TSC Moves to Demote Heads Over Low Grades

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Dickson Ole Keis, Regional Director, Coast recalled to Jogoo House. per County in Ministry shuffles STORY PAGE 4 Education 2016 KCSE Directors By John Machio

ducation Cabinet Secretary has E undertaken a massive shake-up in the ministry to enhance the management of educational matters at the grass-root levels, Education News has reliably learnt. The CS has in the radical reorganization appointed new County Directors, transferred some and redeployed others. The new appointments, transfers and redeployments which have been pending since August 2016 following widespread students’ unrest in Public schools were effected as part of the ongoing reforms in the Education sector by Dr Fred Matiang’i, who wants to raise the profile of the sector. The shake-up which has Kagumo Teachers Training College Principal, Ronald Githua (left) consulting with Education CS, Dr. Fred commenced at Sub-County Matiang’i at Kagumo Teachers College in Nyeri County during the 32nd graduation ceremony recently. and County levels will pave Photo/Joseph Mukubwa See story on page 15 way for sweeping changes in eight regions, and a major reshuffle at Jogoo House, including all Semi- TSC moves to demote Heads over low grades Autonomous Government Agencies (SAGAs) By John Machio on each school from all strengths or weaknesses specializing in education. The affected officers County Education Directors. within these schools. upon reporting to their chool Heads whose This process is already The Acting Director new stations will be institutions performed ongoing after TSC ordered all – Teacher Management, expected to implement all poorly in the 2016 KCPE County Education Directors Dinah Mwaita in an Internal national education policies, S and KCSE examinations will to analyze the 2016 KCPE and Memo (TSC/DTM/KCSE/76/ programmes and initiatives know their fate by January KCSE examination results VOL.1) has directed County and ensure quality 30th this year. for each school in their area Directors to submit analyzed assurance, and maintenance of standards of education in This is after the Teachers so that their performances reports of KCSE/KCPE their areas of jurisdiction. Service Commission (TSC) can be appraised. This is for examinations results Dinah Mwaita, Acting Turn to page 7 receives and analyzes reports the purposes of identifying Turn to page 2 Director, Teacher Management 2 Education News january 11 - 23, 2017 Non-performing school Heads face demotion From page 1 analyzed results for 2016 KCPE in your county. The analysis should cover Mean score by January 15, 2017 to facilitate the for each school; Mean score for each Sub- Commission in appraising the performance of county and overall County Mean; the top 50 each school. performing schools and lowest 50 performing These reports will be used by TSC to schools in the County; strategies the County is determine Headteachers who should be putting in place to address poor performance transferred, re-deployed, promoted, demoted, and strategies Education Directors are putting interdicted, suspended or dismissed from the in place to sustain/improve further the good service altogether. performance,” said the Memo. This move comes even as various Mwaita ordered County Directors to stakeholders in the Education sector are submit analyzed KCPE results by January 15, questioning the credibility of the 2016 KCSE 2017. results and asking the Government to order “You are also required to submit for their nullification. Several top schools, analyzed KCSE results within two weeks which have been perennial achievers, were upon release of examinations,” she said. blown off the top charts with many unable to KCSE examination results were released on produce a single A student. December 29th, 2016 According to the 2016 KSCE Examination The Commission has already released results, candidates who scored A were 141, performance data that TSC will use in 4,645 candidates hadA- ,10,975 candidates processing promotions in the Teaching scored B+, B grade was recorded by 17,216 Service in 2017. candidates, 23,745 had B- and C+ was scored The confidential data will be used to by 32,207 candidates. Those who will not St Teresa's Bikeke Girls, teachers and parents celebrating good determine upgrading of teachers, identify secure places at universities are in the category KCSE results. The Trans Nzoia based school registered a mean non-performers, and teachers who should be of 44,972 candidates who scored C plain, score of 7.2. TSC is set to punish school heads whose schools demoted, those to be interdicted and those 80,951 candidates who scored D+, 112,135 to be dismissed entirely from the Teaching candidates who scored D, 149,929 had a posted dismal results. Photo/Osborne Ben Service. grade of D- and 33,399 candidates scored In an earlier circular dated September 7, E in last year’s secondary school national performance of candidates. to conduct a comprehensive analysis of the 2016, Mr. Gabriel Mathenge acting on behalf examinations. “There was no standardization and results of each school and submit a report of TSC Secretary/Chief Executive (Nancy It is this poor performance that has moderation done at all. It is also evident that to TSC Headquarters. This is to enable the Macharia) revealed that the Commission prompted Kenya National Union of Teachers the examinations were hurriedly marked Commission institute appropriate measures had compiled performance data for Head of (KNUT) to demand for a forensic audit and and released,” said a document prepared by on non-performing institutions. institutions, a report that will be used this year remarking on the exams as well as cancellation KNUT titled “The Glaring Shortcomings” Dr Matiang’i who was accompanied by for teacher assessment and promotions. of already released results. Parents have also gone to court to the Principal Secretary Dr. Belio Kipsang, In the circular addressed to County KNUT mentions that candidates were challenge the results arguing that grading of KNEC Chairman, Prof George Magoha and Directors, TSC conducted a monitoring ‘deliberately down marked’ and alleges that the exam results was poorly done. They are the KNEC Acting Secretary/Chief Executive, exercise on the implementation of Performance marking was done with a pre-determined asking the Ministry of Education to conduct a Mercy Karogo asked the Council to do a Contracting for Head teachers and Teacher outcome. fresh audit of these results to determine their comprehensive analysis of the examination Performance Appraisal and Development The Union, in a letter addressed to the credibility. results and hand over the report to TSC by for ordinary teachers in all the Counties from Clerks of the National Assembly, The Senate, It remains to be seen if Dr Matiangi and January 30th, 2017. September 12th to 23rd, 2016. Chairperson of the Parliamentary Committee TSC will use the 2016 KCSE results as a basis “During the Appointment Board meeting Mr. Mathenge advised County Directors on Education, Chairman of the Board of to deal with poor performing schools. Both on Transfer/Deployment of Head teachers to ensure that all Heads of institution have filed the Kenya National Examinations Council the Union and Head teachers have already held on December 14, 2016, it was decided a copy of the signed Performance Contracting (KNEC), the Cabinet Secretary for Education warned the CS not to intimidate them using that results be analyzed after the release of document and ensure that monthly and termly and The Teachers Service Commission CEO ‘contested’ exam outcomes. national examinations so as to appraise the Monitoring Exercise reports on Performance among others, states that the Government While releasing the 2016 KCSE performance of schools,” said the TSC Memo Contracting are maintained and updated as doctored the results which cannot therefore examination results, Dr. Matiang’i directed addressed to County Directors. per the guidelines. be relied upon as a fair representation of Kenya National Examination Council (KNEC) “In this regard, you are required to submit

