Storm over 'ghost students' as report exposes rot in school funding

A damning new report has lifted the lid on the shadowy world of “ghost students” in school.

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Chaos in Kitengela as police lob teargas to disperse Sifuna-led ODM rally

Police lob teargas canisters disrupting Kitengela rally attended by Edwin Sifuna-led ODM faction.

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Grade 10 textbooks to reach learners by end of February, state assures

The government has allayed fears of potential learning disruptions in senior schools over a shortage of textbooks.

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Key agencies to be merged in education sector shake-up

Major changes are in the offing that could see the merger of key student financing and placement bodies.

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Murkomen accuses MPs of funding criminal gangs

Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has accused a section of Members of Parliament and political leaders of funding and protecting criminal gangs that continue to terrorise innocent Kenyans.

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Caleb Amisi challenges ODM ouster, files complaint with party registrar

Saboti MP Caleb Amisi files complaint with Registrar of Political Parties over removal from ODM NEC, terms move illegal and seeks revocation of decision.

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Government gag schools on extra levies

The Ministry of Education has capped senior school fees and warned heads against imposing any additional levies beyond the gazetted amounts.

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Thousands of pupils skip class as drought deepens education crisis

Hunger is driving thousands of school-going children out of classrooms across Kenya's arid and semi-arid lands (ASALs), threatening to reverse gains in enrolment.

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List: The 21 mobile brands you shouldn't buy or use

Communication Authority warns motorists, businesses against using unlicensed vehicle tracking or fleet management services, engage only licensed providers or risk enforcement action.

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EACC sues to recover Sh330 million in CHAN stadium contract

The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission has moved to court seeking to recover Sh330 million allegedly lost through an irregular stadium security contract ahead of the 2018 CHAN.

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Senate hits back at governors over extortion allegations

The Senate has accused the Council of Governors (CoG) of engaging in public mudslinging following claims of extortion and intimidation by the Senate County Public Accounts Committee (CPAC).

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KNEC under pressure to administer four exams in 2026

KNEC is staring at one of the heaviest operational seasons in its history as it prepares to administer four major national assessments involving nearly four million learners across the country.

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Beaten and Left for dead: Love and rage behind murder of Umoja gym trainer

He was seated outside a liquor outlet at Innercore when a man approached him. What started as a brief confrontation quickly escalated into a violent assault, leaving Migasha badly injured.

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What the new green number plates for electric vehicles mean

Officials have cautioned motorists not to confuse the new plates with the older green “KD” (Kenya Dealer) plates, which are reserved exclusively for vehicle dealers.

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Kalonzo in Washington for Prayer Breakfast

Wiper Patriotic Front leader Kalonzo Musyoka is in  Washington, DC for the 74th National Prayer Breakfast.

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Ex-Machakos Senator Johnson Muthama's son dies

Moses Nduya Muthama, the son of Machakos Senator Agnes Kavindu and former Machakos Senator Johnson Muthama, has died.

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Bomet University gets a full charter

Bomet University has been elevated to operate as a full fledged public university after getting a charter, marking a major milestone in Kenya’s higher education sector.

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Religious leaders unite to safeguard children

Major religious leaders have committed to protect children from violence, abuse and neglect by signing the National Religious Leaders’ Declaration on Child Safeguarding. 

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Kanini Kega ditches Uhuru's party for Gachagua's DCP

This comes as fresh political realignments take shape ahead of the 2027 elections.

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AU condemns killing of Saf al-Islam Gaddafi

AU Commission chair Mahmoud Ali Youssouf condemns killing of Libya's political leader Saïf al-Islam Gaddafi, urges calm, rule of law and investigations into the attack.

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Nassir defends ODM leadership decisions

Mombasa Governor Abdulswamad Nassir has defended recent leadership decisions within the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM).

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Lionesses step up preparations ahead of HSBC SVNS Division 2

Kenya Women’s national rugby sevens team, the Lionesses, returned to training on Tuesday morning at the RFUEA Grounds following a high-intensity preparation tour in Spain.

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How schools are struggling to teach pioneer Grade 10 class

Three weeks after the first cohort of Grade 10 learners, the pioneer class under Competency-Based Education (CBE) reported to senior schools, but learning is yet to take place

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TVETs hold the key to the Singapore dream

Now, bring us up to speed. What exactly does KUCCPS do and where does it sit within the government?

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ODM spares Kindiki in fight for bigger share of government

ODM party leader Oburu Odinga on Monday dismissed claims that the party is angling for the Deputy President’s seat, amid power-sharing negotiations with President William Ruto’s camp.

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Address gaps in universities readiness for 2029 CBE intake

Pressure is mounting on the Kenya Kwanza government to urgently address persistent gaps in the implementation of the Competency-Based Education (CBE) system.

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Pathways without lanes: Senior school transition faces challenges

From shortages of trained teachers to inadequate infrastructure, particularly in county and sub-county schools, many institutions are struggling to deliver the pathways as designed. 

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Chaos on the roads as matatu strike paralyses transport

Thousands of commuters in Metropolitan region were left stranded on Monday morning after sections of the matatu industry stayed off the roads, defying reports that a planned strike had been suspended.

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Ruto hits back at critics over education reforms

President William Ruto has launched a blistering attack on the previous administration and opposition critics, saying his government is correcting years of mismanagement.

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Oburu promises tough bargaining in talks with Ruto ahead of 2027

Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) leaders insist the party will continue engaging the government as it positions itself for the 2027 General Election.

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Matatu operators announce weekly Monday strikes

Matatu operators have announced plans to hold a weekly strike every Monday, a move that threatens to deepen transport disruptions in major towns

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Nyota programme transforming youth livelihoods, Kindiki

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has mounted a strong defence of the Kenya Kwanza administration’s economic agenda

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Teachers mourn colleagues in union voting accident

What began as a routine and spirited exercise in union democracy ended in tragedy on Saturday evening, after a horrific road accident outside City Primary School in Nairobi.

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Relief for commuters as matatu strike is called off after talks

Commuters across the country breathed a sigh of relief on Sunday after matatu operators suspended a nationwide strike that had been scheduled for Monday, February 2, 2026.

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Ruto declares war on garbage cartels in Nairobi

President William Ruto has announced a sweeping plan to overhaul garbage management in Nairobi.

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KUCCPS targets schools for early career guidance as CBE takes shape

The Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS) targets structured career guidance programme targeting learners under the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC).

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Matatu owners: Deal with the rampant boda boda attacks or else

The Matatu Owners Association (MOA) has threatened to withdraw services nationwide starting Monday, February 2, citing what it describes as growing lawlessness by rogue boda boda riders.

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Oketch Salah fires back after Winnie Odinga interview

A charged public debate between Winnie Odinga and businessman Oketch Salah has erupted over claims surrounding the final moments of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga.

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Organisations step up youth skilling drive in TVET

Youth skilling has become a growing focus on practical, industry-driven training that aligns education with labour market needs.

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Why your child may start senior school unfunded

As the first cohort of Grade 10 learners settles into Kenya’s newly restructured senior schools, over a million students are attending without adequate government support

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