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Flip-flop as Education CS reverts on plan to make Mathematics optional

The education sector is sharply divided over whether mathematics should be made a mandatory subject in senior secondary school.

Flip-flop as Education CS reverts on plan to make Mathematics optional

U-turn: Maths will be a mandatory subject in Senior schools

U-turn: Maths will be a mandatory subject in Senior schools

Teachers face delays in medical services as government owes Sh11.2 billion

Teachers face delays in medical services as government owes Sh11.2 billion

KMTC asks government to fund students amid financial strain

KMTC asks government to fund students amid financial strain

Government to create special unit to combat human trafficking

Government will create a special anti-human trafficking unit in response to the growing threat of exploitation, particularly of overseas job promises targeting Kenyans.

Government to create special unit to combat human trafficking

Public Service CS Ruku wants Nairobi flooding menace fixed

Public Service CS Geoffrey Ruku directs formation of a multi-agency team to fix drainage systems following flooding in the capital.

Public Service CS Ruku wants Nairobi flooding menace fixed

Kindiki, Mudavadi, Gachagua join tributes in mourning Pope Francis

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki is among leaders mourning Pope Francis, who died on Monday, April 21, after battling double pneumonia for over a month.

Kindiki, Mudavadi, Gachagua join tributes in mourning Pope Francis

Church leaders term Pope Francis as a Shepherd for the world

Church leaders from various denominations across the country have united in grief in condoling following the passing of Pope Francis, the spiritual leader of the global Catholic Church.

Church leaders term Pope Francis as a Shepherd for the world

Pope Francis: A shepherd who walked with the poor, even in death

In a break with centuries of tradition, Pope Francis requested that his body not be displayed on a raised platform, known as the catafalque, in the middle of St. Peter’s Basilica.

Pope Francis: A shepherd who walked with the poor, even in death

Messages of hope and unity mark Easter wishes from Kenyan leaders

Christians across the globe marked Easter with Kenyan leaders calling for unity, hope and reflection

Messages of hope and unity mark Easter wishes from Kenyan leaders

Ruto defends national unity, warns against divisive politics

President William Ruto has warned leaders against divisive politics, saying unity is Kenya’s true strength.

Ruto defends national unity, warns against divisive politics

Kenyans mark Easter with service, faith and calls for unity

As many Kenyans continue to grapple with a high cost of living, this year’s Easter shifted from feasting and family gatherings to acts of service, worship and reflection.

Kenyans mark Easter with service, faith and calls for unity

How Kenyan churches reimagined Easter amid hard times

From rural villages to urban centres, Easter weekend was marked not by luxury, but by unity.

How Kenyan churches reimagined Easter amid hard times

Qualified students urged to apply for university placement before deadline

According to the ministry, more than half of the students who scored Grade C+ and above in the 2024 KCSE exams are yet to apply for their preferred university or college courses.

Qualified students urged to apply for university placement before deadline

TSC seeks Sh35.5b to promote bulk of teachers stuck in one job group

TSC boss tells MPs they require about Sh16.7 billion to promote the group. She also said only about 6,310 teachers have been moved to the next level.

TSC seeks Sh35.5b to promote bulk of teachers stuck in one job group

Mudavadi denies Nairobi backing Sudan's RSF

Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi defends Kenya’s role in Sudan’s fragile peace talks

Mudavadi denies Nairobi backing Sudan's RSF

Police head to EAPCCO games in Ethiopia

The National Police Service has flagged off a team of 108 police officers to represent Kenya in the 5th edition of the East Africa Police Chiefs Cooperation Organisation Games in Ethiopia.

Police head to EAPCCO games in Ethiopia

Kenya's Science journalism mourns Ochieng Ogodo

Former editor at the Standard Ben Ochieng Ogodo, has passed away suddenly in Nairobi at 53.

Kenya's Science journalism mourns Ochieng Ogodo

RPL programme a game changer to thousands in informal sector

The PS note that the certificates issued through RPL are the same as those awarded to people who go through formal education.

RPL programme a game changer to thousands in informal sector

Tribunal halts CA bid to silence Standard Group

Court temporarily halts revocation of Standard Group's broadcasting licenses by the Communications Authority of Kenya, pending hearing on May 2.

Tribunal halts CA bid to silence Standard Group

Principals retool for senior school transition

Thousands of school principals across the country are undergoing training in preparation for the transition of Junior Secondary School (JSS) learners to Senior Secondary School starting next year.

Principals retool for senior school transition

MPs approve Ruku, Cheptumo for Cabinet roles

Parliament approved Mbeere North MP Geoffrey Ruku and Hannah Wendot Cheptumo to Cabinet.

