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Kenya uncovers 2,145 “ghost” primary schools in nationwide education audit
Education and Career

Kenya uncovers 2,145 “ghost” primary schools in nationwide education audit

According to the report, 16,788 schools with 4.29 million learners received Sh1.22 billion after full verification. Another 3,979 schools with smaller enrolments—below 90 learners—also qualified for full payment amounting to Sh66.8 million. However, 3,065 schools that failed to submit accurate data were given only 50 per cent of their allocation, translating to Sh79.7 million for 280,900 learners based on data from the National Education Management Information System (NEMIS).

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Tunza Mtoto demands full release of ghost student audit report
Education and Career

Tunza Mtoto demands full release of ghost student audit report

The verification process, launched in early September 2025, came after a special audit by the Office of the Auditor General uncovered serious irregularities in the education sector. That audit showed that 33 fictitious schools had received billions of shillings over the past four years. By the end of October, the Ministry reported finding roughly 50,000 ghost students from a sample of 12,000 public schools.

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Treasury nod sets stage for Sh7.76bn payout to university staff
Education and Career

Treasury nod sets stage for Sh7.76bn payout to university staff

The payment arrangement follows advisory input from the Salaries and Remuneration Commission and weeks of pressure from university unions demanding that the government honour the negotiated terms. Staff had accused authorities of delaying obligations contained in the collective bargaining agreements, saying the situation had left many workers struggling financially.

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Treasury pressed to release funds as KNEC struggles with Sh3.7bn deficit
Education and Career

Treasury pressed to release funds as KNEC struggles with Sh3.7bn deficit

CS Ogamba said the council’s approved recurrent budget for the 2024/25 financial year allocated Sh5.9 billion for national assessments and examinations. Out of this, Sh3 billion was designated for the KCSE exams, Sh2 billion for the Kenya Junior School Education Assessment (KJSEA), and Sh900 million for the Kenya Primary School Education Assessment (KPSEA). However, the total requirement stood at Sh12.72 billion, creating a funding gap of Sh6.8 billion.

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Kenya drops certificates for Grade 6 and 9 learners under new curriculum
Education and Career

Kenya drops certificates for Grade 6 and 9 learners under new curriculum

The new documents will not display traditional grades such as A, B, C, or D, nor the actual marks scored. This information will only be shared with the Ministry of Education for placement purposes into senior school. Certification will now only be awarded at the completion of basic education — at the end of Grade 12.

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Education Ministry withholds funds from 29 schools over ongoing verification
Education and Career

Education Ministry withholds funds from 29 schools over ongoing verification

The Education CS further told MPs that 570 out of 990 primary schools failed to submit updated data to the ministry even after receiving half of their funds, a gap that continues to complicate the disbursement process. According to Ogamba, about 6,000 schools countrywide, ranging from primary to senior secondary, are still non-compliant with the ministry’s requirements, with some institutions operating with as few as 45 pupils.

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Smart locks, new rules rolled out to safeguard 2025 national exams
Education and Career

Smart locks, new rules rolled out to safeguard 2025 national exams

The Ministry of Education has also issued strict guidelines requiring Centre Managers, Supervisors, Invigilators, and Security Officers to surrender their mobile phones once they collect examination materials. The phones will be stored securely during the entire exam period to curb communication that could compromise integrity.

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Parents reassured as State prepares new senior school fee plan
Education and Career

Parents reassured as State prepares new senior school fee plan

The upcoming senior school system, which will accommodate Grade 10 to 12 learners, is anchored on three pathways — Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM), Social Sciences, and Arts and Sports. Fees will differ depending on the pathway and the school’s category, as each cluster requires different levels of infrastructure and learning materials.

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