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Why schools could soon be forced to teach self-defence to learners
A new proposal before parliament seeks to make self-defence training compulsory in schools by introducing mandatory personal safety lessons.
By Lewis Nyaundi And Mike Kihaki
2026-02-19 00:00:00
MPs have backed proposed changes to the TSC Amendment Bill, saying the amendments would address a growing leadership crisis in schools caused by prolonged acting appointments.
By Mike Kihaki
2026-02-18 15:50:13
A new study by ZanaAfrica, Education Design Unlimited, and Dignitas has unveiled practical strategies to strengthen gender equity and inclusion in some vulnerable education settings.
By Benard Orwongo
2026-02-18 12:26:26
The Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development has launched career growth guidelines to strengthen governance, staff development and institutional efficiency.
By Mike Kihaki
2026-02-18 01:00:00
President Ruto has pledged to raise the education budget by Sh65 billion to Sh765 billion in the next financial year to support reforms and address funding gaps.
By Lewis Nyaundi
2026-02-18 00:00:00
KNEC has opened applications for examiner training ahead of this year's national examinations, but shortlisted teachers will foot a Sh10,500 training bill before marking a single paper.
By Mike Kihaki
2026-02-17 15:09:40
The KNEC has begun implementing e-assessment as part of Kenya’s ongoing education reforms, where processes will be fully aligned with the global best practices.
By Mike Kihaki
2026-02-17 06:00:00
The final cohort to sit next year’s KCSE under the ending 8-4-4 system will have no fallback, as there will be no possibility to resit the exams.
By Mike Kihaki
2026-02-16 08:00:00
As all other candidates wrote on customised scripts of the KJSEA that were done in October 2025, Sylvia Nyaboke wrote hers on photocopied examination material.
By Stanley Ongwae
2026-02-16 00:00:00
The government has allayed fears of potential learning disruptions in senior schools over a shortage of textbooks.
By Mike Kihaki
2026-02-15 20:40:33
A damning new report has lifted the lid on the shadowy world of “ghost students” in school.
By Mike Kihaki
2026-02-15 15:08:28
The government has pledged to enhance Technical and Vocational Education and Training as a central pillar for tackling youth unemployment
By Mike Kihaki
2026-02-15 14:05:17
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