All Teachers to undergo Sign Language Training and schools funding model revised: Latest Education News Students under the Competency Based Curriculum (CBC) will have an additional opportunity to modify their preferred area of study in Senior Secondary school within two months of their enrollment. Simultaneously, the government has announced plans to formulate a new funding structure for senior schools aimed to commence in January when the initial CBC group moves from Junior to Senior Secondary school. The specifics are detailed in the ‘Final County Dialogue Report 2025’. This document presents an extensive overview of the Competency-Based Education (CBE) execution in…
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The TSC Medical Scheme Crisis Continues Since the SHA Refuses to Include Teachers The Social Health Authority (SHA) refused to take in the over 360,000 teachers and their families covered by the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) medical program, citing excessive costs and a lack of capacity, leaving their future uncertain. TSC CEO Nancy Macharia, speaking before the Education Committee of the National Assembly, disclosed that SHA needed Sh37 billion to onboard the instructors, even if the government set aside Sh20 billion for the initiative. This shortfall also prevented the now-defunct National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) from enrolling them. The budget…
Ministry of Education Initiates Two-Year In-Service Programme for TSC Teachers The Ministry of Education has begun the process of recruiting current Teachers Service Commission (TSC) personnel for a two-year full-time Diploma program in Special Needs Education (SNE), which will be offered at the Kenya Institute of Special Education (KISE) starting in 2025. This initiative particularly targets active teachers who wish to specialise in the education of students with disabilities, such as visual, physical, and hearing impairments; intellectual disabilities; autism; and deafblind education. Application Process and Submission Guidelines Eligible educators are urged to apply for the in-service training by acquiring the…
TSC is advised by KNUT to prioritize P1 teachers in the upcoming hiring process. In the upcoming hiring drive, the Kenya National Union of Teachers (KNUT), Kipkelion branch, is urging the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) to give priority to Primary Teacher 1 teachers. Branch Secretary David Bore expressed concern that, in spite of their commitment and contribution to the education industry, many skilled P1 teachers have been marginalized for many years. Bore made a plea to TSC in Kipkelion to take into account the plight of these teachers, who, he said, have been jobless or underemployed for far too long.…
MoE publishes guidelines for Grade 10 student placement, reversing decision on Mathematics selection. The Ministry of Education (MoE) has revealed the standards that will direct the placement of Grade 10 students under the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC). Senior school, encompassing Grades 10 to 12, will formally commence in January 2026, signifying the shift for the inaugural Grade 9 cohort. Commenting on Wednesday, the MoE deputy director, Fred Odhiambo, stated that there will be four classifications of senior schools, which include pathways, accommodation, gender, and special needs. The pathways are categorized into two; one representing Science Technology Engineering, Mathematics and Arts and…
As HELB doesn’t have enough money for their tuition, this is a setback for KMTC students. Due to a budgetary deficit, students at the Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) have not been able to get HELB loans. Under the current HELB framework, there is no money set aside for KMTC students, Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba informed members of the legislature. He clarified that not all establishments are immediately under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Education. Some, such as KMTC, route their funding through other ministries like Health. Ogamba was brought before the Education and Health Committees of the…
KUCCPS and Morendat Institute of Oil and Gas National Polytechnic Collaborate to Improve Access to Unique Courses Morendat Institute of Oil and Gas National Polytechnic has teamed up with KUCCPS’ student placement process to enhance access to its distinct oil and gas industry-focused courses. This collaboration comes after the institution’s elevation to a national polytechnic in September 2024. Five of its programs – Diploma in Petroleum Management, Diploma in Welding and Fabrication, Diploma in Analytical Chemistry, Diploma in Environmental Science and Certificate in Welding and Fabrication – have been listed on the Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS)…
A forensic audit was requested for Meru Polytechnic due to the disappearance of Sh120 million. Following the purported loss of Sh120 million as a result of payroll irregularities brought on by a malfunctioning Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system, members of parliament have requested a forensic audit of Meru National Polytechnic. After learning that some workers were receiving triple salaries and others were sharing identification information, the Public Investments Committee on Governance and Education, which is headed by Bumula MP Wamboka Wanami, is now considering charging the people who were accountable. During a meeting with Chief Principal Secretary Anderson Mutembei, who…