Drama as Kakamega school head flees from irate parents

By Leonard Angatia headed by Mr. Laban Arunga enquired into the matter, he was told that all the cash had rama ensued at Eshibembe Primary been spent and yet the building was still at the School in Kakamega County when the foundation stage. Dschool head teacher took to his heels Arunga reported this matter to the Area to escape from angry parents who wanted him Education Office (AEO) for further assistance. out of the institution over alleged misconduct. But the AEO, Ms Ritah Katamu said the The teacher, who was only one year old matter was beyond her mandate and instead in the Lurambi Sub-County school that has referred the issue to the Sub-County Director a population of 390 pupils, was told by the for Education. parents not to report back to the school for new The Sub County Director then convened term which begun on January 4, 2017. Parents a meeting comprising members of the accused the Headteacher of failing to account BoM, Parents-Teachers Association (PTA) for Sh 650,000 meant for construction of a Chairperson, representative of parents, the classroom at the school. head teacher and the deputy for arbitration, Parents and teachers had during an earlier prevailing upon them to settle the dispute the school opened for first term this year, Ms Most pupils were learning under trees while Annual General Meeting demanded that the amicably. Wandago says she was not aware of what had seated on stones and those lucky to be in class head teacher accounts for every shilling of However, the head teacher could not transpired. sat on the floor. the cash disbursed by National Government explain how he used the money or on how he “I was called by one of the teachers to Some of the classrooms are semi- Constituencies Development Fund (NG- planned to complete the construction. open the office because my senior had been permanent with leaking roofs and shoddy CDF). The School's Deputy Headteacher chased away," said Ms Wandago. with the threat of falling on children anytime On receipt of the funds, construction Everlyne Wandago told Education News at "Everyone was baying for the real. Latrines are not enough either and those commenced as expected with hopes that this the school that there are two accounts, one Headteacher's blood, accusing him of being available have cracks or have no doors. work would be completed in time. for buying books and the other for general rude and not remorseful even after misusing The Area Chief Patrick Imbiakha said the According to some parents, this project purposes. school," BOM Chairman Laban Arunga. track record of this head teacher from previous suddenly stalled with the head teacher But teachers have been missing such Efforts by Education News to reach the head schools is deplorable. Parents and the local allegedly instructing the contractor to stop items as chalks after these accounts were teacher proved futile. community are now appealing to the Teachers work until funds are available. depleted. Ms Wandago disclosed that while A spot check at the school revealed a Service Commission (TSC) to transfer the When the Board of Management (BOM) the school buys textbooks for the New Year learning institution in dire of financial support. Headteacher from the school. every third term, this was not done. When january 11 - 23, 2017 3

By Titus Murithi he new Kathiani High School Princi- Principal who tackled exam pal, Mr. Nicholas Nyagah who was Ttransferred from Nkubu High School in the recent TSC transfers can be credited as a school administrator who unflinchingly cheating years before Matiang’i fought against exam cheating during his ten- ure at Nkubu High School for the past seven “Schools which involve themselves years. in exam cheating so that their students can In one incident during the final exams score high grades are putting this Country at Nkubu, Mr. Nyagah with help of another in great jeopardy. Such students proceed to teacher caught four students with phones high level courses at the university and end while in the examination room. Although up as half-baked professionals while others these students were arrested, they were later drop out altogether after failing to pass the released in unclear circumstances although rigorous training they enrolled for,” said their end results were cancelled. Nyagah. While talking to Education News re- He said he could openly talk against cently in Meru town, Mr. Nyagah lauded exam cheating during social gatherings the education CS Dr. Fred Matiang’i for his with fellow principals, and during one offi- ruthless fight against exam cheating. cial principals meetings in Meru School, he He requested the Education CS to con- openly talked about it, and noted his fight duct a forensic audit on at least 20 National against exam cheating which made him Schools in Kenya that have been posting very unpopular among some of his fellow high grades in national examinations for the principals. past 10 years, to determine whether or not Nyagah singles out Nkubu, St. