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Education

Get the latest happenings in the educational institutions from early childhood to tertiary institutions both locally and nationally, also get insights from the ministry of education and other affiliated organizations

Our Children Are Crying: Why Kenya Must Rethink Boarding Schools

This article argues that Kenya must rethink its heavy reliance on boarding schools, advocating for stronger investment in quality day schools to improve children's safety, well-being, family connections, and educational outcomes. It examines recurring tragedies...

Technical Universities and TVET: Kenya Needs Integration, Not Separation

Kenya needs a more integrated and collaborative education system rather than a divide between universities and TVET institutions. Strengthening technical education requires addressing systemic challenges, not merely changing institutional structures. Quality, innovation, and industry relevance should...

Kenya’s Schools Need Quality Assurance Audits, Not Inspection Visits

Kenya's education system cannot achieve excellence, accountability, and learner success without a robust quality assurance framework that goes beyond routine inspections to embrace comprehensive, evidence-based audits. Effective quality assurance is not merely an administrative exercise;...

Apex TVET Institutions Should Become Technical Universities Under TVET, Not Conventional Universities

Kenya should strengthen apex TVET institutions as Technical Universities within the TVET framework rather than converting them into conventional universities. A complete TVET pathway from artisan to Doctor of Technology (D.Tech) is essential for a...

Kenya’s Universities Should Exit TVET Space and Refocus on Degree Training

Kenya’s universities must return to their core mandate of teaching, research, innovation, and degree training, while allowing specialized TVET institutions to lead in practical skills development and technical education. The declining enrolment, weak financial returns,...

Kakamega High School: The Shared Mission of Parenting, Education, and Leadership Development

Strong parenting and school partnerships are key to shaping responsible future leaders. The greatest investment in a child is guidance, values, and meaningful parental involvement. Today's character formation determines tomorrow's leaders and nation builders. The way we...

Kaimosi Friends National Polytechnic Hosts Landmark KATTI Western Region Skills, Innovation and Research Competitions...

The KATTI competitions showcased the growing strength of TVET institutions in innovation, research, and practical skills development. Kaimosi Friends National Polytechnic (KFNP) reaffirmed its position as a center of excellence in technical training. The innovations presented...

Reimagining Kenya’s Qualifications Landscape: Inside the First National Qualifications Conference

Kenya’s future competitiveness will depend not only on expanding access to education, but on ensuring that qualifications remain relevant, skills based, adaptable, and aligned with the realities of a rapidly changing global economy. The First...

How Passionate Leadership is Powering CBE Revolution at St. Charles Lwanga Ichuni Girls

True education is not measured solely by examination grades, but by its ability to shape confident, creative, innovative, and purpose driven individuals who can positively transform society. Visionary leadership, innovation, and passion for learning remain...

Skills Giant: The Kisii National Polytechnic Unleashes 4213 Graduates to Power Kenya’s Industrial Growth

The Kisii National Polytechnic is rapidly emerging as a regional skills powerhouse, producing industry ready graduates equipped to drive Kenya’s industrialization, innovation, and sustainable development. The 6th Graduation Ceremony reflected the Government’s growing commitment to...