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...

CS Machogu orders opening of higher education funding portal following fee discrepancies
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jun 07, 2024

Universities and funding agencies have also been urged to immediately embark on sensitisation of students, parents/guardians, and stakeholders on the...

Machogu announces June disbursement of second term capitation for schools
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jun 07, 2024

The money is distributed to schools in three quarters each year, with the first term receiving 50 per cent the second term 30 per cent, and the third...

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...

2,000 schools to remain closed due to floodings
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 13, 2024

According to Deputy Government Spokesperson Mwanaisha Chidzuga, some schools were particularly hard-hit by the torrential rains and floods. 

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.

President Ruto earmarks Sh1 billion for reconstruction of flood-damaged schools
Lucy Mumbi  |  May 06, 2024

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

Ruto postpones reopening of all schools indefinitely
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 03, 2024

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

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.

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