Education

Kenya Institute of Management (KIM) has resumed full operations across all its campuses after the High Court temporarily blocked the enforcement of a directive issued by Technical and Vocational Education and Training Authority. In a public statement, KIM said the court’s order suspends TVETA’s revocation notice, allowing the institution to …

Julius Ogamba is facing mounting pressure from MPs over the absence of a clear and enforceable school uniform policy, with lawmakers accusing schools of overcharging parents. During a parliamentary session, legislators questioned why some institutions are ignoring a presidential directive requiring them to admit students even without full uniforms. They …

Kiganjo, Thika — Joysunrise Medical and Technical College has officially announced the opening of its May intake, offering a timely opportunity for students and professionals seeking to strengthen their digital skills in an increasingly technology-driven world. The institution, located in Kiganjo, Thika, is enrolling students for its Computer Packages Programme, …

Junior school teachers have warned they may disrupt the start of the second term on April 27, piling pressure on the government over employment terms, medical cover, and delays in confirming their jobs. Through officials of the Kenya Union of Post-Primary Education Teachers (Kuppet), the educators say they will go …

The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has released an eight-point safety checklist for schools ahead of next week’s reopening, urging strict adherence to protect students during transport. In a public notice under its Operation Watoto Wafike Salama campaign, NTSA directed school administrators to ensure all vehicles used for transporting …

TVET Principal Secretary Esther Muoria has ordered technical training institutions to stop using academic gowns during graduation ceremonies. Under the new directive, trainees in Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institutions will instead wear attire that reflects their specific fields of study. Institutions have been instructed to design appropriate …

Joysunrise Medical & Technical College (JMTC) has announced the opening of its April/May intake, inviting Form Four leavers and other applicants to enroll in a wide range of skills-based programmes aimed at improving employability and entrepreneurship opportunities. The institution says it offers competency-based training designed to equip students with practical …

The Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS) has launched its application portal for the 2026 intake, inviting students to apply for degree courses as well as Level 4, 5 and 6 TVET programmes. The online application window opened on April 7, 2026, and will close on May 6, …

The Kenya National Union of Teachers (KNUT) has threatened to withdraw from the Social Health Authority (SHA) medical scheme, citing difficulties teachers are facing in accessing healthcare services. Union officials, speaking during celebrations of Aggrey Namisi’s re-election as KNUT national deputy chairperson, said they are reviewing their participation in the …

The Ministry of Education has announced that capitation funds for schools will be disbursed before the start of the second term on April 27, 2026. Basic Education Principal Secretary Julius Bitok said the move is aimed at ensuring smooth operations in schools across the country. Click here to join our …