Topic: Education
University Strike Enters Fourth Week, Lecturers Issue Warning
The dons have vowed to extend the industrial action despite assurances by both Treasury and Education cabinet secretaries, that the required funds needed for salaries increase and recruitment of additional academic staff have been committed.
The dons have vowed to extend the industrial action despite assurances by both Treasury and Education cabinet secretaries, that the required funds needed for salaries increase and recruitment of additional academic staff have been committed.
Crisis In Public Universities As Strikes Disrupt Learning
According to student leaders under the Elimu Bora Working Group, the disruption has caused immense mental anguish, leaving many students uncertain about completing their coursework or sitting for exams on time.
According to student leaders under the Elimu Bora Working Group, the disruption has caused immense mental anguish, leaving many students uncertain about completing their coursework or sitting for exams on time.
KUPPET To Ask For Salary Increment In New CBA
The Kenya Union of Post-Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET) is demanding a salary increment of between 50 to 100 percent for their members in their new Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) to cope with the high cost of living.
The Kenya Union of Post-Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET) is demanding a salary increment of between 50 to 100 percent for their members in their new Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) to cope with the high cost of living.
University Of Nairobi Under Fire Over Controversial Appointment Of Acting COO Brian Ouma
In July, the University of Nairobi Council appointed Brian Ouma as the institution's Acting COO, responsible for overseeing all administrative non-academic departments and managing the day-to-day operations of the varsity.
In July, the University of Nairobi Council appointed Brian Ouma as the institution's Acting COO, responsible for overseeing all administrative non-academic departments and managing the day-to-day operations of the varsity.
Authorities Crack Down On KCSE Exam Cheating In Multiple Counties
Multiple incidents of examination malpractice have been reported across several counties, as the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) exams progress.
Multiple incidents of examination malpractice have been reported across several counties, as the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) exams progress.
Over 960,000 Students To Sit KCSE Exams From Tuesday
At the Kereri Girls High School in Kisii, the environment is set for the first batch of students to take their exam, with the school’s management expressing optimism that the over 800 candidates have been adequately prepared.
At the Kereri Girls High School in Kisii, the environment is set for the first batch of students to take their exam, with the school’s management expressing optimism that the over 800 candidates have been adequately prepared.
Appeals For University Funding Model To Be Heard In December - CS Migos
University students who have complaints about the current university funding model will have to wait a little longer for their appeals to be heard and their banding corrected where necessary, Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Migos has announced.
University students who have complaints about the current university funding model will have to wait a little longer for their appeals to be heard and their banding corrected where necessary, Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Migos has announced.
Text Book Centre Opens Second Store In Ruiru Kiambu
TBC offers a wide range of tech products, including laptops, printers, and other essential electronic devices, as well as books, art, and stationery.
TBC offers a wide range of tech products, including laptops, printers, and other essential electronic devices, as well as books, art, and stationery.
University Lecturers Defy Court Orders, Insist Strike Will Continue
The nationwide lecturers' strike entered its second day on Thursday, as university dons defied an order from the Employment and Labour Relations Court.
The nationwide lecturers' strike entered its second day on Thursday, as university dons defied an order from the Employment and Labour Relations Court.
Moi University Spent Ksh.29.8 Million To Build A Gate - Report
The Moi University management spent a total amount of Ksh.29.8 million in two different projects to build the higher learning institution’s gate, an audit report has revealed.
The Moi University management spent a total amount of Ksh.29.8 million in two different projects to build the higher learning institution’s gate, an audit report has revealed.
From Funding To Teacher Employment: Assessing Education Sector In Ruto’s First 2 Years
On the human resource front, Industrial action by teachers’ unions has become the most recent challenge for the two-year Ruto administration as welfare questions among teachers mounted.
On the human resource front, Industrial action by teachers’ unions has become the most recent challenge for the two-year Ruto administration as welfare questions among teachers mounted.
Learners Urged To Report To School Amid Planned Teachers Strike
In a statement on Sunday, Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Migos assured teachers of the government's commitment to addressing all their legitimate concerns.
In a statement on Sunday, Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Migos assured teachers of the government's commitment to addressing all their legitimate concerns.
127,591 University Student Loan Applications Processed, 12K Complaints Filed - CS Ogamba
In a statement to newsrooms on Friday, Education CS Julius Ogamba explained that the ministry is working round the clock to disburse the funds needed to facilitate the students by August 30, 2024.
In a statement to newsrooms on Friday, Education CS Julius Ogamba explained that the ministry is working round the clock to disburse the funds needed to facilitate the students by August 30, 2024.
Government Allocates Kes57.21 Billion To Improve Education Standards
The government says prospective students can apply for scholarships and loans without having an identity card to ensure that no student is disadvantaged or experiences delays in pursuing higher education due to administrative processes.
The government says prospective students can apply for scholarships and loans without having an identity card to ensure that no student is disadvantaged or experiences delays in pursuing higher education due to administrative processes.
Accept Finance Bill And We Will Make Education Affordable To All, President Ruto Now Says
President William Ruto on Thursday urged Members of Parliament to pass the contentious Finance Bill 2024 to give his government funds to implement various projects in the education sector.
President William Ruto on Thursday urged Members of Parliament to pass the contentious Finance Bill 2024 to give his government funds to implement various projects in the education sector.
PS Omollo Assures Learners Of Safety, Says Gov’t Monitoring Flood Situation
Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo said the government is continuously monitoring the flood situation in the country and will ensure the safe and efficient movement of learners, parents, and teachers as schools reopen.
Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo said the government is continuously monitoring the flood situation in the country and will ensure the safe and efficient movement of learners, parents, and teachers as schools reopen.
All Schools To Be Re-Opened On Monday, President Ruto Announces
This decision comes in light of improved weather forecasts, indicating a reduction in heavy rains that had previously necessitated the postponement of school reopening.
This decision comes in light of improved weather forecasts, indicating a reduction in heavy rains that had previously necessitated the postponement of school reopening.
Ruto Charters Tangaza University, Management University Of Africa
President William Ruto has granted charters to Tangaza University and Management University of Africa bringing the total number of accredited universities to 64 in the country.
President William Ruto has granted charters to Tangaza University and Management University of Africa bringing the total number of accredited universities to 64 in the country.
MPs Summon CS Machogu Over School Opening Changes
Machogu is expected to meet the MPs, for questioning regarding the effects of a last-minute communication, announcing changes on school opening dates.
Machogu is expected to meet the MPs, for questioning regarding the effects of a last-minute communication, announcing changes on school opening dates.
Court Allows Teachers Arrested Over Death Of Grade 8 Joy Gardens Pupil To Access The School
Two directors and three teachers of Joy Garden Primary School who had been arrested following the death of a pupil can now access the school.
Two directors and three teachers of Joy Garden Primary School who had been arrested following the death of a pupil can now access the school.
