CS Ogamba Clarifies the Situation on Making Mathematics an Optional Subject Following days of increasing public pressure and confusion, the Ministry of Education has amended its contentious suggestion to make Mathematics an optional subject within the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC). Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba clarified the situation during the CBC National Conversation event that took place at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) on Thursday, April 24. “The majority of the stakeholders during the CBC dialogue felt that Mathematics ought to be required in senior school,” Ogamba stated. “We have taken your concerns into account, consulted with KICD, and come…
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Ndindi Nyoro Honors More Than 1,000 Graduates at Kiharu Kiharu Member of Parliament, Ndindi Nyoro, has acknowledged over 1,000 youth from his constituency who successfully finished various short courses at the Kiharu Fanikisha Program, an initiative entirely funded by the National Government Constituency Development Fund (NG-CDF). The graduation ceremony, held at a local venue in Kiharu, gathered the youth, their families, and local leaders to commemorate the achievements of the graduands. Speaking at the event, Nyoro highlighted the significance of skill development and empowerment for young individuals in his constituency. “This program is a demonstration of our dedication to equipping…
The Social Health Authority (SHA) has opted not to enroll over 360,000 teachers in health coverage due to insufficient nationwide infrastructure. Nancy Macharia, the CEO of the Teachers Service Commission (TSC), explained that their attempts to integrate teachers into SHA were unsuccessful because the insurer lacks the necessary structures to support them across the country. During a session with the National Assembly Education Committee, Macharia expressed the TSC’s longstanding desire to include teachers in a public insurance scheme, which has yet to materialize. “Last year, when we faced issues with Minet, we aimed to transition our teachers to SHA. Our…
As the deadline approaches, KUCCPS makes an urgent plea for applications. For KCSE candidates looking to apply for degree or TVET courses, the Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS) has declared a seven-day application period. Applications must be submitted by April 30, 2025. Students are urged to submit their applications before the deadline by KUCCPS. After the deadline has passed, the site will be shut down, preventing those who wait from submitting an application. Candidates who took the 2024 KCSE test are eligible to apply for degree programs. Nevertheless, pupils who sat their exams between 2000 and 2024…
Education CS Julius Ogamba Reinstates Mathematics as a Mandatory Subject Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba has ordered that some type of mathematics be reinstated as a mandatory subject in senior secondary schools. While speaking at the National Conversation on the Competency-Based Curriculum on Thursday, Ogamba disclosed that the ministry has acknowledged the concerns of the stakeholders and concluded that some type of mathematics should be mandatory across all pathways. “The majority of the stakeholders during the CBC dialogue believed that mathematics should be mandatory in senior school. We have acknowledged your concerns, consulted with the Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development…
Significant Changes to the School System Planned for January 2026 Senior School will formally begin in January 2026, which will be a significant shift for the ground-breaking Grade 9 cohort, in a revolutionary action that will transform the educational environment. This highly anticipated change marks the next step in the nation’s curriculum reform and promises to revolutionize students, teachers, and parents alike. Earlier this month, education authorities confirmed that students in Grade 9 will be the first to go through the new Senior School phase, a project that has been in development for many years. This change is a crucial…
Over 25,000 Teachers Elevated in 2024/25 Nationwide Initiative; Here is the Overview Per County In the fiscal year 2024–2025, the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) elevated 25,252 teachers across the nation, indicating a notable progression in school leadership, teacher retention, and motivation. Teachers in primary and secondary schools profited from this initiative, which included job groups C2 through D5. Promotions in Grades C4 (8,508) and C3 (4,971) were the most frequent, followed by D1 (5,425). Since D5 only reported 47 teachers, promotions to upper administrative levels were more limited, reflecting the competitive nature and scarcity of such elevated positions. With 527…
Funding Crisis Impacts KMTC: 34% of Students Fail to Report, Sh1. 54B in Unpaid Fees Threaten Healthcare Kenya’s healthcare training system is encountering a significant crisis, as more than a third of students admitted to the Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) are failing to report due to financial constraints. KMTC CEO Kelly Oluoch disclosed the concerning statistics during a recent briefing, emphasizing that 34% of students who have been offered admission do not appear — while an additional 27% withdraw midway for the same issue. Oluoch indicated that the college is presently laden with Sh1. 54 billion in unpaid student…
7 of the Top Schools in Kenya Offering Teacher Training (TTCs) The training and education of instructors in Kenya have been greatly influenced by the Teacher Training College (TTC) system. The seven oldest TTC universities in Kenya are listed below: Kenya Technical Teachers College (KTTC) KTTC, one of the first and most well-known teacher training institutions in Kenya, was established in 1978. It focuses on training technical education instructors, who are crucial in helping students get ready for careers in vocational and technical fields. Kericho Teachers’ Training College Kericho Teachers Training College, which was founded in 1979, has a long…
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Most Learners Favor Social Sciences Over STEM – Study Discovers A recent educational research study has uncovered a rising pattern among learners: a preference for social sciences rather than Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) subjects. The results, which have ignited new discussions among educators and policymakers, indicate that more students are inclined toward fields such as sociology, psychology, history, and political science, while a smaller number are engaging in technical and scientific disciplines. As per the report, which polled students across secondary schools and universities, the attraction to social sciences is primarily fueled by perceived relevance to actual life…
MPs propose a Bill that will introduce new allowances for teachers: See the 9 TSC allowances Members of Parliament in Kenya have put forward the Teachers Service Commission (Amendment) Bill, 2024, with the aim of improving the structure and fairness of teacher allowances. Sponsored by Mandera South MP Abdul Haro, the bill intends to modify the Teachers Service Commission Act of 2012 to establish a clear and reliable framework for the remuneration of allowances to teachers. Key Provisions of the Bill Introduction of Specific Allowances: The bill suggests a new ‘Schedule Four’ that outlines nine categories of allowances that may…
KNUT Demands Legal Reforms to Safeguard Teachers’ Benefits After Dismissal The Kenya National Union of Teachers (KNUT) is urging a significant policy change that would secure teachers’ benefits even in cases of dismissal related to disciplinary matters. Speaking at a teachers’ engagement forum in Kilifi County, KNUT Secretary General Collins Oyuu characterized the existing system as unfair and discriminatory, contending that a teacher’s right to benefits ought not to be tied to their conduct. The union’s recommendation aims to revise the law to require the government and the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) to fulfill all accumulated benefits, regardless of the…
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