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Leopards shock Gor Mahia in 98th Mashemeji Derby as KCB, APS Bomet claim narrow wins
Erick Kariuki  |  Dec 07, 2025

AFC Leopards beat Gor Mahia 1–0 in the 98th Mashemeji Derby at Nyayo, ending a two-year wait, as KCB and APS Bomet also secured crucial 1–0 FKF Premie...

KNEC warns parents over social media scams to alter KCSE, KJSEA scores
Lucy Mumbi  |  Dec 04, 2025

KNEC has warned parents, teachers and candidates about social media scams claiming to alter KCSE and KJSEA results, stressing anonymised marking and u...

FKF Premier League: Homeboyz, Ulinzi, and Police seek crucial wins
Erick Kariuki  |  Nov 30, 2025

The FKF Premier League features four exciting matches this Sunday, with teams like Homeboyz and Ulinzi aiming to build on recent victories as they fac...

AAID report: Adverse weather likely cause of Kwale plane crash
Mary Wambui  |  Nov 29, 2025

The 53-page report on the crash concluded that it occurred just minutes after takeoff amid adverse weather conditions.

KNEC CEO David Njengere summoned over failure to release withheld KCSE result
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 28, 2025

The High Court has ordered that the exam result be issued within 14 days from November 25, 2025, ahead of the CEO’s hearing.

KNEC under fire as High Court rebukes CEO over withheld student exam results
Carolyne Kubwa  |  Nov 27, 2025

Justice Sifuna condemned the examination body for what he described as "wilful disobedience" of binding judicial orders.

KCSE marking starts under tight supervision to ensure fairness
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 24, 2025

This year, candidates’ names and index numbers have been removed from all scripts, with identification slips packed separately to guarantee impartiali...

2025 KCSE concludes smoothly as government reports sharp decline in exam cheating cases
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Nov 21, 2025

Ogamba applauded the commitment of centre managers, supervisors and invigilators who ensured seamless administration across the country.

Education Ministry pledges early capitation release for smooth start to new term
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 21, 2025

With these updated figures now in place, the government says schools can expect capitation funds to be released without the delays that affected previ...

78 people arrested over exam malpractice as KCSE enters final stretch
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Nov 16, 2025

The CS also revealed seven cases of impersonation, mainly involving adult candidates, warning that those responsible would face criminal prosecution,...

19 KCSE exam cheating cases reported across three regions - CS Ogamba
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 07, 2025

According to Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba, the incidents, reported as of November 6, 2025, span Nyanza, Rift Valley and Eastern regions.

Five arrested for impersonating students in ongoing KCSE exams
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Nov 05, 2025

Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba condemned the incidents as a serious breach of exam rules that endangers genuine candidates.

KCSE enters third week as government steps up efforts to ensure smooth exams amid floods
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 03, 2025

Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba said all measures had been put in place to guarantee a smooth and credible examination process despite the o...

Hundreds of exam candidates stranded by Elgeyo Marakwet mudslides to be airlifted for national exams
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 02, 2025

Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba said multi-agency teams are already on the ground assessing the situation and making arrangements to relocat...

KCSE exam papers to be airlifted in flood-hit regions - CS Julius Ogamba
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 31, 2025

Results for the Kenya Primary School Education Assessment (KPSEA) and Kenya Junior School Education Assessment (KJSEA) will be released from December,...

KNEC faces Sh3.7 billion funding shortfall, raising fears over KCSE disruptions
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 30, 2025

Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba told the National Assembly’s Education Committee that KNEC’s approved budget for the 2024/25 financial year...

Government to release KPSEA and KJSEA results in December, KCSE results in January next year
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 29, 2025

noted that the government had made adequate preparations to ensure all national examinations run smoothly and are released on schedule.

24-hour command centre activated to combat fake KCSE exam leaks
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 29, 2025

The centre, based at the Ministry of Interior and National Administration, brings together personnel from the security agencies, the Ministry of Educa...

KPSEA, KJSEA exams proceeding smoothly nationwide - PS Raymond Omollo
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 29, 2025

PS Omollo explained that the Interior Ministry is working closely with the Education Ministry to provide security and logistical support.

Ministry of Education addresses missing exam papers in KJSEA rollout
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 28, 2025

Education PS Julius Bitok says all missing papers have been replaced, exams are running smoothly, and new smart digital padlocks are securing KJSEA co...

University student charged over fake 2025 KCSE exam leak claims
Carolyne Kubwa  |  Oct 28, 2025

Nasiuma Chrispinus Nambafu is accused of claiming to have access to genuine KCSE examination papers purportedly obtained from the Kenya National Exami...

11 dead as plane crashes shortly after takeoff in Diani, Kwale
Eastleigh Voice Team  |  Oct 28, 2025

Government agencies have already been deployed to the site to investigate the cause of the crash and assess its consequences.

KNEC enforces strict rules to safeguard 2025 national exams
Charity Pancras  |  Oct 27, 2025

Examination containers will be opened at 6:00 am for both assessments, while the KCSE exams will commence at 7:00 am.

Kenya's 2025 national examinations summary
Charity Pancras  |  Oct 27, 2025

To manage the KCSE exams, KNEC has deployed 10,765 centre managers, 12,126 supervisors, 54,782 invigilators, 22,247 security officers, and 2,692 drive...

KNEC rolls out smart digital padlocks to secure exam papers and curb leaks
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 27, 2025

Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba said the locks, being piloted for the first time, are linked to the KNEC command centre, allowing officials...

KNEC reinforces anti-malpractice rules as millions of learners to sit 2025 exams
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Oct 26, 2025

According to KNEC CEO David Njengere, approximately 3.4 million learners will be sitting for the KPSEA, KJSEA, and KCSE exams this year.

Education ministry warns against exam cheating as KNEC flags Telegram leaks
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 26, 2025

The warning comes as KNEC raised an alarm over the rampant use of Telegram channels to leak examination papers during the ongoing tests.

2025 KCSE kicks off nationwide with more than 996,000 candidates sitting exams
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 21, 2025

The tests will commence with oral papers for foreign and sign languages including French, German, Arabic and Kenyan Sign Language, before practical ex...

KCSE rehearsals to continue on Friday despite national holiday to honour Raila Odinga
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 16, 2025

Senior officials at the Ministry of Education confirmed on Thursday that the exercise will not be postponed, saying any alteration would interfere wit...

Over 400 candidates risk missing KCSE exam as court declines to reopen Litein Boys
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 15, 2025

Justice Joseph Sergon of the High Court, however, declined to grant temporary orders compelling the school to reopen.

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