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Mike Kihaki

Hurdles await administration of KCSE supplementary exams

With the registration of those wishing to re-sit the 2024 KCSE exams starting today, concerns are being raised over the level of preparedness.

By Mike Kihaki 11 days ago

Hurdles await administration of KCSE supplementary exams

Universities urged to use smart security for safety

Universities urged to use smart security for safety

By Mike Kihaki 13 days ago

Lack of parental guidance, love for material wealth blamed for moral decay among youth

Lack of parental guidance, love for material wealth blamed for moral decay among youth

By Mike Kihaki 15 days ago

Secondary schools turn idle CBC classrooms into stores, dormitories

Secondary schools turn idle CBC classrooms into stores, dormitories

By Mike Kihaki 16 days ago

Kanja eats humble pie, to appear in court over missing persons

Inspector General affirms respect for court orders, says investigations are progressing. Despite numerous court orders, IG and DCI chief have failed to explain disappearances of youths.

By Mike Kihaki 17 days ago

Kanja eats humble pie, to appear in court over missing persons

Rampant attacks on teachers due to poor KCSE results spark fears

Education stakeholders condemn rising violence in schools, calling for action to protect teachers and restore order

By Mike Kihaki 18 days ago

Rampant attacks on teachers due to poor KCSE results spark fears

Teachers call for adoption of Kuppet constitutional changes

A section of Kuppet members are calling for the enactment of the constitutional amendments by the National Delegates Conference held in Vihiga County last year.

By Mike Kihaki 19 days ago

Teachers call for adoption of Kuppet constitutional changes

Kuppet in school closure threat over delayed funding

The Kenya Union of Post Primary Education Teachers has issued a one-week ultimatum for the government to disburse funds to schools.

By Mike Kihaki 22 days ago

Kuppet in school closure threat over delayed funding

NSSF unveils reforms to boost financial inclusion, expand coverage

NSSF has announced a series of reforms aimed at transforming its operations and expanding its reach across all sectors of the economy, particularly the informal workforce.

By Mike Kihaki 22 days ago

NSSF unveils reforms to boost financial inclusion, expand coverage

Schools bending rules to charge exorbitant fees

An investigation by The Standard has uncovered a troubling trend of public secondary schools blatantly disregarding government-imposed fee caps.

By Lewis Nyaundi and Mike Kihaki 22 days ago

Schools bending rules to charge exorbitant fees

Revealed: School fees scandal amid looming shutdown

Kessha Chairman Willie Kuria has raised the alarm over the dire financial challenges facing schools due to delays in the release of capitation funds by the government.

By Mike Kihaki 22 days ago

Revealed: School fees scandal amid looming shutdown

Where are alumni as universities struggle?

Kenyan universities have long been revered as centers of academic excellence, nurturing some of the country's most notable leaders, entrepreneurs, and innovators.

By Mike Kihaki 23 days ago

Where are alumni as universities struggle?

TUK lecturers threaten to down tools over delayed salaries

Learning could be disrupted yet again in some public universities after lecturers and other staff threatened to down tools over delayed salaries.

By Mike Kihaki 24 days ago

TUK lecturers threaten to down tools over delayed salaries

TVETs open doors for students who missed university entry mark

The government has assured learners that Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institutions are ready to accommodate them.

By Mike Kihaki 25 days ago

TVETs open doors for students who missed university entry mark

Alarm over funding for growing number of varsity freshers

226,391 students have qualified for university entry this year, a significant increase from previous year's 201,133.

By Mike Kihaki 25 days ago

Alarm over funding for growing number of varsity freshers

Boys face barriers to education, leading to rising dropout rates

With more girls completing secondary education and excelling in exams, concern has been raised over growing number of boys' low KCSE grades

By Mike Kihaki 25 days ago

Boys face barriers to education, leading to rising dropout rates

The shameful return of exam cheats

Education CS revealed this is the highest number of cancellations since 2016.

By Mike Kihaki 28 days ago

The shameful return of exam cheats

Shadow of uncertainty stalks poor varsity students

The future of thousands of government-sponsored university students is uncertain following the High Court ruling that declared the funding model unconstitutional.

By Mike Kihaki 1 month ago

Shadow of uncertainty stalks poor varsity students

Administrators, traders reel from effects of missing Form One class

As secondary schools opened on Monday for the first term this year, school administrators and business people are grappling with the reality of the lack of Form One admissions.

By Mike Kihaki 1 month ago

Administrators, traders reel from effects of missing Form One class

Form One shocker for schools, traders

As secondary schools opened on Monday for first term this year, institutions managers and business persons are grappling with the reality of lack of Form One admissions.

By Mike Kihaki 1 month ago

Form One shocker for schools, traders

Questions over students safety as schools open amid protests threat

Civil society groups on X (formerly Twitter) have mobilised for nationwide demonstrations Monday to protest abductions and extrajudicial killings.

By Mike Kihaki 1 month ago

Questions over students safety as schools open amid protests threat

Classrooms and teachers crises greet transition to Grade Nine

Kenya's education sector is preparing for significant changes as the first cohort of students under the new Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC) transitions into Grade 9 this week.

By Mike Kihaki 1 month ago

Classrooms and teachers crises greet transition to Grade Nine

Back to school: Why 2025 will be a defining moment for CBC transition

The CBC is set for a pivotal moment when schools reopen this January, as the pioneer class prepares to join Grade Nine

By Mike Kihaki 1 month ago

Back to school: Why 2025 will be a defining moment for CBC transition

Textbook shortage and rising costs strain parents as schools reopen

some parents are already trooping to bookshops and uniforms stores to avoid last minutes rush ahead of schools opening in the first week of January.

