Ogamba awaonya wakuu wa shule kuhusu ukiukaji wa mwongozo wa karo uliotolewa na serikali: Cabinet Secretary for Education Julius Migos Ogamba has issued a stern warning to school principals who are overcharging parents on school fees, violating government guidelines. The Mirithu Girls' Secondary School in Kiambu has been temporarily closed after a devastating fire destroyed the students' dormitories. Teachers nationwide are expected to benefit from major improvements in the SHA program, including comprehensive medical services and special compensation. These developments come amid ongoing challenges in Kenya's education sector regarding institutional compliance and student welfare. TSC Adds New Treatment to Mwalimu Cover: The Teachers' Service Commission (TSC) has announced the inclusion of In-Vitro Fertilisation (IVF) treatment under the Social Health Authority (SHA) Mwalimu Comprehensive Cover for teachers. This addition expands healthcare benefits for educators. Separately, TSC has ordered an immediate nationwide redistribution of teachers to address significant staffing imbalances across schools in Kenya. Meanwhile, the Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) is now accepting applications for 126 courses from KCSE graduates, with a deadline of May 6 for applications through KUCCPS, specifically targeting C- students. Court Puts Former Nairobi Governor Sonko on Defence in 2018 Corruption Case: The Milimani Anti-Corruption Court has ordered former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko to defend himself in a 2018 corruption case. The court found that sufficient evidence exists to proceed against Sonko and his co-accused on charges of conspiracy, conflict of interest, and acquisition of proceeds of crime. Separately, Kenya's Wajir County is in the final stages of preparation for the national Madaraka Day celebrations on June 1, marking the first time the event will be held in Northern Kenya. Additionally, the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has announced the successful conclusion of its continuous voter registration exercise, adding 2.6 million new voters to the register. All set for Labour Day fete in Vihiga, first-ever event outside Nairobi: The 2026 Labour Day celebrations are set to be historic, marking the first time the national event is held outside of Nairobi. The festivities will take place at Chavakali Boys High School in Vihiga County, with President William Ruto presiding. Members of the National Assembly are demanding immediate prosecution of employers who have failed to remit mandatory training levies to the National Industrial Training Authority (NITA), citing a significant uncollected amount. A Labour Day commentary argues that the annual celebration is meaningless for workers due to deep fragmentation and a lack of genuine solidarity, criticizing how workers are often exploited as political pawns.
