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Mike Kihaki

Kuppet in school closure threat over delayed funding

The Kenya Union of Post Primary Education Teachers has issued a one-week ultimatum for the government to disburse funds to schools.

Kuppet in school closure threat over delayed funding

Revealed: School fees scandal amid looming shutdown

Revealed: School fees scandal amid looming shutdown

NSSF unveils reforms to boost financial inclusion, expand coverage

NSSF unveils reforms to boost financial inclusion, expand coverage

Where are alumni as universities struggle?

Where are alumni as universities struggle?

TUK lecturers threaten to down tools over delayed salaries

Learning could be disrupted yet again in some public universities after lecturers and other staff threatened to down tools over delayed salaries.

TUK lecturers threaten to down tools over delayed salaries

Alarm over funding for growing number of varsity freshers

226,391 students have qualified for university entry this year, a significant increase from previous year’s 201,133.

Alarm over funding for growing number of varsity freshers

Boys face barriers to education, leading to rising dropout rates

With more girls completing secondary education and excelling in exams, concern has been raised over growing number of boys’ low KCSE grades

Boys face barriers to education, leading to rising dropout rates

TVETs open doors for students who missed university entry mark

The government has assured learners that Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institutions are ready to accommodate them.

TVETs open doors for students who missed university entry mark

The shameful return of exam cheats

Education CS revealed this is the highest number of cancellations since 2016.

The shameful return of exam cheats

Administrators, traders reel from effects of missing Form One class

As secondary schools opened on Monday for the first term this year, school administrators and business people are grappling with the reality of the lack of Form One admissions.

Administrators, traders reel from effects of missing Form One class

Shadow of uncertainty stalks poor varsity students

The future of thousands of government-sponsored university students is uncertain following the High Court ruling that declared the funding model unconstitutional.

Shadow of uncertainty stalks poor varsity students

Form One shocker for schools, traders

As secondary schools opened on Monday for first term this year, institutions managers and business persons are grappling with the reality of lack of Form One admissions.

Form One shocker for schools, traders

Questions over students safety as schools open amid protests threat

Civil society groups on X (formerly Twitter) have mobilised for nationwide demonstrations Monday to protest abductions and extrajudicial killings.

Questions over students safety as schools open amid protests threat

Classrooms and teachers crises greet transition to Grade Nine

Kenya’s education sector is preparing for significant changes as the first cohort of students under the new Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC) transitions into Grade 9 this week.

Classrooms and teachers crises greet transition to Grade Nine

Back to school: Why 2025 will be a defining moment for CBC transition

The CBC is set for a pivotal moment when schools reopen this January, as the pioneer class prepares to join Grade Nine

Back to school: Why 2025 will be a defining moment for CBC transition

Textbook shortage and rising costs strain parents as schools reopen

some parents are already trooping to bookshops and uniforms stores to avoid last minutes rush ahead of schools opening in the first week of January.

Textbook shortage and rising costs strain parents as schools reopen

Nairobi lights up, despite harsh economic hardship

On Tuesday night, it was a beehive of activities as the celebratory mood engulfed the capital city where people danced in churches and entertainment joints.

Nairobi lights up, despite harsh economic hardship

Leaders share messages of hope, best wishes to mark Christmas

Leaders across the divide urge Kenyans to show hope, compassion, and be responsible during this festive season.

Leaders share messages of hope, best wishes to mark Christmas

Carols chorus: Christmas magic that is timeless melodies and joy

Christmas carols have long been the heart and soul of the holiday season, evoking joy, nostalgia, and the spirit of togetherness.

Carols chorus: Christmas magic that is timeless melodies and joy

Passengers robbed of more than Sh400,000 after accepting 'lift'

Police in Athi River are investigating an incident where a man and a woman, were robbed of over Sh409,000 and other valuables by a gang who pretended to offer them a lift to Mombasa.

Passengers robbed of more than Sh400,000 after accepting 'lift'

New Year, new health promise: SHA will be easy to use, says PS

Health and Medical Services PS Harry Kimtai said SHA has come up with new incentives to woo Kenyans to register for the health scheme and debunk negative publicity.

New Year, new health promise: SHA will be easy to use, says PS

Shadowy cartels run cement theft syndicate in Athi River

Authorities have uncovered production and distribution of substandard cement, sparking alarm over safety of Kenya’s construction sector.

Shadowy cartels run cement theft syndicate in Athi River

CBC on track to shape the future, Ogamba says

Education CS Julius Ogamba has defended implementation of the Competency-Based Curriculum, calling it a transformative system that will shape Kenya’s future.

