Ministry of Education Stories

Protest after over 100 learners locked out of Mathare school in dispute over rent arrears
Barack Oduor  |  Jan 13, 2025

Margaret Aluoko, the school’s director, said the institution has had challenges with rent arrears and was in talks with the proprietors of the premise...

Government to ensure disbursement of Sh48bn capitation grants for first term
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Jan 09, 2025

The Sh48 billion capitation grants will go a long way in supporting the operational needs of schools, such as providing learning materials, improving...

KICD ordered to fast-track textbook distribution for Grade 9 students
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 09, 2025

The first day of Grade 9 under CBC was marked by congestion, confusion, and a shortage of classrooms and textbooks.

KNEC to introduce first-ever junior school national examination in 2025
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 09, 2025

Registration for the 2025 KJSEA candidates will begin on January 27, 2025, while the registration portals for KJSEA and KCSE examination candidates wi...

No student accessed KCSE exam papers before time, says KNEC CEO Njeng’ere
Charles Adinda  |  Jan 09, 2025

In 2023, the Ministry of Education introduced the double collection of examination papers policy to curb cheating. 

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.

Book vendors in Eastleigh report booming business with reopening of schools
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Jan 06, 2025

Parents voiced concerns over the rising prices of textbooks, with many accusing vendors of taking advantage of the high demand to increase prices.

Parliament demands action on state's inadequate funding to schools
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 06, 2025

On Saturday, the Ministry of Education confirmed that capitation funds had not yet been disbursed.

Auditor-General's report reveals Sh6bn wasted on substandard projects in schools
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jan 04, 2025

Desks, chairs, and laboratory equipment were found to be faulty, with some wooden furniture rejected due to issues like splinters and unfinished surfa...

Ministry assures parents of seamless Grade 9 transition under CBC
Lucy Mumbi  |  Dec 10, 2024

Principal Secretary for Basic Education, Belio Kipsang, confirmed that the government has allocated Sh11 billion for the construction of 11,000 classr...

MPs urge Education Ministry to reverse closure of 348 boarding schools
Lucy Mumbi  |  Dec 05, 2024

National Assembly Majority Whip Silvanus Osoro said the directive was a panic reaction following the tragic fire at Hillside Endarasha Academy in Sept...

NG-CDF to receive Sh5 billion this week, with monthly disbursements to follow
Lucy Mumbi  |  Dec 03, 2024

Wetang'ula added that starting in December, Sh7 billion will be released each month until June next year.

Government accelerates preparations for transition to Grade 9 in 2025
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 23, 2024

The government is focusing on building classrooms, recruiting teachers, and distributing learning materials to accommodate the inaugural cohort.

Public schools strain as Treasury fails to release Sh59 billion capitation funds
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 31, 2024

Secondary schools have borne the brunt of these deficits, consistently falling short of their per-student allocation.

Ministry of education launches Sh240 million digital skills initiative for teachers’ colleges
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 26, 2024

The introduction of digital skills is timely, given the increasing need for educators and students to adapt to the digital age.

State targets ghost workers as Education Ministry first to undergo payroll system overhaul
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 14, 2024

Treasury CS Mbadi said the ministry has long been burdened by cases of deceased teachers remaining on the payroll for years.

Schools heads warn of early closures due to delayed funding ahead of KCSE exam
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 09, 2024

He also noted that if the remaining funds are not released, staff employed by the schools will be forced to go on long holidays without pay.

Hillside Endarasha fire culprit will be brought to book - CS Ogamba
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 26, 2024

"We are aware that this cannot wipe away your tears or take away the unimaginable pain of losing a loved one."

Nation mourns: Nyeri honours 21 Hillside Endarasha pupils lost in dormitory fire
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 26, 2024

The emotional event brought together parents, school staff, leaders, and members of the community

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