Pressure is increasing on President William Ruto’s administration due to new allegations of extensive financial misconduct within the education sector. Rights activists are now calling for thorough investigations, accountability, and comprehensive reforms in response to claims of ghost schools and ghost learners receiving public education funds.A civil society group,
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Kenya Urged to Invest in Research and Innovation for Economic Growth
Currently, Kenya stands at a pivotal juncture in its development trajectory, transitioning from a middle-income nation to a first-world status. As the country pursues the ambitious goals outlined in Vision 2030 and the Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda, it becomes increasingly evident that no nation has successfully achieved high-income status without
Teachers, SHA Strike Deal to Avert Nationwide Strike
Teachers, the Social Health Authority (SHA), and the Ministry of Health have stroke truce to tackle ongoing medical scheme challenges and avert a potential nationwide teachers’ strike.Finalized on April 28, 2026, following high-level discussions between the ministry, SHA, and the Kenya National Union of Teachers (KNUT), this pact targets the
Kenya Scraps SHA Co-Pay for Teachers, Averts Nationwide Strike
The government has eliminated co-payments for teachers under the Social Health Authority (SHA) plan, a strategic decision aimed at averting a potential nationwide strike over healthcare concerns.This significant development follows a high-level meeting that united the Teachers Service Commission (TSC), the Social Health Authority (SHA), the Kenya Union of Post-Primary
KUCCPS Webinar 2026: Guide to University and College Placement
The Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS) has announced an informative online webinar to assist students with the 2026 university and college placement process.Scheduled for Saturday, April 18, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., this virtual session targets Form Four leavers, parents, and guardians, offering crucial guidance on application procedures,
University of Nairobi Lecturers Vote in Versities Academic Staff Union Election
Lecturers at the University of Nairobi will cast their votes today in a highly anticipated election for the Universities Academic Staff Union (UASU) chapter. This election is poised to have a significant impact not only on campus leadership but also on union politics throughout Kenya’s public universities.Taking place at the
President Ruto Reappoints Nyabundi KNEC Non-Executive Chair
Prof Julius Nyabundi has been reappointed for a second four-year term as the non-executive chairperson of the Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC), President Ruto announced in a gazette notice on Friday. The renewal takes effect from March 13, reinforcing continuity in the strategic leadership of the examination body. Nyabundi is a
Women Empowerment Not War Against Men, Expert Says
The conversation on gender equality in Kenya continues to evolve as leaders and advocates emphasise that empowering women does not mean sidelining men but rather building a fairer society for everyone. Discussions around women’s rights gained global attention more than a century ago when International Women’s Day was first marked in
Hillcrest International School Fees, Location and Term Dates
Hillcrest International School remains one of Kenya’s leading British curriculum institutions, located along Langata Road in the leafy suburb of Karen, Nairobi. The school serves learners from 18 months to 18 years and offers a full academic pathway from Early Years to Sixth Form. Founded in 1965 with just 54 students,
