Form Four candidates yet to report to school in Kisii as national exams approach
Nyabisia Secondary School Principal has revealed that most Form Four candidates have missed third-term reporting due to unpaid school fees
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Our girls are still at risk: We cannot look away
FGM, early marriage and teenage pregnancy remain serious threats to Kenyan girls despite notable progress
TSC jobs bombshell: MPs disown "political" appointment letters as 20,000 vacancies go up for grabs
MPs have rejected claims that politicians are issuing or influencing TSC appointment letters, even as the Commission moves to fill 20,000 permanent and pensionable teaching vacancies.
Five national polytechnics undergo assessment for disability and elderly care diploma programmes
Five technical institutions are participating in assessments for trainees pursuing community services and individual support.
Senator Omtatah puts KNEC on the spot over 2026 national exams printing contract
Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah wants KNEC to disclose who secured the sensitive 2026 examination printing contract.
PremiumSossion and Lentoijoni take the TSC hot seat: Teachers now want results, not rhetoric
The expectations surrounding the two commissioners are enormous. Kenya has many trained teachers, while some schools continue to complain about staffing gaps.
Wetang’ula’s remarks expose alleged State House teacher recruitment scheme, raise questions over TSC independence
Albert Kasembeli argues Wetang’ula’s remarks raise serious questions about TSC’s constitutional independence and recruitment mandate.
TSC outlines procedure for replacement of lost registration certificates
Teachers who have lost, misplaced or damaged their TSC registration certificates can apply for duplicate certificates through the online services portal
George Ruto meets Teacher Cillah at Westlands Primary School
George Ruto has met Teacher Cillah, at Westlands Primary School in Nairobi, following a light-hearted social media exchange that attracted attention online
Over 62,000 JSS teachers demand answers over unpaid ICT training allowances
Teachers who participated in the June nationwide programme say they are yet to receive their allowances.
Teachers locked out as TSC PSSF online sensitisation portal reaches capacity
Thousands of teachers have been left frustrated after TSC online sensitisation session on the PSSF reached maximum capacity, preventing many from joining.
KUPPET opposes TSC’s new social media guidelines for teachers
KUPPET has opposed new TSC guidelines on teachers' social media use, accusing the commission of unnecessary micromanagement of professionals.
Teachers raise alarm over limited SHA medical services in Webuye
Bungoma East teachers say limited comprehensive SHA services are forcing some beneficiaries to seek treatment elsewhere.
Term Three 2026 school funding: Money is coming, but schools need circulars on time
Learners follow a lesson in a Kenyan public school. Timely capitation and Ministry guidelines are essential for effective teaching, learning and school management. Photo courtesy
TSC bars County Directors from making acting appointments, declares irregular roles ‘null and void’
TSC has ordered county directors to stop appointing officers to acting positions after concerns that some officials have been issuing appointment letters without authority.
MPs seek limits on school streams to ease senior school coeengestion
MPs seek limits on school streams to ease senior school coeengestion
TSC moves to discipline teachers who danced seductively to impress students at Agoro Sare
TSC moves to discipline teachers who danced seductively to impress students at Agoro Sare
Kenya's football sides bow out of FEASSA 2026 as regional rivals battle for glory
Kenya's hopes of lifting the football titles at the 23rd FEASSA Games have suffered a major setback after all four Kenyan representatives were eliminated
HELB advises first-time 2026 university and TVET applicants to apply early for funding
The Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) has urged first-time applicants to begin their funding applications early as thousands of KCSE graduates prepare to transition into universities and Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institutions for the 2026/2027 academic year.
Vihiga ECDE learners shine at Kenya National Music Festival
Vihiga County ECDE learners have posted an impressive performance at the ongoing 98th Kenya National Music Festival, with one team emerging national champions and two others securing top-five finishes.
Vihiga ECDE learners shine at Kenya National Music Festival
Vihiga ECDE learners shine at Kenya National music festival Vihiga County's ECDE learners have posted an impressive performance at the ongoing 98th Kenya National Music Festival
Public Service Commission declares Kibabii University VC Post vacant amid succession dispute
The succession battle at Kibabii University has taken a new twist after the Public Service Commission (PSC) formally advertised the Vice Chancellor’s position, even as the institution’s Council maintained that Prof. Isaac Ipara will continue serving in an acting capacity until a substantive office holder is competitively recruited and appointed.
Uncertainty deepens as teachers await TSC’s new internship recruitment guidelines
Thousands of teacher interns across Kenya are anxiously waiting for the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) to release official guidelines for the next round of recruitment, amid growing debate over whether serving interns will be given priority in the selection process.
Government launches nationwide survey to accelerate clean cooking transition in schools
The government has launched a nationwide data collection exercise to facilitate the transition of schools to clean cooking technologies as it seeks to expand the National School Meals Programme (NSMP) in a sustainable and climate-friendly manner
PremiumGarissa County Education Board accused of imposing secret cash levies on learners
The Garissa County Education Board, the statutory organ mandated to oversee basic education in the county, is facing allegations of secretly imposing cash levies on learners
Uasin Gishu parents protest after Mandago’s acquittal in KSh1 Billion Finland education scam
Parents and students affected by the KSh1 billion Finland education programme scam in Uasin Gishu have taken to the streets of Eldoret, demanding refunds a day after Senator Jackson Mandago and two others were acquitted in a case linked to the scandal.
Omanga promotes menstrual hygiene and girls’ education in Ngundu Primary outreach
Former nominated Senator Millicent Omanga has renewed her commitment to advancing menstrual hygiene, girls’ education and learner welfare during a spirited outreach programme at Ngundu Primary School in Kalumu, Ruai Ward.
St. Patrick's Iten dormitory fire: Seven students plead guilty to arson as investigations intensify
Seven students pleaded guilty to charges linked to the torching of a dormitory at St. Patrick’s High School-Iten. The fire, which broke out on the night of July 22, 2026,
PremiumCSOs: The forgotten soldiers of Kenya's education system driving curriculum success
Every dawn, CSOs set out with files, laptops, and determination, traversing rough terrain to reach schools in Kenya’s most remote corners. Their work is rarely seen, yet it underpins the success of classrooms and learning outcomes across the country.
Ruto launches Ksh2 billion NextGen.KE youth employment programme
President William Ruto on Friday launched the Next Generation of Kenya Youth Employment Programme (NextGen.KE) at State House, Nairobi, in a bid to tackle youth unemployment through a Ksh2 billion government-backed initiative.