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State announces new half-term dates for schools countrywide
Lucy Mumbi  |  May 29, 2024

Basic Education Principal Secretary Belio Kipsang said the adjustments were due to the disruptions in the reopening dates for Term Two.

New Eastleigh Primary School undergoes massive transformation as students resume studies
Abdirahman Khalif  |  May 13, 2024

The administration refurbished washrooms that had been in deplorable condition, posing health hazards to students.

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. 

Five years after tragedy struck, Ruto commissions Ng’ando ward's first public school
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 13, 2024

"I was here five years ago when tragedy struck after the building collapsed and killed students. I was able to mediate and we got a piece of land from...

Government to relocate flood victims from schools ahead of reopening
Abdimalik Hajir  |  May 10, 2024

Abdikadir was wary about the psychological preparedness of the victims to be relocated to different camps, which may affect them, especially children.

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.

Nearly 2,000 schools countrywide affected by ongoing floods
Lucy Mumbi  |  May 02, 2024

The situation has forced the Ministry of Education to grapple with significant challenges in ensuring continuity of learning for thousands of affected...

Kenya Railways, bus company adjust plans after school reopening date changed
Mary Wambui  |  Apr 29, 2024

Kenya Railways has offered to extend the validity of tickets, while the Modern Coast Express bus says journeys can be rescheduled.

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