Education

Anangwe obtained orders revoking the Gazette notice announcing his ouster and obtained further orders prohibiting the Ministry of Education from recruiting a chairman for the UoN council pending a hearing and determination of his application.

Justice Mwita strongly criticised the government's move to shift the burden of funding public universities onto parents.

The audit also uncovered irregular payments to students who had not yet been admitted to any institution.

Inyangala warned that students and their families, particularly those from middle- and low-income backgrounds, would bear a greater financial burden.

During extended school closures, WhatsApp emerged as the most widely used platform for remote learning.

Despite the suspension of the new funding model, Wahome clarified that applications for technical vocational education and training and the Kenya Medical Training College slots remain open.

UASU had called for the removal of University Council Chairperson Amukoa Anangwe, whom they accused of sabotaging operations.

More than 982,197 secondary school students under the Free Secondary Education (FSE) programme face uncertainty due to a Sh21.85 billion funding gap, raising fears of disruptions in learning.

The lawmakers accused the council's chairman, Prof Amukoa Anangwe, of interfering with the institution’s management.

The association has now called on the government to prioritise school funding, warning that without urgent intervention, the growing performance gap will continue to disadvantage students.

According to UASU, powerful government officials are plotting to seize university land located opposite the Kenya Broadcasting Corporation and near Hotel Boulevard.

Only Sh86.83 billion has been allocated for scholarships, loans, and capitation, against a required Sh145.54 billion.

Schools and examination centres must log into the KNEC registration portal using their credentials to submit candidates’ details.

The proposal suggests that fees in national schools be raised from the current Sh53,554 to Sh73,182 per year, an increase of Sh19,628.

His career was dedicated to improving the quality of primary education in the country, where he guided over 24,000 headteachers.

A report by the Kenya Secondary Schools Heads Association (KESSHA) has revealed that the government is allocating only Sh10,000 per student annually, far below the expected Sh22,244.

With rising enrolment numbers, the government has been struggling to meet the full costs on time, leading to deficits in the national exams body.

Kenya Association of Private Universities warns that the financial strain is affecting the operations of private universities, which are struggling to cover costs.

Officials say that unsupervised off-campus housing is to blame for the rise in drug abuse and bad behaviour among students.

KESSHA accused TSC of transferring more than 47 teachers from various schools in Turkana County without ensuring continuity of learning for students.

The report says that students prioritise opportunities to gain work experience while studying, alongside financial aid and scholarship availability.

KUPPET Deputy Secretary General Moses Nthurima expressed concern, stating that teachers are facing increased barriers to receiving treatment.

While the referral hospitals have been redefined, the medical scheme panel still includes 800 healthcare facilities across all counties and sub-counties in Kenya. Of these, only about 60 operate on a referral basis, meaning over 740 facilities will remain open for walk-in access.

The proposed measures align with the authority’s commitment to enhancing school transport safety in line with global best practices.

UASU wants the retirement age for graduate assistants, tutorial fellows, assistant lecturers, and junior research fellows to be raised to 70 years.

The case, which was filed by two NGOs and a human rights activist, was dropped following the school’s commitment to operate solely as a day institution.

The transfers are part of ongoing preparations for leadership changes within the TSC and an effort to bring fresh leadership and management across various regions.

The CS confirmed the release and noted that each student will receive between Sh40,000 and Sh60,000.

Learners from Egerton University and the University of Nairobi stormed Helb’s headquarters at Anniversary Towers in Nairobi, decrying the delay.

KICD CEO Charles Ong’ondo urged the public to remain vigilant and avoid exposing learners to content that has not met the required standards set by the institute.

Parents and guardians of school-going children are required to register them on the Social Health Authority through URL afyangu.go.ke or by dialling (*147#) and following the instructions.

The council has also sent two Deputy Vice Chancellors, Isaac Migeni and Henry Kiriamiti, on one-year leave as part of the sweeping leadership changes.

CS Ogamba assured the public that the government is committed to addressing concerns raised by partners, ensuring fairness in the upcoming exams.

Schools are required to log into the KNEC Competency-Based Assessment (CBA) portal using their centre log-in credentials.

The decision complies with a High Court ruling that halted the newly introduced July series of exams.

Dr. Magare Gikenyi claimed that the introduction of the exams bypassed public participation adding that no stakeholders were involved in the process.

According to PS Kipsang, the total allocation for secondary schools in the first term stands at Sh28 billion.

The bank reported that Sh1, 173, 352 was fraudulently diverted to the account held by Gideon Kibet Langat at the bank's Nandi Hills branch the previous day.

This portal will be open for registration from January 27 until February 28, 2025.

This new series aims to accommodate private candidates, repeaters, and adult learners seeking to improve their academic performance.

The KUCCPS, for the first time, has introduced a phased application process to accommodate the early intakes of these institutions.

According to the CS, the Treasury released Sh19 billion on Thursday, with an additional Sh15 billion which was to be disbursed on Friday.

The dons declared their frustration with the government and the university's administration over several issues including unpaid salaries dating back to September 2024, and the alleged failure of the institution to remit statutory deductions such as NHIF, NSSF, and SACCO contributions.

Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba revealed on Wednesday that medical students will graduate in March this year.

Kenya Union of Post-Primary Education Teachers is preparing to resume negotiations with TSC to ensure the promotions are implemented this year.

The advisory has sparked concerns over its potential to disrupt the education of thousands of learners who rely on county government support.

The initiative seeks to bridge the skills gap in the labour market by integrating classroom instruction with hands-on industry experience.

The teachers are expressing frustration over being excluded from union activities, which they believe has hindered their ability to have their grievances addressed.