“We need to have an honest conversation on discipline,” Gov’t Spokesperson Mwaura on schools unrest

MP Pushes for Abolition of all Boarding Schools

A Kenyan Member of Parliament is proposing a ban on all boarding schools in the country, advocating for a shift to local day schooling to enhance parental involvement and reduce costs.

TSC Issues Update on Long-Awaited Teacher Promotions

The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) has initiated consultations with teachers regarding a significant overhaul of its Career Progression Guidelines, aiming to address long-standing promotion delays.

Witness in Shakahola Trial Detail Child Neglect and Isolation Claims

The Shakahola massacre trial saw disturbing testimony on child neglect and isolation as prosecution cross-examined defence witnesses. Seven individuals testified before Principal Magistrate Nelly Chepchirchir.

MPs question legality of county bursaries

Kenya's National Assembly Departmental Committee on Regional Development has questioned the legality and constitutional basis of county bursary programs, particularly after 34 county governments signed agreements with the Ministry of Education to continue funding these initiatives.

Let us abolish boarding schools; empower, equip day schools - Acting ODM SG Catherine Omanyo