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Lecturers' strike called off
University staff unions call off strike after agreeing to two-phase payment of Sh7. 9b, first tranche in November and another in July 2026, UASU Sec-Gen Wasonga says; strike lasted 49 days.
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Lecturers' strike called off
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Parents brace for fee hike as Grade 9 learners move to senior school
As the KJSEA concluded on Monday, the government has hinted that the next academic level could come with increased school fees, determined by the learning pathway each student pursues.
By 4 days ago
Parents brace for fee hike as Grade 9 learners move to senior school
KUSU blames varsity stalemate on poor governance by vice chancellors
KUSU SG Charles Mukhwaya accuses public university VCs of poor governance and a lack of transparency, blaming them for the prolonged stalemate in negotiating and implementing workers CBAs
By 3 days ago
KUSU blames varsity stalemate on poor governance by vice chancellors
Ruto calls for global unity at Doha Summit
President Ruto urges world leaders to avoid elevating one UN pillar over others, says global unity on social development has weakened.
By 3 days ago
Ruto calls for global unity at Doha Summit
Government anchors CBET to equip youth with practical skills
The government has reaffirmed its commitment to building a skilled and future-ready workforce through the full rollout of the Competency-Based Education and Training (CBET).
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Government anchors CBET to equip youth with practical skills
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KCSE candidates begin written exams today amid tight security
The 2025 KCSE written examination begins Monday, with candidates sitting for English Paper 1 in the morning and Chemistry Paper 1 in the afternoon separated by a four-hour break.
By 5 days ago
KCSE candidates begin written exams today amid tight security
Landslide claims 14 learners in Elgeyo Marakwet, PS Bitok says
Fourteen school-going children are among the 29 people confirmed dead following a landslide that struck parts of Marakwet East in Elgeyo Marakwet County on Saturday.
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Landslide claims 14 learners in Elgeyo Marakwet, PS Bitok says
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Why Ruto's congratulatory message to Samia Suluhu has divided Kenyans
President William Ruto’s congratulatory message to Tanzania’s re-elected leader Samia Suluhu Hassan has sparked heated debate among Kenyans.
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Why Ruto's congratulatory message to Samia Suluhu has divided Kenyans
Mo Ibrahim Foundation condemns Tanzania unrest, warns of threat to democracy
The Mo Ibrahim Foundation has condemned the ongoing violence and repression in Tanzania following days of deadly protests.
By 4 days ago
Mo Ibrahim Foundation condemns Tanzania unrest, warns of threat to democracy
Mixed reactions as Samia Suluhu wins election
A day after her victory was announced, Tanzania’s President Samia Suluhu Hassan is facing divided regional and domestic reactions.
By 5 days ago
Mixed reactions as Samia Suluhu wins election
University Fund faces bottlenecks in Student-Centered Model as enrollment surges
Kenya’s higher education sector is facing fresh funding pressures despite reforms aimed at  promoting equity and accountability under the Student-Centered Funding Model (SCFM).
By 5 days ago
University Fund faces bottlenecks in Student-Centered Model as enrollment surges
Ruto unveils Sh4 trillion plan to propel Kenya from third to first world economy
President William Ruto outline Sh4 trillion infrastructure and productivity plan aimed at moving Kenya from a third-world to a first-world economy within the next three decades, without raising taxes.
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Ruto unveils Sh4 trillion plan to propel Kenya from third to first world economy
University alumni urge dialogue to end prolonged lecturers' strike
University alumni association has raised its concern on the ongoing strike in the education sector, warning that the prolonged industrial action is harming students, parents, and the education system.
By 5 days ago
University alumni urge dialogue to end prolonged lecturers' strike
Leaders urge Kenyans to shun divisive politics, back Ruto's government
Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi likens the current political landscape to a stormy sea that requires steadiness and teamwork.
By 5 days ago
Leaders urge Kenyans to shun divisive politics, back Ruto's government
Teach for Kenya graduates 84 education leaders
Eighty-four young leaders have completed the two-year Teach for Kenya Fellowship, a program aimed at transforming education in underserved communities.
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Teach for Kenya graduates 84 education leaders
IFRC launches Sh2.1 billion appeal to save Kenyans from climate crisis
Stakeholders are warning that devastating mix of drought, floods, and disease outbreaks threatens millions of lives across the country’s Arid and Semi-Arid Lands (ASALs).
By 8 days ago
IFRC launches Sh2.1 billion appeal to save Kenyans from climate crisis
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Government moves to resolve exam transport challenges amid floods
The government has announced a series of measures to address logistical challenges affecting the delivery of national examination papers, particularly in regions hit by heavy rains and flooding.
By 9 days ago
Government moves to resolve exam transport challenges amid floods
National exams continue smoothly countrywide amid budget constraints
The Kenya Junior School Education Assessment (KJSEA) has entered its fourth day, with candidates currently completing the Integrated Science exam for one hour and forty minutes.
By 8 days ago
National exams continue smoothly countrywide amid budget constraints
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Inside exam security operation to safeguard national assessments
Dr. Omollo said no major incidents had been reported since the Kenya Primary School Education Assessment (KPSEA) and Kenya Junior School Education Assessment (KJSEA) began on Monday.
By 9 days ago
Inside exam security operation to safeguard national assessments
CS Ogamba mulls airlifting test papers as questions raised over remuneration of examiners
Drones and helicopters could soon be a common means for delivering national assessment papers to schools.
By 9 days ago
CS Ogamba mulls airlifting test papers as questions raised over remuneration of examiners
Senators question Ministry over Kenya's readiness for 2025 Deaflympics
Kenya’s preparations for the upcoming 25th Summer Deaflympics in Tokyo, Japan, have come under scrutiny from the Senate Committee on Labour and Social Welfare.