By Mike Kihaki 1 month ago

Textbook shortage and rising costs strain parents as schools reopen

Questions raised on spate of abductions as Kanja exonerates police

Several young people have been abducted in the last few weeks for allegedly criticizing the state.

By Hudson Gumbihi and Mike Kihaki 1 month ago

Questions raised on spate of abductions as Kanja exonerates police

Nairobi lights up, despite harsh economic hardship

On Tuesday night, it was a beehive of activities as the celebratory mood engulfed the capital city where people danced in churches and entertainment joints.

By Mike Kihaki 1 month ago

Nairobi lights up, despite harsh economic hardship

Leaders share messages of hope, best wishes to mark Christmas

Leaders across the divide urge Kenyans to show hope, compassion, and be responsible during this festive season.

By Mike Kihaki 1 month ago

Leaders share messages of hope, best wishes to mark Christmas

Carols chorus: Christmas magic that is timeless melodies and joy

Christmas carols have long been the heart and soul of the holiday season, evoking joy, nostalgia, and the spirit of togetherness.

By Mike Kihaki 1 month ago

Carols chorus: Christmas magic that is timeless melodies and joy

Passengers robbed of more than Sh400,000 after accepting 'lift'

Police in Athi River are investigating an incident where a man and a woman, were robbed of over Sh409,000 and other valuables by a gang who pretended to offer them a lift to Mombasa.

By Mike Kihaki 1 month ago

Passengers robbed of more than Sh400,000 after accepting 'lift'

New Year, new health promise: SHA will be easy to use, says PS

Health and Medical Services PS Harry Kimtai said SHA has come up with new incentives to woo Kenyans to register for the health scheme and debunk negative publicity.

By Mike Kihaki 1 month ago

New Year, new health promise: SHA will be easy to use, says PS

Shadowy cartels run cement theft syndicate in Athi River

Authorities have uncovered production and distribution of substandard cement, sparking alarm over safety of Kenya's construction sector.

By Mike Kihaki 1 month ago

Shadowy cartels run cement theft syndicate in Athi River

CBC on track to shape the future, Ogamba says

Education CS Julius Ogamba has defended implementation of the Competency-Based Curriculum, calling it a transformative system that will shape Kenya's future.

By Mike Kihaki 1 month ago

CBC on track to shape the future, Ogamba says

Knec prepares teachers ahead of Grade 9 assessment

A team of selected teachers is brainstorming on challenges of Kenya Junior Secondary Education Assessment (KJSEA) ahead of Grade 9 evaluation next year.

By Mike Kihaki 1 month ago

Knec prepares teachers ahead of Grade 9 assessment

Family in agony over missing daughter

The family of Maxine Tabitha Wainaina is in distress following the disappearance of the teen.

By Mike Kihaki 1 month ago

Family in agony over missing daughter

Oparanya reflects on first 100 days in office

Cooperatives Cabinet Secretary Wycliffe Oparanya has said he is committed to transforming the cooperatives sector and empowering small businesses to uplift the country from poverty.

By Mike Kihaki 1 month ago

Oparanya reflects on first 100 days in office

Women blame financial instability, retrogressive practices for GBV

Kajiado Deputy Governor Martin Moshisho said financial instability, poverty, illiteracy and traditional cultural practices often place women at a higher risk of violence and abuse.

By Mike Kihaki 1 month ago

Women blame financial instability, retrogressive practices for GBV

The funding headache squeezing universities

As the December exams loom, universities across the country are on the brink of financial collapse, leaving thousands of students in a state of uncertainty and despair.

By Mike Kihaki 1 month ago

The funding headache squeezing universities

Koome promises to look into judicial intergrity

Chief Justice Martha Koome has reaffirmed her commitment to upholding integrity and rebuilding public trust in Kenya's justice system.

By Mike Kihaki 1 month ago

Koome promises to look into judicial intergrity

Western Kenya politicians fault churches' stand on donations

MPs argue that some mainstream churches are established and are supported by mother churches abroad while some local churches survive on donations to run their activities.

By Mike Kihaki 1 month ago

Western Kenya politicians fault churches' stand on donations

Schools claim they were unfairly targeted in boarding closure order

There is confusion following the government's directive to shut down 348 boarding sections in primary schools for failing to meet safety standards.

By Mike Kihaki 1 month ago

Schools claim they were unfairly targeted in boarding closure order

Early boarding: A child's safety, education, and emotional well-being at stake

The rising trend of sending children as young as seven to boarding schools has sparked heated debate.

By Mike Kihaki 1 month ago

Early boarding: A child's safety, education, and emotional well-being at stake

KenGen picks Alfred Agoi as chairman to drive growth

Sabatia MP Alfred Agoi Masadia has been appointed KenGen board chairman, replacing Julius Ogamba.

By Mike Kihaki 2 months ago

KenGen picks Alfred Agoi as chairman to drive growth

Do not close boarding schools, state told

Stakeholders argue that the closure of boarding schools is a reactive measure and fault the state for failing to act promptly or provide alternative solutions.

By Mike Kihaki 2 months ago

Do not close boarding schools, state told

Which way for Kenyan universities?

Universities are grappling with underfunding, with the majority forced to look for ways to keep the institutions afloat.

By Mike Kihaki 2 months ago

Which way for Kenyan universities?

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