KWS begins process to preserve super tusker, Craig

Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) has begun preserving Craig, Amboseli National Park's legendary super tusker who died on January 3 at 54.

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UoN new courses to equip students for global engagement

The University of Nairobi has launched a new academic module that will help students better understand how regional bodies work and how they shape politics, trade, and cooperation across continents.

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Senior Schools open doors to CBE pioneer class

Admission of Grade 10 learners officially kicks off on Monday, marking a historic milestone in Kenya’s education journey under the Competency-Based Education (CBE) system.

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Aladwa shrugs off Sifuna-led ODM meetings

Makadara MP George Aladwa has dismissed meetings convened by the ODM camp allied to the party’s secretary general Edwin Sifuna and Siaya Governor James Orengo.

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New dawn as CBE learners join senior schools

Education CS Julius Ogamba has assured parents, teachers and learners that measures are in place to ensure a smooth transition into senior school despite challenges that have dogged the reforms.

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Concern over growing inequality as 47,798 candidates score E

Some 47,798 candidates scored grade E in last year’s KCSE examinations, revealing a worrying trend of low grades under the 8-4-4 system.

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Education politics continue tainting education sector

Former Kenya National Union of Teachers (KNUT) Secretary General Wilson Sossion says the challenges rocking the Competency-Based Education (CBE) transitionwere predictable and avoidable.

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Ali Abdullahi Surraw sworn in as new SRC CEO

Ali Abdullahi Surraw sworn-in as the new SRC Commission Secretary and CEO, ceremony administered by Chief Justice Martha Koome

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How schools performed in the KCSE 2025 results

The release of the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) 2025 results has once again highlighted sharp contrasts in performance across counties.

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Team Kenya reigns supreme at World Cross Country Championships in Florida

Kenya has once again stamped its authority on the global athletics stage after delivering a dominant performance at the World Cross Country Championships, Tallahassee 2026, in Florida, USA.

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Nyeri Governor Kahiga pledges support for Ruto

Nyeri Governor Mutahi Kahiga declares his support for President William Ruto, saying the decision to work with the government is driven by the need to deliver development for his people.

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Ruto: Newly recruited teachers to report to class tomorrow

President William Ruto has announced that teachers employed by the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) this year will begin reporting to class starting tomorrow.

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Former KCPE stars continue to shine in KCSE

Four years after sitting their Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE) examinations, a group of once top-performing pupils have reaffirmed their academic promise.

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Government moves to fix school funding amid ghost schools challenges.

The government has intensified efforts to resolve long-standing financial challenges facing public schools, marked by the early release of capitation funds and sweeping reforms.

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Ministry assures examiners of pay as 2025 KCSE results released

Basic Education PS Julius Bitok has sought to allay concerns among examiners and other officials involved in administering the 2025 KCSE exams, assuring them all outstanding payments will be settled.

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Top schools post strong 2025 KCSE results

Top schools post strong 2025 KCSE results

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KNEC warns schools, parents over rising exam registration failures

KNEC sounds an alarm over the increasing number of learners missing national examinations due to registration failures.

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Kabarak High School's unmatched KCSE run cemented on the national grid

Moi High School Kabarak has once again reaffirmed its status as one of Kenya’s academic powerhouses after posting a stellar performance in the 2025 KCSE exam.

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Kabarak High School's unmatched KCSE run cemented on the national grid

Moi High School Kabarak has once again reaffirmed its status as one of Kenya’s academic powerhouses after posting a stellar performance in the latest KCSE examinations.

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Government assures seamless Grade 10 rollout

The government has reaffirmed its preparedness for the transition of learners into Grade 10 under the Competency-Based Education (CBE) system

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KWS tracks stray lionesses back to Nairobi National Park

KWS captures two lions that had strayed outside Nairobi National Park, say situation under control, and normalcy has resumed.

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2025 KCSE results out tomorrow

Education Ministry to release 2025 KCSE results tomorrow at 9.30am in Eldoret for more than 996,000 candidates, officials confirm.

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Junior secondary learners allocated Sh4,193 as capitation

The allocation is part of the Sh44.25 billion in capitation disbursed to public schools on January 2 to support learning under free education.

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Timely capitation boosts public schools reopening

Since the introduction of school capitation two decades ago, the government for the first time has released funds to public schools, days before schools reopen on Monday, January 5.

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We miss your wisdom Baba, leaders mark Odinga's 81st birthday

Today, January 7, would have marked former Prime Minister Raila Amolo Odinga’s 81st birthday, a milestone that has stirred deep emotion across Kenya just three months after his death.

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KUCCPS opens KMTC placement for March 2026 intake

KUCCPS opens applications for KMTC Diploma and Certificate seats for March 2026 intake, exercise to run from January 7–27 with online submissions only.

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Relief to parents as lunch charges scrap

Head teachers have been warned against charging lunch fees or any other levies starting this year.

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In pictures: Schools reopen as parents decry high expenses

As schools reopen across the country, the back-to-school rush has exposed the deep strain Kenyan households face, with the high cost of living forcing parents to make difficult choices.

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Why Starehe Girls is at center of admissions confusion

Starehe Girls Centre (SGC) has outlined its long-established and distinctive admissions process, following confusion over the placement of students into its senior school.

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Costly back-to-school demands leave parents scrambling

With just a day to the January 5 reopening of schools, parents are out and about preparing for the back-to-school run just a few days after the Christmas and New Year festivities.

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Reckless': Duale, KMPDC condemn 'miracle healing' claims by medics

Health CS Aden Duale has cautioned against unverified claims of miraculous healing, saying matters of health and life must remain grounded in science, ethics, and evidence-based medicine.

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Ruto vows to disarm criminals, restore peace in Rift Valley

President William Ruto has vowed to disarm all criminals in the Rift Valley and across the country, saying sustainable development cannot be achieved without peace, unity and stability.

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Mad rush for back to school amid financial crunch

With just a day to the January 5, 2026 reopening of schools, parents are out and about preparing for back to school just few days after the Christmas and New Year festivity.

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NTSA warns reckless drivers amid back-to-school travels

NTSA urges road users to observe traffic rules ahead of schools reopening on Monday, after at least 13 people killed in separate road accidents today

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Government releases Sh44b in capitation ahead of school reopening

Government releases Sh44 billion in Term 1 capitation for public schools; free primary schools get Sh3.7bn, JSS Sh14.4bn and senior schools Sh26.1bn.

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Relief as parents allowed to seek Grade 10 placement review at senior schools

Education Ministry allows parents to seek admission for Grade 10 learners at senior schools of their choice after placement review; second revision phase set for Jan 6-9.

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One year of turmoil at Gatoto community school

Uncertainty, fear and disruption continue to hang over Gatoto school as a protracted battle over its ownership and management derails learning.

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Clergy lead faithful into 2026 with prayers

Church leaders across continents have renewed their call for compassion, unity and moral renewal.

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How sports Is becoming a powerful political arena

Sports and music have in the recent two months become a centre bolt to many political leaders across the country.

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Cost of living, unity and moral leadership dominates New Year message

Church leaders across the country used New Year services to raise concerns on the state of the economy, national unity and moral leadership.

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