KNEC Justifies Decision to Eliminate Mandatory Mathematics in Senior School. Education stakeholders have stressed that Mathematics will only be required at the primary and junior secondary school levels. According to Julius Nyabundi, Chair of the Kenya National Examination Council (KNEC), learners are well-prepared for life and higher education by the foundational skills in arithmetic acquired during these stages. According to Nyabundi, the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC) was developed to enhance numeracy until Grade 9, thus removing the requirement for the topic to be compulsory in senior school. He suggested that students in senior secondary school concentrate on subjects that align with…
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Mathematics to be optional at Senior Secondary School- Knec Says Leaders within the education domain have insisted that Mathematics will be mandatory only in primary and junior secondary school. Chairman of the Kenya National Examination Council (Knec), Julius Nyabundi, stated yesterday that Mathematics at the primary and junior levels is sufficient for establishing understanding in the subject. It also became apparent that the performance in Mathematics in secondary schools over the years has been poor when compared to end-of-primary-school assessments. Andrew Otieno, Knec deputy director of Quality Assurance and Archives, mentioned that analysis on KCPE and KCSE examinations indicates that…
Teachers Request Education Ministry to Extend NEMIS Learner Registration Deadline Teachers nationwide are now urging the Ministry of Education to postpone the deadline for student registration in the National Education Management Information System (Nemis). They stated that this is caused by the system’s continuous malfunctions. Many of the institutions were unable to fulfill the deadline, which passed at midnight on Easter Monday, because of continuing IT issues. It has also brought together the Kenya National Union of Teachers (Knut) and the Kenya Primary Schools Heads Association (Kepsha) members, who are all voicing their displeasure with the “inept” Nemis portal, which…
Pain as Teacher Killed By Husband in Suspected Love Triangle Authorities in Bomet County have initiated a search for Peter Ngeno, who purportedly killed his wife, Beatrice Ngeno, following a familial conflict associated with suspected cheating. The unfortunate event transpired at their residence in Kinyelwet village, Kipsonoi Ward, located within Sotik sub-county. As per County Police Commander Edward Imbwaga, the pair had a fierce confrontation, after which the husband secured Beatrice inside their home and strangled her. She was subsequently discovered deceased, with blood flowing from her nose and mouth. Initial investigations indicate that the dispute originated from accusations of…
Teachers to benefit from improved allowances in new Proposed TSC Bill Teachers are expected to benefit from improved allowances if a new Proposed TSC Bill is enacted. This new legislation currently under consideration in parliament offers a more structured and transparent allowance framework for Kenyan educators. The Teachers Service Commission (Amendment) Bill, 2024 is introduced by Mandera South MP Abdul Haro, aimed at revising the TSC Act of 2012 with distinctly outlined criteria for teacher allowances. Section 32A of the proposal primarily focuses on formalising the typically informal procedure of appointing teachers to acting positions. The Bill introduces a new…
Teachers In Hardship Zones Seek 40 Percent Allowance Educators laboring in challenging areas have requested that their hardship allowance be increased to 40 percent of their basic salary. These teachers, represented by the Kenya Teachers in Hardship and Arid Areas Welfare Association (KETHAWA), are seeking a modification to incorporate the specified allowance in the forthcoming collective bargaining agreements (CBAs) that are anticipated to be ratified before 30th June 2025. At present, KETHAWA notes that the hardship allowance available to teachers stationed in remote and arid locales does not adequately reflect the reality of their circumstances. The association asserts that it…
New Information Surfaces Regarding Teachers Promotion Behind Door Meeting New information has come to light regarding a secret high-level meeting between senior officials of the Kenya National Union of Teachers (KNUT) and the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) over the current teacher promotion issue. The meeting, which took place last week in Nairobi, aimed to alleviate increasing discontent among teachers who believe they are being ignored in discussions about career advancement. KNUT, headed by Secretary-General Collins Oyuu, advocated for urgent measures to address the backlog of outstanding promotions, according to sources conversant with the talks. According to Oyuu, thousands of teachers…
KNUT calls on TSC to carry out a fair teacher recruitment The Secretary General of the Kenya National Union of Teachers (KNUT), Collins Oyuu, has urged the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) to uphold its autonomy, mandate, and integrity in the process of recruiting teachers for public institutions. He cautioned against political interference which he asserted has tainted the process. Speaking at a Sunday church service at Chepkogonyo Deliverance Church in Bomet County, Oyuu conveyed his worries regarding how the recent teacher recruitment exercise was managed, attributing some of the blame to certain politicians for inappropriate meddling in what is otherwise…
