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April 7, 2026
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Teachers warned against age cheats, doping in school games

Teachers warned against age cheats, doping in school games

Teachers who abet cheating and doping risk losing their jobs and other sanctions as the government cracks down on perennial vices in secondary school sports competitions. Basic Education PS Julius Bitok said the Ministry will recommend harsh penalties to the Teachers Service Comm..

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Kenyan teachers face severe consequences, including job loss, for abetting age cheating and doping in secondary school sports. The Ministry of Basic Education is cracking down on these vices to ensure fair competition.

  • Teachers found facilitating age cheating (participants capped at 19 years) or doping risk disciplinary action from the Teachers Service Commission.
  • Basic Education PS Julius Bitok issued the warning at the 2026 Kenya Secondary Schools Sports Association (KSSSA) Term One National Championships in Kisumu County.
  • The crackdown comes as the ministry focuses on nurturing discipline and talent through the Competency-Based Education (CBE) framework, which includes Arts and Sports pathways for learners.

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