Basic Education PS Julius Bitok Stories

Government suspends social, extracurricular activities in schools ahead of national exams
Lucy Mumbi  |  Aug 28, 2025

Basic Education Principal Secretary Julius Bitok said the directive will affect prayer sessions, social events and other non-academic gatherings, whic...

Google says developers distributing Android Apps outside Play Store must verify identity
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Aug 28, 2025

The new policy comes in response to a growing trend where malicious apps are disproportionately found outside the Play Store.

18 State-owned enterprises to operate as Public Limited Companies in new Bill
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Aug 28, 2025

Re-registering the entities as PLCs would allow them to raise capital by offering shares to the public while protecting shareholders with limited liab...

Raila slams IEBC, NPS and DPP, says they have failed Kenyans despite 2010 Constitution gains
Lucy Mumbi  |  Aug 27, 2025

Raila said while some institutions created by the Constitution had strengthened democracy and accountability, others had failed to live up to expectat...

Kenya’s Malkia Strikers end World Championship campaign on a high with a straight-sets win over Vietnam
Erick Kariuki  |  Aug 27, 2025

The 10-time African champions bounced back from earlier defeats to Poland (3-1) and Germany (3-0) in Group G to post a landmark 25-23, 25-22, 25-18 wi...

MPs demand full disclosure as Kenya School of Government faces repeated audit issues
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Aug 27, 2025

The Auditor-General flagged Sh8.8 million in unsupported general expenses for 2019 due to missing vouchers, despite KSG claiming it had submitted the...

Somalia welcomes first Egyptian troops for new AU mission
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Aug 26, 2025

Somalia’s Ministry of Defence emphasised that the involvement of multiple troop-contributing countries demonstrates the shared commitment across the c...

Nearly 1.65 million IDPs return home as Sudan displacement numbers fall
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Aug 26, 2025

9,937,444 million people remained displaced across the country's 18 states during the period under review, down from a record 11.5 million IDPs record...

Mbadi urges State agencies to prioritise PPPs in project planning
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Aug 26, 2025

Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi highlighted that Kenya’s limited fiscal space requires a shift from fully government-funded projects to innovati...

Why Lagdera MP Abdikadir Hussein believes CDF funds are a game changer to Northern Kenya
Barack Oduor  |  Aug 26, 2025

He cited Northern Kenya as an example, noting that although the region has received billions of shillings through devolution, little has been achieved...

Athletes sue Nandi County Government over demolition of Kipchoge Keino Stadium
Carolyne Kubwa  |  Aug 25, 2025

The athletes are challenging a decision by the Nandi County Government to replace the historic facility with an ultra-modern market and housing projec...

Why Ruto’s anti-corruption stance is a 'political gimmick' to win public support - Rights defender Peter Kiama
Barack Oduor  |  Aug 25, 2025

President William Ruto's recent claims that Members of Parliament are engaged in bribery have stirred diverse opinions on his sincerity and efforts ag...

Churches to Ruto: Provide evidence and act on MPs' bribery claims
Lucy Mumbi  |  Aug 25, 2025

The National Council of Churches of Kenya (NCCK) stated that the President should match his words with decisive actions to ensure accountability.

Sudanese sisters die in Mediterranean crossing
DW News  |  Aug 24, 2025

The three children had left Libya with their mother and brother, hoping to reach Italy. International estimates suggest that this Mediterranean crossi...

UN sounds alarm over Nairobi’s mounting garbage crisis
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Aug 24, 2025

This means nearly 40 per cent of households are surrounded by uncollected trash, a situation that leads to clogged drains, breeding grounds for mosqui...

How Nollywood films help Kenyan housemaids make sense of their lives
The Conversation  |  Aug 24, 2025

The lessons raised were connected to the housemaids’ immediate life experiences, and many of the films mentioned seemed to explore the social impacts...

Ngetich dominates 5,000m as Yavi smashes mile steeplechase world record in Brussels
Erick Kariuki  |  Aug 23, 2025

Ngetich, running solo for much of the race, stormed to 14:24.99, six seconds clear of Ethiopians Likina Amebaw (14:31.51) and Aleshign Baweke (14:31.8...

How to make irresistible caramel popcorn using a sufuria
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Aug 23, 2025

This method does not require microwaves or fancy machines. It is delicious, homemade, and perfect for movie nights, school snacks, or Sunday afternoon...

CBK begins real-time monitoring of customer financial transactions
Mary Wambui  |  Aug 23, 2025

Through the system, CBK will strengthen its ability to surveil the entire banking sector as transactions occur, covering RTGS, PesaLink, and mobile mo...

School heads warn of early third-term closure, exam disruption over delayed capitation funds
Lucy Mumbi  |  Aug 23, 2025

Kenya Union of Post-Primary Education Teachers (Kuppet) Deputy Secretary General Moses Nthurima also raised the alarm, saying the delay had set up sch...

Aid workers accuse NGOs of 'whitewashing' Israel's Gaza war
DW News  |  Aug 23, 2025

Several international NGOs have limited their language and advocacy on the topic of Gaza, a DW investigation found. They fear that Israel might otherw...

KUCCPS extends TVET application deadline for September 2025 intake
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Aug 22, 2025

The intake targets KCSE holders from 2000 to 2024, who can apply for diploma, craft, and artisan certificate programmes with the following minimum gra...

EACC says no complaints lodged on MPs’ bribery claims, probe into CDF mismanagement ongoing
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Aug 22, 2025

EACC Chief Executive Officer Abdi Mohamud clarified that while allegations of bribery have been circulating in the media, the Commission has not recei...

Kenya’s Malkia Strikers cry out over unpaid allowances ahead of World Championships
Erick Kariuki  |  Aug 22, 2025

The Malkia Strikers, who have consistently brought pride to Kenya with strong performances on the international stage, say their only wish now is to b...

TSC unveils teacher promotion guidelines prioritising seniority, experience
Lucy Mumbi  |  Aug 22, 2025

According to the guidelines, teachers aged 57 years and above stand to gain the most, with the scoring system heavily rewarding length of service and...

Hunger in Gaza: Women and children face death in search of food
UN News  |  Aug 22, 2025

The race for food is not limited to men. Women are forced to take this risk, driven by the responsibilities of motherhood and the needs of their child...

Unseen and unprotected: The hidden workforce battling Kenya’s waste crisis
Charity Kilei  |  Aug 22, 2025

Their experiences call for urgent reforms: full implementation of the Sustainable Waste Management Act, proper infrastructure for sorting and material...

Antonio Guterres renews ceasefire appeal as Israel intensifies assault on Gaza
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Aug 21, 2025

According to the UN Human Rights Office (OHCHR), the Israeli army has been issuing evacuation orders across wide areas of Jabalya, using quadcopters t...

Google debuts first-ever magnetic wireless charging line
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Aug 21, 2025

Google confirmed that more Pixelsnap-compatible accessories, including car mounts, desk docks, and modular cases, are currently in development.

Ship agents oppose KEPHIS pest inspection charges on shipping lines
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Aug 21, 2025

In a statement, KSAA reiterated its strong support for KEPHIS in fulfilling its mandate of safeguarding Kenya’s agricultural exports and protecting th...

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