Topic: education

Reading teaches us to sit still. To focus. To imagine. It builds empathy in ways that headlines and hashtags can’t. A novel lets you live inside someone else’s skin. A biography teaches you the weight of another life.

Every year, the Kenya National Music Festival honors Kenyan culture by presenting a diverse range of music, dance, and other talent. This promotes the preservation of Kenyan cultural history while giving learners a stage to compete and showcase their crea

Addressing the media at Afraha Secondary School in Nakuru, Rosemary Mwambui the Rift Valley Regional Education Director has applauded the ongoing Kenya Music Festival, saying that it's part of the co-curricular school activities where learners’ talents ar

Others are using this window to volunteer in community programs, religious groups, or environmental initiatives. These enriching experiences not only offer fun and growth but also instill a sense of responsibility, creativity, and self-awareness among the

Some argue that the primary goal of attachment is education, not employment. They believe companies provide mentorship, exposure, and training at their own cost and should not be obligated to pay.

Sustaining free secondary education without compromising quality is not only possible, it is essential. But it will not happen by accident. It will require political will, strategic investment, efficient management, and collective ownership.

Kabarak’s outreach extends regionally as well. A mission led by Vice Chancellor Prof. Henry Kiplangat to Rwanda resulted in an MoU with Kigali Independent University (ULK) on May 12, 2025, fostering academic collaboration and research partnerships within

Peer-reviewed academic journal articles can be found in libraries of universities and higher learning institutions. The universities provide access to a vast collection of journals and databases. They can also be found in online databases like Google Scho

Designed to enhance your understanding of English and linguistics, this program runs for four semesters at the Main Campus, under the School of Education, Humanities, and Social Sciences.

Employers today prioritize practical talents and hands-on experience over academic qualifications. Fields like technology, virtual advertising and marketing, and innovative industries value know-how and results instead of formal education.

The Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) Act, 2012, under Section 10 (1b), prohibits the retention of all certificates by the schools for any reason. This puts the Boards of Management and the principals in direct contravention of the law when they

Mathematics is often known as the “universal language,” and hence, it plays an important role in shaping the foundation of our education system. It has evolved from the basic elements of counting, measuring, and describing shapes and objects to logical re

The pioneer class of the Competency Based Curriculum (CBC), who are set to transition to senior school in 2026, will no longer study mathematics as a compulsory subject. This follows an announcement by the Basic Education Principal Secretary Belio Kipsan

If history is anything to go by, the government seems to take action when backed into a corner. So, will it take a teachers' strike to get real change, or will leaders finally prioritize education over PR-friendly policies? Time will tell—but chapatis wo

Although the CBC curriculum's vision has not yet been appropriately implemented, it is promising. It is much better than the 8-4-4 curriculum, whereby students earned 100% of their scores from summative assessments in classes 8 and 4.

Studying abroad programs push students out of their comfort zones, often leading to profound personal growth. Being away from familiar surroundings, family and friends compels students to become more self-reliant, independent and resilient.

Returning to school can bring mixed feelings as the break ends. While some students eagerly anticipate reuniting with classmates and resuming their routines, others may feel reluctant to leave the comfort of their break.

There are some areas, particularly in the case of clinical diseases, where the funds are not yet resourced.” This issue is particularly pressing for the poorest populations in remote areas, who often face significant health challenges. “The poorest people

For the first time in the history of the KCSE, female candidates outnumbered their male counterparts. With 483,551 female candidates compared to 481,621 males, this milestone marks a shift in gender representation in Kenyan education. It’s a testament to

The ongoing crisis at Moi University highlights a troubling trend in Kenya's higher education system: the persistent neglect of faculty and staff welfare. The recent decision to recall students while lecturers remain on strike represents a misguided attem