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Ruto Orders Capitation Review, Confirms 20,000 New Teachers in December.

Heads have long raised concerns over inadequate funding as costs rise. Ruto said he had instructed Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba and the Teachers Service Commission to revisit the numbers so he can decide on the way forward.

By RODAH BOSIBORI Nov 13

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‎Beyond The Classroom Wall: Why Protecting Learners Must Become A Priority In Kenyan Schools.

‎School safety is often discussed after a tragic incident, yet prevention should never wait for a crisis. learners face difficult risk including bullying, sexual harassment, violence, unsafe school facilities and Emotional abuse.

By YVONNE KWAMBOKA Nov 12

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Grade 9 exams end, but questions about Senior School readiness remain

The Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) is moving quickly. It will prioritise the scripts of the 1.2 million Grade 9 candidates to allow timely placement into Senior School. Examiners were due at marking centres on November 9, and the work is expected to take about three weeks.

By RODAH BOSIBORI Nov 12

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Peter Tabichi Strikes Again! Kenyan Teacher Bags Global Education Award in Malaysia

For Tabichi, the latest recognition adds to his growing international reputation following his historic 2019 victory in the Global Teacher Prize, when he became the first African recipient of the prestigious US$1 million award.

By Magati Bw'Obebo Nov 10

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Junior School teachers want their own principals, deputies, heads of department and boards of management for Grades 7 to 9.

The Kenya National Union of Teachers (KNUT) wants the comprehensive model kept. Speaking to delegates, Secretary-General Collins Oyuu warned against letting the debate divide teachers. "From ECDE to Grade 9, we are one school," he said.

By RODAH BOSIBORI Nov 10

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Nairobi cuts water production by 35 per cent as Ndakaini Dam levels fall

Nairobi Water said it is monitoring dam levels and weather conditions. It will review production volumes periodically, depending on how the reservoir recovers and how much water flows in. Any easing of the restrictions will therefore depend on the rains and the dam's recovery.

By RODAH BOSIBORI Nov 10

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‎When Floods Come , Disease Follows: Kenya Must Fix It's Sanitation Crisis .

‎Healthcare reform should make medical services more affordable, accessible and reliable. However, registering millions of people under a health insurance scheme mean little if patient still struggle to receive treatment, When they need it.

By YVONNE KWAMBOKA Nov 10

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Prof. Ogechi Calls for Indigenous Food Preservation at 6th International Nutrition Conference

"It will be a five day event that started with a medical camp and we have invited the neighbours to come for medical checkup. Tomorrow scientific papers will be presented which will culminate in serious publications,"

By Haron Ototo Nyaingiri Nov 09

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"I am running for women rep". Essy Okenyuri declares.

​"Because of the work I have been doing here, my people have asked to promote me, and today I have declared my bid for the Kisii County Woman Representative position,"

By Haron Ototo Nyaingiri Nov 09

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‎Universal HealthCare Should Be A Right, Not A Promise Kenyans Keep Waiting For .

‎In may 2026 , concern were raised in the Senate over delayed reimbursement affecting healthcare facilities. Some hospital reportedly struggled to meet , their financial obligations, while patients faced difficult accessing services.

By YVONNE KWAMBOKA Nov 09

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Safe Childbirth Shouldn’t Be a Privilege: The Maternal Healthcare Crisis Facing Rural Mothers

Families and communities also have a responsibility to support pregnant women throughout pregnancy and childbirth. Expectant mothers need encouragement, care and support rather than neglect or harmful beliefs that discourage them from seeking professional medical assistance.

By YVONNE KWAMBOKA Nov 06

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Another Strike Looms, and Parents Are the Ones Paying

For families with a child in final year, the delay has its own sting. Graduation is now likely to slip into mid-2027, which means a later start to job hunting and more months of supporting a grown child.

By RODAH BOSIBORI Nov 06