 12 to tertiary education both locally and abroad.
To accommodate the transition, the government is finalizing the construction of 11,000 classrooms, with plans to hire 20,000 additional teachers to support CBC rollout.
Members of Parliament were allocated a conditional grant of Ksh4 billion through the National Government Constituency Development Fund (NGCDF) to build classrooms, with a matching contribution required.
Kipsang’ disclosed that the government aims to construct 18,000 classrooms by January next year to meet CBC infrastructure demands.
Preparing Learners for Global Competencies
The PS emphasized the significance of the ongoing educational reform, which shifts the system from early learning stages, such as PP1 and PP2, to Junior and Senior School.
He explained that the curriculum aims to equip learners with relevant skills and competencies rather than merely imparting knowledge.
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Through extensive national consultations and needs assessments, the ministry has aligned the education system to global trends, including research advancements and innovative approaches.
Kipsang’ reiterated the importance of preparing Kenyan children for a competitive and evolving world.
KCSE National Exams Not Leaked, Says Education PS.
