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Mike Kihaki

Don't inflict more tax pain, clergy tell State

Under the umbrella of the Church and Clergy Association of Kenya, the clergy warned many taxes continue exposing Kenyans to more suffering.

Don't inflict more tax pain, clergy tell State

Mogusu joins Copyright society as Operations Manager

Mogusu joins Copyright society as Operations Manager

Schools caught between rock and hard place despite release of cash

Schools caught between rock and hard place despite release of cash

Standard editor feted for biotech reporting

Standard editor feted for biotech reporting

High cost of fuel will inflict more pain on Kenyans, COTU says

‘‘Unless the government gets a way to cushion workers by giving a corresponding 50 per cent wage increment,” Okwaro stated.

High cost of fuel will inflict more pain on Kenyans, COTU says

Learners in Nairobi raise alarm over drugs abuse and insecurity

The data also indicate that the majority of these young students have cancer and mental health.

Learners in Nairobi raise alarm over drugs abuse and insecurity

Delayed loan repayment cripples our operations, HELB says

Appearing before the Education Committee, Ringera said repayment of loans is key to HELB’s mandate of creating a revolving fund for the benefit of other deserving students.

Delayed loan repayment cripples our operations, HELB says

Calls for freedom of institutions rules Democratic Day

Martha Koome in her statement noted that the prevalent form of democratic deterioration in the continent involves undermining functioning of autonomous institutions.

Calls for freedom of institutions rules Democratic Day

We will not report to work until transferred, Asal teachers vow

The 300 tutors who are still camping at the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) headquarters vowed not to return to the area saying they will not take anything less than a transfer.

We will not report to work until transferred, Asal teachers vow

Diversify courses to accommodate climate change, Machogu urge universities

Universities have been called to promote climate smart agriculture and trade initiatives for sustainable economic growth.

Diversify courses to accommodate climate change, Machogu urge universities

Enhance funding on Special Needs, government urged

Special needs education requires urgent attention to enhance service delivery for learners with disabilities.

Enhance funding on Special Needs, government urged

New start as freshers flock to public varsities

Some universities have reaped big following the Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS) window of inter-university transfer for continuing students.

New start as freshers flock to public varsities

Government to scale up youth talent search, says CS Machogu

The CS said that even as the country continues transitioning thousands of graduates every year, unemployment continues posing a big challenge.

Government to scale up youth talent search, says CS Machogu

Church leaders back code of conduct to curb rogue preachers

Church leaders have welcomed the government’s move to crack down on rogue preachers and regulate operations at places of worship.

Church leaders back code of conduct to curb rogue preachers

MPs: Absent candidates to get supplementary test

Candidates who miss KCPE and KCSE examinations due to illness may be provided with supplementary examinations if the proposal by MPs is accepted.

MPs: Absent candidates to get supplementary test

Drama, music teachers win in promotions

Teachers Service Commission (TSC) Chief Executive Nancy Macharia has invited eligible candidates to apply online via the commission’s portal by September 8.

Drama, music teachers win in promotions

Agency calls for industry linkage to create job opportunities

‘‘Industry experts possess real-world insights into the rapidly evolving market trends, skill demands, and emerging technologies,’’ Dr Kande said.

Agency calls for industry linkage to create job opportunities

2,000 underage university students to miss out on loans

Charles Ringera, the CEO of the Higher Education Loans Board, has clarified that the loans will be reserved for these learners until they reach the appropriate age.

2,000 underage university students to miss out on loans

Government launches DigiSchool connectivity

The venture, operating under the Digital Masterplan and the government's Digital Superhighway initiative, was initially piloted on December 17, 2022, at Maragima Primary School.

Government launches DigiSchool connectivity

Teachers struggle to serve in Security prone areas, say Kindiki

"We have removed all non-local teachers from risky to safer areas until the current wave of threat is handled," Kindiki said.

Teachers struggle to serve in Security prone areas, say Kindiki

Former Jaramogi Oginga VC appointed MKU Council chair

He served as First Vice Chancellor and Professor of Horticulture at the Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology (JOOUST).

Former Jaramogi Oginga VC appointed MKU Council chair

Legendary St Stephen's choir has nurtured big names in music

As the history of St. Stephen's Jogoo Road church has evolved from a wood and mabati affair in 1923 along Jackson Road (Parliament Road) to what it is today, so has the choir.

Legendary St Stephen's choir has nurtured big names in music

DCI blames ministry officials and KNEC for exams leakage

Rogue officials created social media accounts and posted questions there. Education committee also found that money exchanged hands among officers.

By 2 months ago

DCI blames ministry officials and KNEC for exams leakage

TSC: Teachers unwilling to apply for promotions in other counties

CEO Nancy Macharia says teachers have failed to turn up and apply for vacant positions. Early this year, the Commission advertised 14,738 vacancies for the promotion of teachers.

