KNEC Faces Financial Shortage as Ministry Probed Over Exam Issues and Capitation - October 2025
The Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) is reportedly facing a financial shortage, raising concerns about the administration of upcoming examinations. KNEC also reported that Telegram and WhatsApp channels are being used to leak exam papers. Meanwhile, Education Cabinet Secretary Migos Ogamba was questioned by a parliamentary committee regarding the state of examinations. The National Assembly Committee on Education has instructed the Ministry of Education to produce a report on school capitation funds. Additionally, the Ministry has suspended fee disbursements to 29 schools pending investigations into their eligibility.
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Wizara ya Elimu yasitisha mgao wa karo kwa shule 29, uchunguzi wabaini uhalali wao
The Ministry of Education has suspended fee disbursements to 29 schools across Kenya until investigations into their eligibility are complete. This decision was revealed by the Minister of Education, Migos Ogamba, during a session with the National Assembly's Education Committee.
Ministry of education directed to compile report on school capitation
The National Assembly Committee on Education has instructed the Ministry of Education to produce a comprehensive report regarding school capitation funds. This directive comes as the committee acknowledges the significant challenges these funds pose for many learning institutions.
Waziri wa elimu Migos Ogamba ahojiwa na kamati ya bunge kuhusu hali ya mitihani nchini
Kenya's Education Cabinet Secretary, Migos Ogamba, has been questioned by a parliamentary committee regarding the state of examinations in the country. This development comes amidst ongoing national discussions about educational standards.