𝐒𝐞𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐬 𝐌𝐨𝐦𝐛𝐚𝐬𝐚 𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐬 The Senate Committee on Education has praised Mombasa County’s advancements in Early Childhood Development (ECD) due to its investment in infrastructure, feeding programs, and initiatives aimed at providing equal access to education. The committee, chaired by Senator Betty Montet, visited the area as part of their national oversight tour. In a briefing with Governor Abdulswamad Shariff Nassir, the senators learned that currently, the county has over 44,820 ECD learners spread across 94 public facilities, 24 special needs centers, and 955 registered private institutions. “We are dedicated to ensuring that every child in Mombasa receives…
KISE advert for 2 year In-service Diploma SNE course for TSC teachers REPUBLIC OF KENYA MINISTRY OF EDUCATION State Department of Basic Education RECRUITMENT OF SPECIAL NEEDS EDUCATION (SNE) DIPLOMA FULL TIME IN-SERVICE COURSE AT THE KENYA INSTITUTE OF SPECIAL EDUCATION (KISE) FOR YEAR 2025 1) All serving TSC teachers wishing to be considered for Admission to KISE for the two year full time SNE Diploma in-service course are informed that application forms are now available and can either be downloaded from the Ministry of Education Website www.education.go.ke or from the nearest CDE’s/SCDE’s offices. Click here to Download Diploma SNE…
Kenya Sign Language will now be a compulsory part of teacher training programs. This requirement is outlined in the final County Dialogue Report for 2025, which is set to be put into action. The report highlights this initiative as a response to the current shortage of teachers trained in special needs education. It states, “Incorporate Kenyan Sign Language as a fundamental skill in all teacher training programs to better support students with hearing impairments.” Kenyan Sign Language is a comprehensive course aimed at teaching the basics of sign language communication. It is available at various higher education institutions, including the…
National Schools to Provide All CBC Career Pathways Beginning 2026 In a significant reform of Kenya’s education framework, all national schools will be mandated to adopt all three senior school career pathways commencing January 2026, Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba has declared. This signifies a considerable change in the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC) implementation as the government seeks to foster inclusivity, diversity, and preparedness for the job market among students. The three pathways—Social Sciences, Arts and Sports, and Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM)—will be compulsory for all national schools. This action forms part of a wider shift intended to utilize…
Why SHA declined to enroll over 360,000 teachers for health coverage – TSC CEO reveals It has now come to light that the Social Health Authority (SHA) declined to enroll more than 360,000 teachers due to insufficient nationwide infrastructure. According to Teachers Service Commission (TSC) CEO Nancy Macharia, their attempts to include teachers into SHA failed after being informed that the insurer did not possess adequate structures nationwide to accommodate the teachers. While addressing the National Assembly Education Committee, Macharia informed MPs that the Commission has consistently desired to include teachers in a public insurance scheme, but this has not…
The Top KMTC Courses to Think About for a Fulfilling Career in Healthcare The Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) is one of the top schools in East Africa, providing specialized medical training to prepare students for a successful career in the healthcare sector. Selecting the appropriate course at KMTC can lead to a variety of career prospects in hospitals, clinics, research facilities, and community health initiatives as the need for healthcare professionals increases. For a satisfying and lucrative career in the healthcare sector, consider these top KMTC courses. 1. Diploma in Surgery and Clinical Medicine Students learn how to identify…
Ministry of Education Initiates Recruitment of Educators for Special Needs Education Programme The Ministry of Education has revealed the recruitment of current teachers for a full-time Special Needs Education (SNE) Diploma programme at the Kenya Institute of Special Education (KISE), set to commence in 2025. The programme is aimed at present Teachers Service Commission (TSC) staff who want to focus on instructing students with disabilities. In a statement, the ministry encouraged qualified teachers to submit their applications for the in-service course, with specialisations offered in domains like visual, physical, and hearing impairments; intellectual disabilities; autism; and deafblind education. Teachers interested…
The Education Ministry’s change of heart on mathematics in senior schools is a major triumph for parents and teachers. There has been a notable change in the mathematics curriculum for senior secondary schools, according to Julius Ogamba, the education cabinet secretary. An earlier decision allowing students to drop mathematics courses in accordance with their chosen course of study was overturned by the ministry. Ogamba stated, “At the senior school level, mathematics will be mandatory throughout all three pathways.” STEM students will learn pure mathematics, whereas those in other pathways will learn less complex versions of the subject. The news was…