Construction has officially commenced on the ambitious Iresaboru Comprehensive School in Isiolo County, thanks to a landmark KSh 70 million funding partnership with the M-Pesa Foundation. The project, spearheaded by Isiolo County Assembly Speaker Mohamed Roba Qoto (MRQ), marks a transformative milestone in delivering modern, inclusive, and sustainable education infrastructure to one of Kenya’s most […]
In the serene, rolling hills of West Arsi, Ethiopia, a young student’s extraordinary journey has etched his name into the nation’s history books. Khalid Beshir, a dedicated scholar from Dodola Boarding School, has achieved a near-perfect score of 591 out of 600 in Ethiopia’s rigorous university entrance examination—a feat so exceptional it has reverberated across […]
In the heart of Kenya’s central region, where rolling hills meet vibrant communities, a groundbreaking event unfolded last weekend at Kerugoya Stadium. Over 260 educators—typically armed with lesson plans and chalk—donned jerseys and cleats, transforming into athletes for a day. This inaugural Kirinyaga Teachers Sports Day, held on August 23, 2025, wasn’t just about competition; […]
On Saturday, July 12, 2025, Wajir High School, the oldest educational institution in Kenya’s former North Eastern Province, celebrated its 60th anniversary with a grand Diamond Jubilee that brought together alumni, students, educators, and leaders in a powerful display of unity, pride, and commitment to education. The event, hosted by the Wajir High School Alumni […]
The Kenya Union of Post-Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET) is gearing up for a pivotal meeting with the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) on July 2, 2025, to negotiate a new Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA). The union has put forward a robust set of proposals aimed at significantly improving teachers’ remuneration, working conditions, and the overall structure […]
In a compelling address to the National Assembly’s Education Committee, Isiolo Woman Representative Mumina Bonaya has spotlighted a pressing issue plaguing Kenya’s education sector: the persistent shortage of teachers in rural schools. Highlighting the struggles faced by counties like Isiolo, Bonaya urged the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) to reassess its classification of hardship areas, advocating […]
In a significant move to address the teacher shortage and enhance the quality of education in Kenya, the government has unveiled an ambitious plan to recruit 116,000 teachers by 2027. Deputy President Prof. Kithure Kindiki announced the initiative during a public address at Kasikeu Market in Kilome Constituency on Thursday, June 12, 2025, highlighting the […]
Siaya County, Kenya| A tragic incident at Ramba High School in Asembo, Rarieda Constituency, has left two families in mourning after two Form Four students lost their lives upon falling into an uncovered septic tank. The event, which unfolded on the evening of Saturday, March 22, has sparked outrage among students, parents, and the local […]
Nairobi, Kenya| The 61st edition of the Kenya Science and Engineering Fair (KSEF) 2025 for Nairobi has successfully concluded after three days of hands-on learning, innovation, and mentorship. Hosted at Moi Girls School, Nairobi, the event brought together young innovators from various secondary schools, offering them a platform to transform theoretical knowledge into practical solutions […]
The ongoing efforts by the government and local leaders to address the acute teacher shortage in Kenya’s north-eastern region are finally yielding results. A significant increase in student enrollment at Teachers’ Training Colleges (TTCs) signals a promising future for education in Garissa, Wajir, and Mandera counties, which have long struggled with staffing shortages in schools […]
