Politicians warned against using schools for campaigns as government moves to curb student unrest

Political aspirants in Laikipia County have been warned against using learning institutions as platforms for political mobilisation as the government intensifies efforts to address rising cases of student unrest reported in schools across the country. Laikipia County Commissioner Duncan Muyesu said schools must remain secure and neutral environments dedicated to learning, character development and academic…

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Belgut MP denies claims government illegally issuing IDs to non-Kenyans

Belgut Member of Parliament Nelson Koech has defended the government’s handling of national identification documents, claiming that identity cards recently cited in reports of irregular issuance to foreign nationals were processed during the previous administration. Speaking during a panel discussion on Citizen TV’s Day Break programme on Monday, Koech said investigations into the matter showed…

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Governor Rotich calls for restoration of corporal punishment

As schools across Kenya grapple with rising cases of student unrest, Elgeyo Marakwet Governor Wisley Rotich has ignited debate by calling for the reinstatement of corporal punishment as a tool for restoring discipline among learners. Addressing residents in Iten town, Rotich said increasing incidents of school disturbances point to deeper challenges in the education system,…

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Ministry Dissolves Board Over Fatal School Arson

The Ministry of Education has dissolved the Board of Management of Utumishi Girls Academy following a horrific arson attack that claimed the lives of 16 learners on Thursday.​ Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba announced the disbandment on Friday, citing flagrant violations of safety protocols, including extreme overcrowding in the affected dormitory and a locked emergency…

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Pictures of the late Emurua Dikirr MP Johana Ngeno: PHOTO/@OleNtutuK/X

CS Cheptumo seeks Ksh 20M for Late Johana Ng’eno artists programme as MPs push for structured funding

The Ministry of Gender, Culture and Children Services has requested Parliament to allocate KSh20 million towards the implementation of the Late Johana Ng’eno Artists’ Development Programme. Cabinet Secretary Ms. Hanna Cheptumo told the National Assembly Committee on Sports and Culture that the Ministry was operating under significant funding constraints, with major gaps in both recurrent…

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Senate raises alarm over poor state of ECDE centres in Bomet

The Senate Education Committee has raised concern over the poor condition of Early Childhood Development Education (ECDE) centres and vocational training institutions in Bomet County during an oversight visit across the region. The committee, led by Chairperson Betty Montet and Vice Chairperson Margaret Kamar, toured Chemobei ECDE Centre, Sibayan ECDE Centre, Rerendet ECDE Centre and…

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