CBC on track to shape the future, Ogamba says

Knec prepares teachers ahead of Grade 9 assessment

A team of selected teachers is brainstorming on challenges of Kenya Junior Secondary Education Assessment (KJSEA) ahead of Grade 9 evaluation next year.

Knec prepares teachers ahead of Grade 9 assessment

Family in agony over missing daughter

The family of Maxine Tabitha Wainaina is in distress following the disappearance of the teen.

Family in agony over missing daughter

Oparanya reflects on first 100 days in office

Cooperatives Cabinet Secretary Wycliffe Oparanya has said he is committed to transforming the cooperatives sector and empowering small businesses to uplift the country from poverty.

Oparanya reflects on first 100 days in office

Women blame financial instability, retrogressive practices for GBV

Kajiado Deputy Governor Martin Moshisho said financial instability, poverty, illiteracy and traditional cultural practices often place women at a higher risk of violence and abuse.

Women blame financial instability, retrogressive practices for GBV

Koome promises to look into judicial intergrity

Chief Justice Martha Koome has reaffirmed her commitment to upholding integrity and rebuilding public trust in Kenya’s justice system.

Koome promises to look into judicial intergrity

The funding headache squeezing universities

As the December exams loom, universities across the country are on the brink of financial collapse, leaving thousands of students in a state of uncertainty and despair.

The funding headache squeezing universities

Western Kenya politicians fault churches' stand on donations

MPs argue that some mainstream churches are established and are supported by mother churches abroad while some local churches survive on donations to run their activities.

Western Kenya politicians fault churches' stand on donations

Early boarding: A child's safety, education, and emotional well-being at stake

The rising trend of sending children as young as seven to boarding schools has sparked heated debate.

Early boarding: A child's safety, education, and emotional well-being at stake

Schools claim they were unfairly targeted in boarding closure order

There is confusion following the government’s directive to shut down 348 boarding sections in primary schools for failing to meet safety standards.

Schools claim they were unfairly targeted in boarding closure order

KenGen picks Alfred Agoi as chairman to drive growth

Sabatia MP Alfred Agoi Masadia has been appointed KenGen board chairman, replacing Julius Ogamba.

KenGen picks Alfred Agoi as chairman to drive growth

Do not close boarding schools, state told

Stakeholders argue that the closure of boarding schools is a reactive measure and fault the state for failing to act promptly or provide alternative solutions.

Do not close boarding schools, state told

Which way for Kenyan universities?

Universities are grappling with underfunding, with the majority forced to look for ways to keep the institutions afloat.

Which way for Kenyan universities?

Outrage over proposed law to gag tech workers

Senator Aaron Cheruiyot says the Bill would not undermine workers’ rights, as Kenyan labour laws would still apply in employment disputes.

Outrage over proposed law to gag tech workers

Leadership overhaul is the solution to Moi University woes, Alumni

Moi University alumni are seeking the removal of the institution's Vice Chancellor Prof Isaac Kosgey.

Leadership overhaul is the solution to Moi University woes, Alumni

Standard CEO meets former employees, addresses pay delays and recovery plan

The meeting addressed the numerous challenges facing the company, including delays in payments owed to both current and former employees.

Standard CEO meets former employees, addresses pay delays and recovery plan

Save Moi University from collapse, alumni plead with government

Moi University alumni are voicing concerns about the institution’s decline as mismanagement and underfunding push their alma mater to the brink of collapse.

Save Moi University from collapse, alumni plead with government

Unending strikes, crash programs breeding unbaked graduates

Employers have already begun raising concerns about the quality of graduates entering the workforce in a post-strike world.

Unending strikes, crash programs breeding unbaked graduates

Lecturers' endless fight for better pay and terms

For decades, lecturers in public universities have contended with broken promises, meagre pay, and delayed salaries.

Lecturers' endless fight for better pay and terms

State elevates five technical institutes to national polytechnics

The government has announced the elevation of five technical training institutes (TTIs) to national polytechnics.

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State elevates five technical institutes to national polytechnics

Connecting faith and heritage: Bible lessons for African children

From ancient Egypt to Ethiopia and beyond, children encounter people, places, and events that demonstrate Africa’s deep influence in the biblical narrative.

By 2 months ago

Connecting faith and heritage: Bible lessons for African children

Promotion boost for teachers as TSC declares 5,690 vacancies open

New promotions offer relief to teachers in newly established schools in light of CBC implementation.

By 2 months ago

Promotion boost for teachers as TSC declares 5,690 vacancies open

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