Mike Kihaki

Gachagua intervenes in TSC, Education Ministry wars

By Mike Kihaki   2024-04-01 11:38:30

In what could bring an end to the bad blood between the two sides, Gachagua asked them to form a team that will spearhead implementation of recommendations to revamp the sector.

Kuppet claims TSC promoted dead, retired teachers

By Mike Kihaki   2024-04-03 18:28:37

Kuppet said there were 100 dead teachers on the promotion list while others had either retired or left the service.

Teachers' unions raise alarm over mental health as number of suicide cases increase

By Mike Kihaki   2024-04-07 14:19:39

Official says about 100 teachers have died by suicide in the last three years. TSC chief Nancy Macharia says they have rolled out a comprehensive health insurance cover with AoN Minet.

Why the Orthodox Church is yet to celebrate Easter

By Mike Kihaki   2024-04-13 14:00:42

Orthodox Christians are preparing to celebrate Pascha (Easter) on Sunday, May 8, a month after the rest of the Christian world observed Easter.

Career pathways, dominates schools' drama festival

By Mike Kihaki   2024-04-16 06:18:16

Riara Springs Nairobi, for instance, showcased a play portraying societal pressures and personal discovery within the framework of the CBC curriculum.

TSC to post 6,000 teachers to special schools

By Mike Kihaki   2024-04-15 16:23:39

During a meeting in Naivasha last week, the teachers' employer agreed to deploy the tutors in three phases, commencing second term.

Change looms at UoN as Prof Kiama sent on leave

By Mike Kihaki   2024-04-21 20:00:14

The University of Nairobi is undergoing a leadership transition as Vice Chancellor Prof Stephen Kiama has been sent on leave, pending his exit.

State trains JSS teachers to deliver Stem education

By Mike Kihaki   2024-04-22 19:13:32

The training targets about 9,595 teachers assigned to subjects like Pre-Technical Studies, Agriculture, and Nutrition across all the 47 counties.

Rains wreck havoc on schools a head of reopening

By Mike Kihaki   2024-04-26 16:54:51

A number of schools have been destroyed by heavy rains that have pounded the country in the past few days.

Report: Most boarding schools are not safe for children

By Mike Kihaki   2024-04-26 16:59:09

Mixed sub-county schools have the least compliance with only 21.3 per cent of the institutions conforming to the safety guidelines on spacing in the dormitories.

Education Ministry to assess damage to schools ahead of Term 2 opening

By Mike Kihaki   2024-04-27 20:12:28

Some schools could remain closed next week as others reopen for the second term after heavy rains that have pounded the country destroyed learning infrastructure.

USIU appoints former CUE boss as new vice chancellor

By Mike Kihaki   2024-05-03 01:09:03

The University Council said the appointment is effective July 1, 2024.

Schools reopening: Machogu directs parents, teachers to ensure safety of learners

By Mike Kihaki   2024-05-03 14:02:36

Education Ministry releases plan for schools reopening next week, urges heads, parents to ensure safety of learners; persons sheltering in schools to get alternative accommodation.

Standard Group journalists shine at AJEA 2024

By Mike Kihaki   2024-05-06 19:15:48

The 2024 Awards Gala celebrated excellence, innovation, and dedication in Kenya's media industry, reaffirming its role in shaping public discourse and driving positive societal change.

Teachers, parents warn against long school closure

By Mike Kihaki   2024-05-08 04:44:31

Education stakeholders are pressing the government to call a meeting to devise a strategy for sustaining learning amid the ongoing floods.

MPs want state to reconstruct schools, roads damaged by floods

By Mike Kihaki   2024-05-08 18:03:04

Members of Parliament have urged the government to prioritise the reconstruction of schools, roads and bridges damaged by floods before learners report back for a second term.

UN Guterres calls for all inclusive society

By Mike Kihaki   2024-05-10 19:43:12

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has urged African governments to embrace change and reform outdated systems to meet the evolving needs of the 21st century.

President Ruto announces operationalization of PBO Act

By Mike Kihaki   2024-05-10 23:42:16

President William Ruto has announced the long-awaited operationalization of the Public Benefits Organization (PBO) Act.

70 TVETs to get Sh13 billion modern training equipment

By Mike Kihaki   2024-05-13 04:16:25

Technical, Vocational Education, and Training (TVET) sector is set for a major boost thanks to the partnership between the Kenyan and Chinese governments.

Leaders for digital inclusion of persons with disability

By Mike Kihaki   2024-05-14 19:30:09

Nominated Senator Crystal Asige, an advocate for disability accessibility, emphasized the importance of embedding and anchoring ICT standards in legislative frameworks.