By 9 days ago
Senators question Ministry over Kenya's readiness for 2025 Deaflympics
CAVB President Hajij calls for broader growth in men and beach volleyball
The President of the Confederation of African Volleyball (CAVB), Bouchra Hajij, has lauded Kenya’s dominance in women’s volleyball.
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CAVB President Hajij calls for broader growth in men and beach volleyball
Havi: Why we demand the release of Kenyan activists
Former LSK President Nelson Havi calls for the immediate release of two Kenyan activists allegedly abducted in Uganda while attending opposition politician Bobi Wine’s presidential campaign.
By 10 days ago
Havi: Why we demand the release of Kenyan activists
Exams proceeding smoothly, PS Bitok says as Grade 6 and 9 sit day two papers
Basic Education Principal Secretary Dr. Julius Bitok has assured the public that the ongoing national assessments are progressing smoothly.
By 10 days ago
Exams proceeding smoothly, PS Bitok says as Grade 6 and 9 sit day two papers
Government pushes Recognition of Prior Learning to unlock hidden skills
Labour Principal Secretary Shadrack Mwadime, said the move is a transformative initiative under the Skills Initiative for Africa (SIFA) project.
By 10 days ago
Government pushes Recognition of Prior Learning to unlock hidden skills
Exams kicks off under new anti-cheating measures
The national examinations season officially began on Monday under heightened security and new anti-cheating innovations, marking a major milestone in the country’s ongoing education reforms.
By 11 days ago
Exams kicks off under new anti-cheating measures
Students warned against divisive and tribal politics
Governance expert and Pan-African scholar Prof. PLO Lumumba has raised concerns over the growing wave of political rhetoric and tribal polarization in the country.
By 12 days ago
Students warned against divisive and tribal politics
Stakeholders warn of textbook crisis ahead of Grade 10 rollout
Education stakeholders urge the government to urgently resolve a payment dispute with publishers to avert a looming textbook crisis as the first cohort of CBE join senior school in January 2026.
By 12 days ago
Stakeholders warn of textbook crisis ahead of Grade 10 rollout
Mudavadi urges Kenyans to embrace technology for agricultural growth
Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has called on Kenyans to embrace innovation, data, and technology as the driving forces of modern agriculture.
By 12 days ago
Mudavadi urges Kenyans to embrace technology for agricultural growth
KNEC rolls out landmark CBC assessments for Grade 6 and 9 learners
Kenya’s education system is marking another milestone this week as the Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) begins administering  two major assessments under the CBC.
By 12 days ago
KNEC rolls out landmark CBC assessments for Grade 6 and 9 learners
KNLS champions digital transformation for learners
The Kenya National Library Service (KNLS) has reaffirmed its commitment to shaping Kenya’s knowledge and information landscape in learners across the country.
By 15 days ago
KNLS champions digital transformation for learners
United Opposition moves to build team to unseat Ruto in 2027
Leaders of the emerging United Opposition are putting structures in place to accommodate more members as they race to form a credible national alternative ahead of the 2027 General Election.
By 15 days ago
United Opposition moves to build team to unseat Ruto in 2027
Kenya triumphs at East Africa catchball cup in Kampala
Kenya emerged as the overall winner at the 2025 East Africa Catchball Cup Championship held at the Archbishop Paul Ssemogerere Sports Arena in Kampala, Uganda,
By 15 days ago
Kenya triumphs at East Africa catchball cup in Kampala
ODM shall weather the storm - Otiende Amollo says following Raila's death
The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) is not in turmoil but in transition, Rarieda Member of Parliament Otiende Amollo says.
By 16 days ago
ODM shall weather the storm - Otiende Amollo says following Raila's death
Parliament must guard its independence, says Otiende Amollo
Rarieda Member of Parliament Otiende Amollo has warned that Kenya’s Parliament is increasingly losing its independence in legislative affairs.
By 16 days ago
Parliament must guard its independence, says Otiende Amollo
Top researchers, innovators and educators awarded
During Mashujaa Day celebrations at Ithookwe Stadium in Kitui on Monday, President William Ruto recognised several scholars and innovators.
By 17 days ago
Top researchers, innovators and educators awarded
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All systems go as 2025 KCSE exams start, CBC awaits next week
The 2025 KCSE examination begins Tuesday and will be followed by KJSEA and KPSEA concurrently next week for three days.
By 18 days ago
All systems go as 2025 KCSE exams start, CBC awaits next week
Gachagua was wrong to skip Raila's burial, says Tony Gachoka
On the day Kenya bid farewell to its most iconic opposition leader, Gachagua was reportedly celebrating his wife Dorcas’ birthday, an act many saw as a personal misstep.
By 17 days ago
Gachagua was wrong to skip Raila's burial, says Tony Gachoka
Senegal's President Faye joins Kenyans in celebrating Mashujaa Day
Senegal's President Bassirou Diomaye Faye chief guest, arrives at Ithookwe Stadium in Kitui County for Mashujaa Day celebrations' received by Deputy President Kithure Kindiki.
By 18 days ago
Senegal's President Faye joins Kenyans in celebrating Mashujaa Day
Colour, culture and rhythm light up Mashujaa Day in Kitui
The rhythm, colour, and cultural splendour of Eastern Kenya took centre stage at this year’s Mashujaa Day celebrations as Ithookwe Stadium in Kitui burst into honour of Kenya’s heroes and heroines.
By 18 days ago
Colour, culture and rhythm light up Mashujaa Day in Kitui
Too little too late: Why Ruto has failed Kenyans trapped in Russia
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