Ezekiel Machogu Stories

Julius Migos Ogamba: Machogu's running mate nominated as Education CS
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jul 19, 2024

The two, Ogamba and Machogu, were vying on the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party ticket but lost to ODM's Simba Arati.

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...

School heads to face parliamentary committees in govt's new education reforms
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jul 01, 2024

According to CS Machogu, the new directive classifies schools as independent audit units accountable to Parliament.

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...

Junior secondary to remain under primary schools despite principals' plea
Mishi Gongo  |  Jun 28, 2024

Machogu stated that the decision was made by the Presidential Working Party on Education Reforms.

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...

Education Ministry unveils five-year plan requiring Sh5.2T to enhance learning
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jun 06, 2024

The ministry also plans to employ an additional 111,870 teachers to address the teacher shortage crisis.

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

Senators seek better payment terms of service for ECDE teachers
Barack Oduor  |  May 17, 2024

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 t...

Education ministry directs unconditional admission as schools reopen amidst flood disruptions
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 10, 2024

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 s...

Floods havoc: Cholera, diarrhoea cases spark concerns ahead of school reopening
Charity Kilei  |  May 09, 2024

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

Govt to extend term two calendar to recover lost time - CS Machogu
Lucy Mumbi  |  May 09, 2024

Machogu assured parents that transportation routes to schools are secure and learning materials lost to floods will be replaced.

CS Machogu issues new directives to guide reopening of schools next week
Amina Bonaya  |  May 03, 2024

CS Ezekiel Machogu directed parents to ensure that their children safely report to school on time.

Education ministry tasked to work with NG-CDF to rehabilitate schools damaged by floods
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 02, 2024

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
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.

Private schools urged to slash fees to expand access to education
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 25, 2024

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

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.

Crackdown launched on schools withholding student’s KCPE & KCSE certificates
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 12, 2024

CS Machogu emphasised that many cases go unreported as affected candidates attempt to resolve the matter directly with their schools.

Decline in STEM student numbers worries Education ministry
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 08, 2024

The situation threatens Kenya's achievement of middle-income and industrialised nation status by 2030, says CS Ezekiel Machogu.

Education CS directs mapping of unused public land to build more schools
Lucy Mumbi  |  Mar 29, 2024

According to Machogu, public schools constitute only 31 per cent of the schools in Nairobi, with the other 69 per cent being private institutions.

Relief for schools as state releases Sh30.5bn capitation funds
Lucy Mumbi  |  Mar 27, 2024

The Kenya Union of Post-Primary Education Teachers had given the government seven days to release all the capitation funds owned to public schools.

Over 900 persons graduate under Recognition of Prior Learning policy
Lucy Mumbi  |  Mar 22, 2024

RPL seeks to recognize people in the Jua Kali sector who have prior skills but have not been formally recognized.

KUCCPS records surge in applications after resolving payment delays
Lucy Mumbi  |  Mar 01, 2024

As a result of the interventions, the team noted that 22,307 students have submitted their applications successfully on the KUCCPS portal in the last...

Daystar University in a spot over claims of forced church attendance
Barack Oduor  |  Feb 29, 2024

Nyali MP Mohamed Ali claimed on Wednesday that Daystar University allegedly withheld marks for Muslim students who declined to attend chapel services.

State asks KUCCPS to push application deadline further to March 4
Lucy Mumbi  |  Feb 26, 2024

The ministry has projected that 86 per cent of the 2023 KCSE candidates with C+ and above (171,738) will apply for placement.

Form One transition rate in Northeastern hits 96 per cent
Lucy Mumbi  |  Feb 05, 2024

The President announced the government has already disbursed Sh7.5 billion to schools countrywide.

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