A Humble Ghetto Boy who Rose to be University Vice-Chancellor
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...
Securing the Future of Kenya by Addressing Systemic Failures in KCSE Exam Administration
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...
Riding on the Giant’s Shoulders: The Alliance High School!
Mogoko, who aspired to join Alliance High School even when he was in primary school, says his dreams received a shot in the arm when he got a chance to be admitted there.
His father...
Kenya’s Five-Year-Old CBC: A Transformational Education Approach with Implementation Challenges
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...
Examining PSC’s Challenges in University Leadership Recruitment in Kenya
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...
Honorary Degrees for Sale: Unmasking Kenya’s Predatory Briefcase Universities
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...
Accountability in Academia: Roles of Internal Governance in Tackling Fraud, Scandals in Universities
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...
Sexual Servitude in Academia: The Silent Screams of Female Postgraduate Supervisees
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...
Why Functional Grant Management Offices are Critical for Kenyan Universities, Academic Future
According to a report by the Kenya National Commission for UNESCO, only a fraction of Kenyan university researchers successfully secure international research funding each year.
The absence of functional Grant Management Offices leads to missed...
Honorary Degrees: Celebrating Achievements Beyond Academia
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...