MPs approve Ruku, Cheptumo for Cabinet roles

Kenya to host 2026 ocean conference, a first for Africa

Kenya to host the 11th edition of Ocean Conference 2026, the first African country

Kenya to host 2026 ocean conference, a first for Africa

KRA pledges system upgrades following widespread outage

The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has pledged to continue improving its systems to serve customers better.

KRA pledges system upgrades following widespread outage

Counties, Health ministry tackle gaps in UHC staff pay

Counties, Health Ministry join forces to resolve Universal Health Coverage (UHC) staff pay gaps.

Counties, Health ministry tackle gaps in UHC staff pay

EACC recovers Sh12m and USD 13,000 in cash from Wamatangi's home

Kiambu Governor Kimani Wamatangi arrested, following a raid by EACC on his homes and offices over allegations of embezzlement; residents protesting outside his home.

EACC recovers Sh12m and USD 13,000 in cash from Wamatangi's home

TSC requires Sh35.5 billion to promote more than 178,000 teachers

179,000 teachers in primary and secondary schools have stagnated

TSC requires Sh35.5 billion to promote more than 178,000 teachers

Ministry, governors seek to address healthcare workers delayed pay

Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale and governors meet to address delayed salaries, outdated systems, and limited resources amongst health workers.

Ministry, governors seek to address healthcare workers delayed pay

Mudavadi in UK to push Sudan peace talks, secure Nairobi Railway City funding

The war has claimed thousands of lives and displaced millions, including vulnerable women and children.

Mudavadi in UK to push Sudan peace talks, secure Nairobi Railway City funding

Kenya boosts industrial training with CNC machining programme

This latest initiative will see the Ministry of Education modernise curricula, strengthen industry linkages, and enhance the quality of training in line with Kenya Vision 2030.

Kenya boosts industrial training with CNC machining programme

From Okiya Omtatah to Cleophas Malala: Politicians who like performing arts

Kenya boasts a rich tapestry of politicians who have seamlessly blended their artistic talents with public service.

From Okiya Omtatah to Cleophas Malala: Politicians who like performing arts

Kindiki warns against divisive rhetoric, calls for responsible leadership

The Deputy President emphasised the delicate balance between a maturing democracy and the need to protect national unity.

Kindiki warns against divisive rhetoric, calls for responsible leadership

Ruto vows to protect children against people out to corrupt their minds

Ruto indirectly addressed the controversy surrounding Echoes of War, a student play that was not staged in this year's Kenya National Drama and Film Festival in Nakuru despite qualifying.

Ruto vows to protect children against people out to corrupt their minds

State lays ground to formalise role of village elders

The government plans to roll out public participation for the Draft National Government Village Administration Policy, in efforts to formally recognise and empower village elders.

State lays ground to formalise role of village elders

Why government stopped 'Echoes of War' play

Education CS Julius Ogamba explained why Butere Girls were prevented from performing their Echoes of War play at the national level.

Why government stopped 'Echoes of War' play

Government receives a consignment of Mpox vaccines

Kenya receives 10,700 doses of Mpox vaccine to curb disease spread, Health Ministry says; 67 cases confirmed since July 2024.

Government receives a consignment of Mpox vaccines

Africa is awake and rising economically- Ruto

President William Ruto has called on African countries to seize the moment and claim their rightful place in the global economy.

Africa is awake and rising economically- Ruto

Commission seeks to halt auction of Matili technical college

EACC files an application in a Bungoma High Court seeking to stop auction of public assets belonging to Matili Technical Training Institute.

Commission seeks to halt auction of Matili technical college

Dons call for unity among universities

University Vice-chancellors from East Africa have called for regional integration, internationalisation, and joint recognition of academic programs.

Dons call for unity among universities

Sponsorship programme for special needs learners launched

Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba has unveiled an education sponsorship programme to support children with disabilities in secondary education.

Sponsorship programme for special needs learners launched

IWMI unveils strategy to tackle water, climate challenges in East Africa

At the core of the new strategy are three interconnected goals: mitigating water risks by preparing for and responding to current and future water-related challenges.

IWMI unveils strategy to tackle water, climate challenges in East Africa

All eyes on KNEC as four million candidates set to sit exams in CBC era

More than four million candidates are expected to sit various assessments across the four levels—KCSE, KPSEA, KJSEA and KPLEA—posing logistical and educational challenges for Knec.

All eyes on KNEC as four million candidates set to sit exams in CBC era

Stakeholders raise concerns over Math specialisation at Senior Schools

Math is an essential subject for building a competent workforce for the 21st century. It has applications in all other areas, including the humanities, sports, and, of course, STEM

Stakeholders raise concerns over Math specialisation at Senior Schools

Gates Foundation withdraws from host agreement with Kenya

Gates Foundation withdraws from Host Country Agreement with Kenya, to continue only branch operations following controversy over diplomatic immunity.

Gates Foundation withdraws from host agreement with Kenya

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