KCSE Results: 2,829 Candidates Results Withheld as 91 Teachers Face Disciplinary Actions Over Exam Malpractice. A total of 840 candidates who sat for the 2024 Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) examination will not receive their results after the Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) cancelled them due to involvement in exam irregularities. During the announcement of the 2024 KCSE results on Thursday, Education Cabinet Secretary Migos Ogamba explained that 2,829 candidates had their results withheld as they were under suspicion of exam malpractice. These candidates will remain in limbo as investigations are set to conclude within 30 days. Ogamba defended…
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KNEC Cancels 840 Candidates’ Results Due to Malpractices in 2024 KCSE Exams. The Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) has taken action by canceling the results of 840 candidates following confirmed cases of examination malpractices in the 2024 national exams. This step was taken to uphold the integrity of the examination process. In addition, the council has withheld the results of 2,899 candidates suspected of being involved in irregularities, awaiting further investigation. Education Cabinet Secretary, Julius Ogamba, revealed this information during the release of the results at Mitihani House on Thursday. He confirmed that the withheld results will be made available…
TSC to Promote Over 28,000 Teachers Across Various Grades. The Teachers’ Service Commission (TSC) has revealed plans to promote 28,288 teachers in various grades this year, aiming to support their professional development. During the release of the 2024 Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) results in Nairobi, TSC Chairperson Jamleck Muturi shared that in the past two years, the commission had promoted 59,792 teachers. He emphasized the importance of taking advantage of these opportunities, encouraging all eligible teachers to seize the chance for career progression. Muturi also expressed gratitude to the government for its increased funding to the education sector,…
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Government to Appeal High Court Ruling on University Funding Model. The government has announced its intention to move to the Court of Appeal to challenge the High Court ruling that declared the new university funding model unconstitutional. Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Migos confirmed that the government has already instructed a team of lawyers to appeal the decision made by Justice Chacha Mwita. Migos expressed concern over the potential consequences of the ruling, stating that it would have adverse effects on both university students and institutions, many of which are struggling with financial constraints. A Model Under Fire from the Start…
Govt to Modify University Funding Model Following High Court Ruling. The government has announced plans to modify the current university funding model in response to a ruling by the High Court, which declared the policy unconstitutional and lacking legal backing. The decision was made after the court determined that the model had been implemented without proper public participation and that the categorization of students into different bands was discriminatory. The ruling has prompted the Ministry of Education to take immediate steps to rectify the issues raised. Unconstitutional Funding Model In a statement following the court’s ruling, Education Cabinet Secretary Julius…
Teachers Threaten Strike Over Medical Insurance Funding. In a developing issue, teachers in Kenya are threatening to go on strike in January 2025 if the government fails to release the 10 billion shillings allocated for their medical insurance cover. The Kenya National Union of Teachers (KNUT) has raised concerns over the delayed release of these funds, which are essential to continue providing medical cover for educators across the country. Samuel Muori, the KNUT Secretary-General for Kiambu County, expressed his frustration at the ongoing delay. He noted that the medical cover for teachers is traditionally renewed every November, but teachers are…
KUPPET Assistant Treasurer Tonui Accuses Union Officials of Defying Court Orders. In a dramatic turn of events at the 26th Annual Delegates Meeting of the Kenya Union of Post Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET) in Vihiga, National Assistant Treasurer Ronald Tonui has accused the union’s top leadership of defying court orders. Tonui made these claims after being ejected from the meeting while attempting to serve the Secretary General with a court order. “There are hired goons inside here who blocked me from accessing the Secretary General to serve him with a physical court order,” Tonui explained. He believes that his removal…
KUPPET Delegates Clash Over Retirement Age Proposal. The Kenya Union of Post Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET) Annual Delegates’ Conference, held at Aiga Hotel, turned chaotic after members strongly opposed a proposal to raise the retirement age for senior leaders. The dissenting members accused the leadership of unilaterally increasing the retirement age from 60 to 65 years, which they argued violated the union’s constitution. The situation escalated as teachers expressed their disapproval of the move, leading to a disruption of the conference proceedings. The opposing members voiced their concerns, stating that the leadership had gone against the union’s constitution by making…
TSC Recruitment: Senior Teacher II (SNE Primary School) Promotion Vacancies. The Teachers Service Commission (TSC), established under Article 237(1) of the Constitution, is inviting applications for Senior Teacher II (SNE Primary School) vacant positions. This recruitment aligns with the Career Progression Guidelines for teachers. Application Details Interested and qualified candidates must submit their applications online via the TSC portal at www.teachersonline.go.ke. Applications must be received no later than 30th December 2024, by midnight. Important Notes: Post: Senior Teacher II (SNE Primary School) Advert No. 32/2024 (C1-C2)Grade: T-Scale 7Vacancies: 81 Requirements for Appointment To qualify for this position, applicants must meet…