By 2 months ago

TSC: Teachers unwilling to apply for promotions in other counties

MPs give nod for roll out of open university

Qualified learners will have the opportunity to pursue their preferred courses through e-learning, eliminating the need for physical classrooms.

By 2 months ago

MPs give nod for roll out of open university

Merger of placement and funding bodies gives students hope

A student from a vulnerable home will have their tuition fees fully paid. Funding will be distributed in these categories: vulnerable, extremely needy, needy, and less needy.

By 2 months ago

Merger of placement and funding bodies gives students hope

University councils may take over power to hire top staff from Public Service Commission

The education reforms team has proposed that the relevant sections of the Universities Act be amended to allow councils to recruit vice-chancellors.

By 2 months ago

University councils may take over power to hire top staff from Public Service Commission

TSC seeks Sh78b to hire 11k teachers in its ambitious plan

The teacher's employer has requested an additional Sh78 billion to hire more teachers in the next five years, as part of its five-year strategic paln.

By 2 months ago

TSC seeks Sh78b to hire 11k teachers in its ambitious plan

MPs accuse CA, DCI of abetting cheating in examinations

Say no single individual has been taken to court even after cases of exam malpractice were submitted to DCI as CA says 36 cases of cybercrime accounts are under investigation.

By 2 months ago

MPs accuse CA, DCI of abetting cheating in examinations

20,000 teaching jobs up for grabs, TSC says

The Government has announced the start of recruitment of 20,000 teachers to address the teacher shortage in the country.

By 2 months ago

20,000 teaching jobs up for grabs, TSC says

Teachers new push for fresh salary review talks

‘‘In light of the President’s pronouncement on Friday, June 30, we wish to request for an urgent meeting to re-open negotiations for a new Collective Bargaining Agreement,’’ Misori said.

By 2 months ago

Teachers new push for fresh salary review talks

Book highlights youth struggle to balance academic, digital spaces

It expounds risks and pitfalls of digital space emphasizing the importance of cybersecurity and responsible tech use while exposing prevalence of child pornography on the Meta platform.

By 2 months ago

Book highlights youth struggle to balance academic, digital spaces

Teachers reject pay rise for state officers, push for their welfare

Misori faulted the commission for standing in the way of the review of teachers’ salaries for two years under the Third Public Sector Remuneration and Benefits Review Cycle in 2021.

By 2 months ago

Teachers reject pay rise for state officers, push for their welfare

Relief for teachers as Ruto announces salaries review

‘‘We appreciate President Ruto for taking our concerns and putting on hold the benefits to other state officers but looking down on the down trodden members of the PSC,’’ Misori said.

By 2 months ago

Relief for teachers as Ruto announces salaries review

CS Machogu asks councils to remain professional

‘‘Since the government has invested heavily in the sector, there is a need to see transformation and value for money,’’ said Prof Ferej.

By 2 months ago

CS Machogu asks councils to remain professional

Youth struggle to balance between academic and digital realm

The story delves into the complexities of friendship, loyalty, and the importance of honesty and accountability offering invaluable lessons in the digital era.

By 2 months ago

Youth struggle to balance between academic and digital realm

State appears toothless as schools ignore rules

The latest rule break is sending learners on mid-term a week earlier than planned. However, some principals said the early break was occasioned by shortage of funds.

By 2 months ago

State appears toothless as schools ignore rules

Sakaja school feeding program to face court action

Education Rights Specialist Muthoni Ouko said there are more needy children in non-formal schools in Nairobi than there are in public primary schools.

By 3 months ago

Sakaja school feeding program to face court action

Embrace divergent views for sustainable development- Mudavadi

Mudavadi said that tapping the potential of the commons can help in shaping a sustainable and prosperous future.

By 3 months ago

Embrace divergent views for sustainable development- Mudavadi

Don't condemn churches based on Shakahola killings, clerics tell State

Pastors distance themselves from cult leader Paul Makenzi of Good News International Church

By 3 months ago

Don't condemn churches based on Shakahola killings, clerics tell State

Relief for schools as education receives lion's share of budget, scooping Sh628.6 billion in allocations

In this year's budget, primary schools will receive Sh12.5 billion, up from Sh12 billion.

By 3 months ago

Relief for schools as education receives lion's share of budget, scooping Sh628.6 billion in allocations

Teacher promotions, new hires to address the shortage crisis

TSC Chief Executive Dr. Nancy Macharia assured teachers that, with the availability of funds, the commission will employ at least 25,000 teachers per year for the next five years.

By 3 months ago

Teacher promotions, new hires to address the shortage crisis

Less school hours for learners, Machogu orders

"I have seen some buses ferrying students at 10 pm as they head back home. We will not allow that,” said Machogu.

By 3 months ago

Less school hours for learners, Machogu orders

DCI boss Amin meets family of missing Rwandese feared to have been abducted

The Rwandese, Yusuf Ghahana, went missing on June 30 after being abducted from his house by people suspected to be security agents.

By 3 months ago

DCI boss Amin meets family of missing Rwandese feared to have been abducted

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