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Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba told the Senate that the government was working with the National Treasury and other stakeholders to raise the money required to employ the remaining teachers permanently.
Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba said the restrictions were prompted by concerns over political interests and interruptions to school programmes.
The board said the money had been processed and disbursed to institutions for onward processing, with affected students now required to confirm the status of their funds through the HELB student portal or by contacting their institutions.
He argued that greater participation by practitioners, particularly those in private schools, could help identify implementation challenges and improve the effectiveness of CBC
Education CS Julius Ogamba officially launched the distribution of the Grade 11 books at the Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development (KICD) on Tuesday as the government moved to ensure schools receive the materials before the new class begins.
Speaking during a National Industrial Training Authority (NITA) graduation ceremony at State House, Nairobi, on Thursday, Ruto said Kenya needed to move away from a long-standing culture that measures educational success largely through academic qualifications
Speaking during the graduation of 3,727 workers under the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) programme at State House, Atwoli said the initiative was an important step in recognising the contribution of millions of workers who have acquired skills through practical experience
The admission came as Ogamba responded to questions from nominated Senator Catherine Mumma, who had sought detailed information on teenage pregnancies recorded in 2023 and 2024.
The confirmation comes shortly after President William Ruto announced that 20,000 contract teachers would be given permanent and pensionable positions beginning January next year.
The findings by the Elimu Bora Working Group show that more than nine out of every 10 households surveyed had either paid an illegal levy in 2025, expected to pay one in 2026 or faced demands exceeding the officially gazetted school fees.
The Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development (KICD) has released the official list of learning materials cleared for use in Grade 11, covering both regular learners and those under Special Needs Education (SNE), including learners following the Stage Based Pathway.
The 2026 examination season will bring together candidates sitting the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) and learners taking the Kenya Primary School Education Assessment (KPSEA) and Kenya Junior School Education Assessment (KJSEA).
The proposed 2026 Career Progression Guidelines (CPG) will create two career routes for teachers, separating classroom teaching from leadership and administrative positions
Speaking during the national World Teachers’ Day celebrations at the Kasarani Indoor Arena in Nairobi on Monday, Melly said the government had placed teachers and education infrastructure at the centre of its development agenda
Ruto linked the development of human capital to productivity, innovation, and Kenya’s ability to compete in an increasingly digital global economy.
For retirees, the change could significantly shorten the period between leaving employment and receiving the savings and benefits accumulated during their working lives
Ogamba said the government was committed to timely negotiations and conclusion of future agreements.
The appointments, made under Section 36(1)(d) of the Universities Act, give the new council members three-year terms.
Parker-Jones, who has served as Rugby School's Head Master since 2020, will join Wellington Kenya a year before its launch and also take on the role of Head of Education at Rendeavour.
The Universities Academic Staff Union (UASU), Kenya University Staff Union (KUSU) and Kenya Union of Domestic, Hotels, Educational Institutions, Hospitals and Allied Workers (KUDHEIHA) said the latest counter-offer did not resolve issues they had raised during earlier negotiations.
The Teachers Service Commission (Amendment) Bill, 2026, sponsored by National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah, seeks to introduce a range of new disciplinary offences for teachers employed by the Teachers Service Commission (TSC).
Parents Associations proposed replacing Parent-Teacher Associations with recognised Parents Associations, with a stronger and more clearly defined role in supporting schools and learners.
The University of Nairobi retained its position as the country’s leading university but was placed in the 1,601-1,800 band, while Kenyatta University ranked in the 1,801-2,000 category.
The Muslim Education Council wants Parliament to remove provisions that allow interest to be imposed on student loans, saying learners should not repay more than the amount they borrowed apart from any clearly stated administrative cost.
The successful candidate will be appointed for a five-year term and can be considered for another five years after the first term.
Raburu died at about 4.30 am at Eldoret Hospital, according to his family, bringing to an end his service as Deputy Vice-Chancellor in charge of Planning, Research and Extension.
“The University has instituted immediate and appropriate disciplinary action in accordance with the applicable University policies, regulations, and principles of due process,” the institution said.
Hardship areas are typically marked by challenges including poor infrastructure, limited access to essential services, difficult weather conditions, insecurity and inadequate social amenities.
The committee, chaired by Luanda MP Dick Maungu, is examining Auditor-General Nancy Gathungu’s reports for the financial years under review, with the school accounting officers expected to respond to various queries.
The Commission for University Education found that only 631 professors, representing 3.84 per cent of academic staff, were teaching across 38 chartered public universities, 32 chartered private universities, three private universities with Letters of Interim Authority, eight public university constituent colleges and two private constituent colleges.