MPs compelled to clarify decision to deny promotion of teachers The National Assembly Education Committee has been compelled to clarify the reasoning behind the decision it made to deny the recent promotion of over 25,000 teachers. Guided by Kenya Union of Post Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET) Vihiga branch Secretary General Sabala Inyeni, KUPPET charges the Education Committee with making unjust decisions and excessively overstepping their authority, thereby disrupting the professional autonomy of the Teachers Service Commission (TSC). Inyeni also remarked that the action was illegal and harmful to the morale and career advancement of teachers nationwide. This follows merely a…
Principal Develops Complications and Passes Away Peter Muchina, the principal of Tulwet Secondary School, died unexpectedly, shocking his friends and family. After a restful night’s sleep, Muchina was in Nakuru for a session when he faced complications and sadly passed away. Many individuals were heartbroken to learn of his passing, as he was not only an educator but also provided them with spiritual guidance. The tragic death occurred of Peter Muchina, the principal of Tulwet Secondary School in Nakuru, Kenya. The educator died while participating in a session with fellow teachers. Kuresoi South Member of Parliament Hon. Joseph Ticha Tonui…
A new survey has revealed that Kenyan teachers are now the most addicted to betting, even more than police officers, matatu drivers, boda boda riders, and market vendors (Mama Mboga). This report has started important discussions across the country, showing how gambling is becoming more common among professionals who are expected to set good examples, especially in schools. People are concerned about the financial and social pressures that are pushing teachers to gamble. The survey found that teachers spend a lot of their salaries on betting, especially right after they get paid. It suggests that issues like low pay, slow…
KNEC Announces Job Openings for Eligible Kenyans: Review the Information and Deadline Summary: KNEC Job Openings Announcement – KNEC is hiring skilled and self-driven candidates for permanent and pensionable jobs. – Positions cover various departments to enhance human resource capacity. Available Positions – Assistant Director, Examinations (Teacher Assessments) – 1 vacancy – Assistant Director, EA – 1 vacancy – Principal ICT Officer (Software Developer) at Grade 5 – 1 vacancy – ICT Officer (Software Developer) at Grade 7 – 5 vacancies – Planning Officer, Examinations Officer, Human Resource Management Officer, and Examinations Administrator at Grade 7 – multiple vacancies -…
Beautiful Photo of Nandi Teacher Who Died on Her Way Home to Celebrate Easter A profound wave of grief has enveloped Nandi County following the heartbreaking demise of a cherished teacher, Naomy Jelimo, who lost her life in a road accident while journeying home to commemorate Easter. Naomy, affectionately referred to as Nikita, served as a teacher at Nandi Hills Primary School and was also a student at Mt. Kenya University, where she was enhancing her academic qualifications. Photo: Naomi Jelimo Her enthusiasm for teaching and her kind-hearted disposition positioned her as a role model for her students and a…
Minimum Subject Requirements To Pursue Degree in Education Arts and Sciences Opting to pursue a degree in Education, whether in Arts or Sciences, is an admirable choice. Teaching is not just a job; it’s a vocation to influence lives and cultivate future generations. However, before embarking on this path, it is essential to grasp the minimum subject requirements necessary to qualify for either discipline. For a Bachelor of Education (Arts), students typically require a minimum grade of C+ (plus) in KCSE. More specifically, you must achieve at least a C+ in the two teaching subjects you intend to specialize in.…
TSC’s 25,000 Teacher Promotions: A Step Forward or Just Another Unfair Distribution? In April 2025, the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) declared the promotion of 25,252 teachers throughout Kenya. This announcement came after a substantial application turnout, with over 189,000 teachers competing for the limited positions, underscoring the fierce competition and desire for career progression in the teaching field. TSC CEO Dr. Nancy Macharia justified the promotion process, asserting that it followed legal guidelines and was decentralized to guarantee regional representation. Nevertheless, the distribution has ignited controversy. For example, Machakos County was granted 690 promotions, while Garissa County received merely 303,…
TSC Encourages Principals to Assist, Not Punish, Teachers in Difficulty The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) is calling on school principals to provide support to teachers who are having difficulties, rather than resorting to disciplinary measures right away. This request was made by Japhat Kariuki, the Nyanza Regional TSC Director, at a recent Kenya Secondary School Heads Association (KESSHA) conference held in Kisumu. Kariuki emphasized the importance of exploring the underlying issues affecting teachers, such as alcohol use or personal challenges, prior to taking any formal action. Teachers frequently encounter social obstacles, like family disputes, that can impede their performance. “When…