Education

Dr. Belio Kipsang’s remarks affirming students' autonomy in choosing career paths, including STEM, Social Sciences, Arts, and Sports, has sparked mixed reactions. The debate highlights the challenge of balancing curriculum flexibility with foundational education, as...

Eva’s story is one of resilience, sacrifice, and the high price of advocacy in Kenya’s education sector. She has fought for teachers’ rights, even when it cost her health, financial stability, and career progression. Dr....

Dr. Nancy Macharia’s ability to handle complex administrative tasks with efficiency earned her a reputation as a results-oriented leader, setting the stage for her eventual appointment as CEO. Her career trajectory is a testament...

For me, the journey of learning has been a mosaic of encounters with great minds—teachers, mentors, and intellectual sculptors who, in their own unique ways, molded me into who I am today. To every teacher...

With growing frustration and a looming sense of despair, teachers are now demanding that the government honor its commitments to improving their welfare through structured salary increments and better working conditions. When teachers struggle financially,...

A growing number of African universities are shifting their focus from merely imparting knowledge to fostering entrepreneurship, equipping students to create jobs rather than just seeking them. Many student entrepreneurs struggle to secure funding beyond...

The United States (US) has historically played a crucial role in shaping higher education and research in Africa through academic partnerships, funding initiatives, and scholarship programs. If research funding and academic mobility continue to decline,...

Research and innovation are essential drivers of economic growth, social progress, and technological advancement in Kenya. With the country’s growing prominence as a research hub in East Africa, especially in sectors like agriculture, health,...

Unlike legitimate PhD programs that require years of rigorous research, coursework, and thesis defense, these schemes churn out “doctors” after just a few days or weeks, all for a hefty fee. Victims of degree mills...

While the intended benefits of the merger—such as eliminating funtional overlaps and improving regulatory efficiency—appear well-intentioned, a closer examination reveals potential risks that could undermine the quality, credibility, and oversight of Kenya’s education system. As...