The Higher Ed Bar

In Form 4, teachers had to raise funds to pay Okoth’s school fees to keep him in school because they believed he was disciplined, hardworking and had a promising future. Prof. Okoth states that during...

The issue of exam irregularities in the KCSE exams highlights systemic failures and unethical practices. A shift towards holistic assessments, incorporating continuous evaluation and character development, could reduce pressure and curtail cheating. Parents should teach their...

Launched in 2017, this new framework replaced the long-standing 8-4-4 system with the 2-6-3-3-3 model, designed to prepare learners for a dynamic and rapidly changing world.   The cost of CBC materials, including specialised textbooks...

These inefficiencies at the registry level reduce the pool of candidates for consideration and undermine public confidence in the recruitment process. Professors, as the highest rank in academia, provide a unique perspective that is crucial...

The controversy surrounding Northwestern Christian University and Open Christian University highlights the urgent need for stricter enforcement of higher education regulations in Kenya. The proliferation of rogue institutions exploiting legal loopholes must be curbed to...

Financial fraud remains a pervasive issue in Kenyan universities, undermining their ability to deliver quality education and maintain public trust. Academic fraud, particularly the illegal graduation of students, has also been reported, undermining the...

The enrollment of women in postgraduate programmes has been on the rise globally, reflecting strides in bridging gender gaps in education. Male supervisors, whether consciously or unconsciously, often hold gender biases that influence their perceptions...

Honorary degrees are often tailored to the nature of the achievements they recognise. Kenyan universities continue to honour individuals who have made remarkable societal contributions by awarding honorary degrees. Honorary degrees are awarded to individuals with...

Partnerships with global organisations have facilitated staff exchanges, scholarships, and collaborative research, elevating the university’s reputation internationally. The killer bullet for MU was its rapid and unplanned expansion in the 2000s that led to new...

The evolution of appointment and promotion criteria for academic staff in Kenya’s universities were shaped by efforts to enhance academic standards and fairness. As an expert in university education, I can herein caution that the...