The National Assembly’s Public Investments Committee (PIC) on Governance and Education is initiating new investigations into the construction of a 1,000-bed students’ hostel at Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology (JOOUST). This decision comes in response to audit concerns regarding contract variations, payments totaling Ksh844 million, and an
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St. Teresa Equator Senior School Launches Hug the Earth Tree Nursery in Nyeri County
Nyeri, Kenya – 6th July 2026St. Teresa Equator Senior School in Nyeri County has launched the Hug the Earth Tree Nursery, an environmental initiative aimed at nurturing climate-conscious learners and promoting sustainability within the school community. Hosted by the principal Ms. Margaret Munene, the event brought together leaders from education, government,
Utumishi Girls Academy Set to Reopen After Deadly Fire
On Monday, June 29, 2026, officials from the Ministry of Education in Kenya engaged in a consultative meeting with parents of students at Utumishi Girls Academy. This meeting took place in preparation for the school's reopening on Thursday, following its indefinite closure after a tragic fire that claimed the lives
Student Petitions Parliament to Allow Hairstyles in Kenyan Schools
A high school student has taken the initiative to petition Parliament to create a law allowing students to express themselves through their hairstyles at school. During a meeting with headteachers in Mombasa, Baringo North MP Joseph Makilap shared this inspiring news. He commended the student for demonstrating more courage and
Kenya Rolls Out Smart Boards to 10,000+ Junior Secondary Schools
For nearly two decades, Kenya has been on a mission to create digitally empowered classrooms. From early laptop programs to the Competency-Based Education (CBE) curriculum, technology has been seen as the key to transforming learning and readying our youth for a fast-changing world.Recently, the government kicked off the distribution of
PS Bitok Urges Schools to Rethink Mock Exams Amid Rising Unrest
Basic Education Principal Secretary Julius Bitok encourages school leaders to rethink student assessment methods, highlighting that exam pressure may be fueling recent student unrest and school fires.At a press conference on June 6, 2026, Bitok pointed out that certain internal assessments, especially mock exams, are increasing stress among students.“Some mock
University of Nairobi Ranked Among Top 7% of Universities Worldwide
The University of Nairobi shines bright, ranking in the top 7% of universities worldwide in the latest Centre for World University Rankings! This impressive achievement places it at 1,425 out of over 21,000 global institutions, securing its spot as Kenya’s top university and 37th in Africa.This ranking showcases the university's
Another Fire in A Nakuru School As Two Dormitories Are Gutted Down
CCTV Footage Reveals Chilling Details of Utumishi Academy Fire
New CCTV footage has surfaced, shedding light on the tragic fire at Utumishi Girls Academy in Gilgil, Nakuru County, which claimed 16 lives and injured many. This footage is crucial in the investigation of one of Kenya's most devastating school incidents.At around 12:10 a.m., five students entered the dormitory while
Hidden Costs of Free Education in Kenya Exposed
Kenya's commitment to free primary education has long been viewed as a significant achievement in social progress. However, this policy masks a troubling reality: families are increasingly funding the survival of public schools.The Usawa Agenda report 2026 highlights the financial burden on households, showing that "free education" often comes with