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MPs reject TSC’s teacher promotion list, citing bias, inequity and lack of transparency
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 16, 2025

The MPs argued that the promotions, which had been celebrated by some, were skewed and unfair, with certain counties benefiting disproportionately fro...

TSC says it needs Sh3 billion to promote over 178,000 stagnated teachers
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 15, 2025

TSC Chief Executive Officer Nancy Macharia attributed the prolonged stagnation to years of underfunding, which she said had crippled the implementatio...

TSC warns of worsening teacher shortage ahead of senior secondary school rollout
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 08, 2025

According to TSC CEO Nancy Macharia, the situation is exacerbated by budget constraints that could impede the recruitment and promotion of teachers, f...

Kuppet wants TSC to revoke over 25,000 teacher promotions, cites unfair distribution
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 02, 2025

KUPPET called for a review of the promotion process to ensure fairness, advocating for a merit-based approach that considers staffing levels in differ...

Over 25,000 teachers promoted as Treasury allocates Sh1bn for new salary scales
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 02, 2025

The list, accessible on the TSC website, includes 25,252 teachers who have been successful in their applications for promotions.

School heads challenge TSC over promotion process
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 21, 2025

The principals claim the system limits opportunities for teachers from areas with a high number of qualified candidates while favouring regions with f...

738 police officers, 50 civilians staff promoted in National Police Service
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 13, 2025

According to NPSC Chairperson Eliud Kinuthia, the Commission examined whether the recommended officers met the promotion criteria and was satisfied th...

Teachers scramble for promotions as TSC receives 189,000 applications for 25,288 vacancies
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 22, 2025

Kenya Union of Post-Primary Education Teachers is preparing to resume negotiations with TSC to ensure the promotions are implemented this year.

TSC to promote 28,288 teachers in 2025 as funding from government increases
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jan 09, 2025

Muturi emphasised that the promotions reflect the commission's ongoing commitment to recognising and rewarding the hard work of educators.

Blow to AG office as court suspends promotions over fairness concerns
Lucy Mumbi  |  Dec 11, 2024

Justice Byram Ongaya issued the order on Wednesday, halting the promotions, which had been announced by Solicitor-General Shadrack Mose in a memo date...

Over 180 police officers set for promotions after interviews
Barack Oduor  |  Oct 24, 2024

The officers who had completed a six-month promotional course will be assessed to certain their suitability for the expected mandate.

As Nairobi Fight Night gains momentum, Kenyan boxing looks to its roots for revival
Michael Kirwa  |  Aug 26, 2024

Boxing has been a significant sport in Kenya's Olympic history, contributing seven medals to the nation's tally. However, since the late 1980s, the sp...

Brigadier Paul Njuguna takes helm of KDF's Strategic Communications Unit
Mary Wambui  |  Jul 26, 2024

Before his appointment to Stratcomm, Njuguna has been serving as Head of Postgraduate Studies and Director of Corporate Communications at the National...

TSC set to promote 36,000 teachers starting next week
Lucy Mumbi  |  Feb 25, 2024

The commission says it has completed the interview process and expects to release the list of successful candidates next week, with appointment letter...

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