The CS appeared to take issue with former Deputy President and Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua, whose political activities in the Mt Kenya region have focused on building stronger regional cooperation ahead of the 2027 General Election.
By Bradley BosireSpeaking during the release of the 2026/2027 Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS) placement results, Ogamba said 8,915 students who attained the minimum university entry grade of C+ and above in the 2025 KCSE examinations opted for non-degree courses in tertiary institutions instead of pursuing degree programmes.
By David AbonyoSpeaking during the 60th Anniversary Thanksgiving Service at Burieruri High School in Meru County on Sunday, CS Ogamba said the proposed team would bring together key players in the education sector to identify long-term solutions to what he described as a recurring challenge affecting learners.
By David AbonyoPresident William Ruto has weighed in on the matter, urging parents to take a more active role in shaping the behaviour of their children and warning against placing all responsibility on schools and government agencies.
By Bradley BosireEducation Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba made the commitment during the 80th anniversary celebrations of Thika School for the Visually Impaired and the commemoration of International Albinism Awareness Day 2026.
By Bradley BosireUtumishi Girls Academy founder Edward Mbugua said the deadly dormitory fire that killed 16 students should prompt Kenya to re-examine boarding school planning, infrastructure and overcrowding, including whether learners should travel long distances for education.
By Bradley BosireThe Ministry of Education says it will shorten the second term starting next academic year to balance the school calendar. Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba cited concerns over learner pressure and unrest in some senior secondary schools.
By Bradley BosireThe Deputy President said the incidents, while concerning, have affected only a small fraction of Kenya’s schools.
By Bradley BosireSpeaking during a media briefing in Nairobi on Thursday, DCP Secretary General John Methu criticised government response mechanisms, arguing that repeated school disasters reflect systemic failure in emergency preparedness and oversight.
By David AbonyoFor the FY2024/2025 period, the ministry received about Sh628.6 billion, while the FY2025/2026 proposal has risen to about Sh656.6 billion, reflecting increased spending across key education programmes.
By Chrispho OwuorThe disputed document, which has been widely shared online, was designed to resemble an official press statement from the Ministry of Education. It purported to address payment delays affecting supervisors, invigilators, security officers and other contracted professionals engaged in the administration and marking of national examinations.
By Chrispho OwuorThe fee, which covers assessment charges, will be enforced starting May 2026 and is part of the government’s effort to expand access to practical skills education.
By Bradley BosireEducation Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba stressed that universities must strengthen both their physical infrastructure and academic capacity to manage the incoming cohort effectively.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe verification covered public primary, junior and secondary schools, as well as special needs institutions across all 47 counties.
By Bradley BosireEducation Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba on Thursday announced that the Ministry of Education has procured a total of 11,867,325 textbooks for Grade 10, reinforcing the government’s policy of providing core learning materials at a ratio of one book per learner.
By Bradley BosireIn the directive, learners without senior fees or school uniforms have been allowed to report in their junior school uniforms as temporary arrangements are made.
By Bradley BosireOgamba highlighted trends in subject performance, noting that 17 subjects improved while 11 registered declines. Gender analysis showed female candidates performed better in six language subjects, while male students outperformed females in 11 other subjects.
By David AbonyoDespite the high number of rejected requests, the ministry said the exercise has largely met learner preferences, with 88 percent of students placed according to their original or revised choices.
By Bradley BosireDuring a media briefing on Friday, Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba explained that the final numbers will guide how much each school receives. Under the new figures, high school students will get Sh22,240 each, junior school learners will get Sh15,000, and primary school pupils will receive Sh1,540. He noted that past delays often happened because the ministry did not have clear data to work with.
By Chrispho OwuorEducation Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba said that learners in isolated villages would be relocated using air support where necessary to ensure they reach safer centres in time for their exams.
By Bradley BosireSpeaking on Wednesday, October 29, Ogamba said the release schedule is designed to ensure smooth processing and a timely transition for learners under the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC).
By Bradley BosireIn a public notice released on Wednesday, August 6, 2025 HELB urged eligible students to apply early to avoid last-minute delays
By Brenda SockyOgamba dismissed claims suggesting that the Ministry of Education had slashed capitation funds from Sh22,000 to Sh16,000 per learner.
By Brenda SockyThese decisions, made in accordance with sections 36 and 55 of the Universities Act, took effect from July 25, 2025, and will run for three years.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe Counci's CEO Mary Mwiti stressed that education is one of the few remaining tools for social mobility and national cohesion and should be safeguarded at all costs.
By Brenda SockySpeaking in Nairobi, Ogamba said 201,695 out of the 244,563 candidates who qualified for degree courses applied for placement in universities and colleges.
By Maureen KinyanjuiOgamba highlighted that the results demonstrate the increasing acceptance and effectiveness of the CBET approach within the Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) sector.
By Brenda SockyCS Ogamba highlighted the institution’s digital learning platform and flexible study options as key factors driving the expected reduction in education costs.
By Brenda SockyAppearing before the National Assembly Education Committee, Ogamba admitted that the ministry has not been able to track the exact amount but did not dispute the figure raised by lawmakers.
By Maureen Kinyanjui