Education Cabinet Secretary Stories

Kenya faces funding challenge as record number of students qualify to join universities
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jan 11, 2025

The 2024 increase, which represents an additional 45,258 students compared to last year, raises concerns over how the government will fund these candi...

KNEC gives another chance to those who missed KCSE exams as mid-year tests set for rollout
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 09, 2025

Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba said plans are underway to introduce a mid-year KCSE exam series in July.

How to access 2024 KCSE exam results online after official release
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 09, 2025

According to Ogamba, the results are available online via a secure link on the KNEC website.

Low turnout marks day one of learning as schools reopen for 2025 first term
Eastleigh Voice Team  |  Jan 06, 2025

Grade 8 students transitioning to Grade 9 also faced challenges, with some schools lacking classrooms to accommodate them.

Government announces key directives ahead of schools reopening for first term in 2025
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 05, 2025

Ogamba reiterated that the 348 boarding schools which were closed last year due to safety standards would reopen only after meeting the necessary safe...

State warns of looming crisis in varsities after court nullifies Ruto’s funding model
Lucy Mumbi  |  Dec 22, 2024

However, Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba announced that the government plans to modify the new university funding model.

KCSE exam results to be released in January as KNEC enhances cheating scrutiny
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 20, 2024

While CS Ogamba did not specify an exact release date for the KCSE results, he assured that the ministry was committed to ensuring a fair and thorough...

Adults are the main perpetrators of exam malpractices, says CS Ogamba
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 13, 2024

Ogamba said as the exams are nearing completion, authorities are working tirelessly to ensure their integrity.

Court orders Education CS to give safety report on Hillside Endarasha Academy
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 19, 2024

The court's comprehensive directives reflect a commitment to ensuring a safe learning environment for all students at the academy.

MPs to grill education CS on Hillside Academy fire, university funding model
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 17, 2024

Lawmakers have also requested an estimate of the total cost of education from basic to tertiary levels.

Education CS nominee outlines key CBC challenges, says solution is engaging parents
Lucy Mumbi  |  Aug 01, 2024

Ogamba said the solution is to ensure that parents understand what is required of them when they are required to assist their children in the CBC.

Flood-damaged Tana Delta schools to be permanently relocated – CS Machogu
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jul 07, 2024

CS Machogu said the ministry had allocated funds to the renovation of flood-damaged schools and the relocation of others to ensure uninterrupted learn...

Education Ministry introduces new system to streamline data access, policy-making
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jul 04, 2024

Education Cabinet Secretary Ezekiel Machogu said the system will be a single source of truth and a one-stop shop for all information about learners an...

Education ministry warns head teachers against illegal school fees
Mishi Gongo  |  Jun 29, 2024

Machogu noted that the ministry has prescribed the maximum allowable fees to charge at each level so schools must "strictly adhere to prevailing polic...

No early midterm over Finance Bill protest concerns, Education ministry says
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jun 24, 2024

The ministry reiterated its May 24, 2024, memo, which instructed all county directors of education to communicate that the mid-term break would be on...

Climate crisis threatens education in Africa -Save the Children
Charity Kilei  |  Jun 12, 2024

The heavy rains and floods destroyed at least 62 primary schools nationwide, leaving over 15,000 children without a place to learn when schools reopen...

Tough times ahead as budget cuts put education sector in crisis
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jun 01, 2024

Machogu said lack of funds poses a serious threat to the quality of education, particularly for students with severe disabilities

State postpones schools' reopening  to May 6 due to heavy rains
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 29, 2024

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

Nairobi hosts key educational forum to advance technology skills in Africa
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 22, 2024

With over 500 attendees expected, the event seeks to be a pivotal event in shaping the educational policies and initiatives.

Machogu put to task by MPs over lapse of Edu-Afya medical scheme
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 15, 2024

The Sh4.5 billion Edu-Afya scheme, which had been operational since 2018, ceased in December 2023, leaving students without coverage.

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