Senators seek better payment terms of service for ECDE teachers
  • Author: Barack Oduor
  • Date: 2024-05-17 08:18:04

Senators seek better payment terms of service for ECDE teachers

The lawmakers have urged the county chiefs to implement the tutor's scheme of service and provide additional budgets in what could be a windfall for the teachers.

Senate committee engages stakeholders over concerns on registration of teachers with disabilities
  • Author: Yunis Dekow
  • Date: 2024-05-15 07:43:57

Senate committee engages stakeholders over concerns on registration of teachers with disabilities

The committee was probing claims that Kenya Union of Special Needs Education Teachers has been registering teachers with disabilities without their consent.

Pupils in schools affected by floods moved to neighbouring institutions
  • Author: Waweru Wairimu
  • Date: 2024-05-14 15:07:14

Pupils in schools affected by floods moved to neighbouring institutions

Some schools resumed operations on Monday, May 13, with learners allowed to return to classes.

Take the lead in sex education, Kwale clerics tell parents
  • Author: Mishi Gongo
  • Date: 2024-05-12 16:52:22

Take the lead in sex education, Kwale clerics tell parents

They say parents shy away from talking to their children about sexual and reproductive health, causing them to seek this information from inexperienced friends and the internet.

Uncertainty for university students as HELB faces 10% budget cut
  • Author: Charity Kilei
  • Date: 2024-05-10 14:14:17
Kwale schools impacted by floods to utilise social halls for reopening next week
  • Author: Mishi Gongo
  • Date: 2024-05-10 09:30:01

Kwale schools impacted by floods to utilise social halls for reopening next week

On Friday Kwale County Governor Fatuma Achani said the county is moving fast to repair the 20 schools affected by the rains to allow students to resume studies.

Education ministry directs unconditional admission as schools reopen amidst flood disruptions
  • Author: Maureen Kinyanjui
  • Date: 2024-05-10 08:51:31

Education ministry directs unconditional admission as schools reopen amidst flood disruptions

Schools were to reopen for the second term on April 29 but the government put it off in the wake of heavy rainfall and devastating floods which have so far killed over 257 people.

Floods havoc: Cholera, diarrhoea cases spark concerns ahead of school reopening
  • Author: Charity Kilei
  • Date: 2024-05-09 21:18:09

Floods havoc: Cholera, diarrhoea cases spark concerns ahead of school reopening

For instance, Why Not Primary School in Mathare has reported that their toilets are submerged.

Kwale youth transforming lives through education network
  • Author: Mishi Gongo
  • Date: 2024-05-08 07:21:37

Kwale youth transforming lives through education network

They have been organising career talks, bringing in professionals from various fields to offer career guidance to students.

Kilifi JSS intern teachers threaten to strike if TSC fails to fulfil demands 
  • Author: Lucy Mumbi
  • Date: 2024-05-07 17:49:04

Kilifi JSS intern teachers threaten to strike if TSC fails to fulfil demands 

The teachers have now given TSC a seven-day ultimatum to address their grievances, failure to which, they will not report back to schools for the second term.

President Ruto earmarks Sh1 billion for reconstruction of flood-damaged schools
  • Author: Lucy Mumbi
  • Date: 2024-05-06 18:23:47

President Ruto earmarks Sh1 billion for reconstruction of flood-damaged schools

President William Ruto assured that his government will renovate all damaged schools to facilitate the smooth resumption of studies.

Hope, relief as hundreds in Kamukunji collect bursary cheques
  • Author: Abdirahman Khalif
  • Date: 2024-05-06 17:52:36

Hope, relief as hundreds in Kamukunji collect bursary cheques

Parents and students braved the morning rain, some queuing as early as 6 am, eager to receive financial assistance for their educational pursuits.

Record-Breaking: Kamukunji grants Sh61 million in bursaries to 9,848 students
  • Author: Abdirahman Khalif
  • Date: 2024-05-04 17:52:44

Record-Breaking: Kamukunji grants Sh61 million in bursaries to 9,848 students

Over 53,000 students have benefited from bursaries since he was first elected, which is the highest ever given by any MP during that period.

Ruto postpones reopening of all schools indefinitely
  • Author: Maureen Kinyanjui
  • Date: 2024-05-03 14:38:04

Ruto postpones reopening of all schools indefinitely

The initial school reopening date had been pushed from Monday, April 29 to Monday, May 6 this year. 

Education ministry tasked to work with NG-CDF to rehabilitate schools damaged by floods
  • Author: Maureen Kinyanjui
  • Date: 2024-05-02 17:58:23

Education ministry tasked to work with NG-CDF to rehabilitate schools damaged by floods

At least 1,967 schools are reported to have been affected by the floods as reported by the Ministry of Interior on May 2, 2024.

State postpones schools' reopening  to May 6 due to heavy rains
  • Author: Lucy Mumbi
  • Date: 2024-04-29 06:13:49

State postpones schools' reopening to May 6 due to heavy rains

Regular updates will be provided to keep the public informed on the progress and readiness of schools for the new term.

Release students early, parents told as schools reopen amid heavy rain
  • Author: Lucy Mumbi
  • Date: 2024-04-28 17:10:02

Release students early, parents told as schools reopen amid heavy rain

All schools will reopen as scheduled despite the ongoing heavy rains and floods that have affected critical infrastructure.

PS Kipsang says schools will open next week despite heavy rains
  • Author: Hanifa Adan
  • Date: 2024-04-26 15:49:56

PS Kipsang says schools will open next week despite heavy rains

PS Kipsang detailed that the Ministry of Education is actively preparing for the reopening. 

Private schools urged to slash fees to expand access to education
  • Author: Lucy Mumbi
  • Date: 2024-04-25 21:45:50

Private schools urged to slash fees to expand access to education

KPSA chairman Charles Ochome said the association is ready to work with the state to enhance educational opportunities.

Police to be barred from national examination rooms to boost student performance
  • Author: Lucy Mumbi
  • Date: 2024-04-25 16:30:22

Police to be barred from national examination rooms to boost student performance

According to Kipsang, police officers will only be allowed to escort teachers supervising exams in schools this year.