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Kenya education news: TSC, schools, universities, TVET and exams. Coverage for parents, teachers and students.
Education Ministry tightens school levy rules as fee-hike debate grows
Education CS Julius Ogamba says every proposed school levy must first win parent approval before ministry authorisation — a clampdown aimed at unofficial fee hikes that still leave families asking how enforcement will work outside elite schools.
Teachers to earn more as TSC rolls out next CBA salary phase
The Teachers Service Commission is rolling out a new phase of the collective bargaining agreement that raises teacher pay while retaining current job grades and titles — a long-awaited adjustment that will still be judged by what lands in August and September payslips.
Ruto pledges Sh80 million fund for artisans and skills certification
President Ruto has pledged an Sh80 million support fund for artisans, including a skills certification path for experienced workers who trained through practice and apprenticeship without formal papers.
Teachers’ salaries rise as TSC rolls out revised pay structure
The Teachers Service Commission has directed field offices to implement a revised pay structure that lifts teacher salaries, following a circular dated mid-July to regional and county directors.
TSC flags viral July 2026 salary increment notice as fake
The Teachers Service Commission has dismissed as fake a viral letter claiming a July 2026 salary increment, warning teachers to rely only on official circulars.
Tinderet residents set for expanded TVET access under local push
Residents of Tinderet Sub-county are set to benefit from expanded access to Technical and Vocational Education and Training as local leaders prioritise skills pathways.
Kenya launches AI-powered coding competition for schoolchildren
Kenya has launched an AI-powered coding competition for schoolchildren, with social enterprises and partners framing it as a path to digital skills for the next generation.
KITI urges TVETs to align training with industry to close skills gap
Kenya Industrial Training Institute and partners say TVET colleges must urgently modernise training approaches and match curricula to industry needs to close the skills gap.
DIG Lagat reviews Utumishi Girls Academy recovery after deadly incident
Deputy IG Eliud Lagat has reviewed recovery plans as Utumishi Girls Academy moves closer to full normalcy following a deadly incident that disrupted school life.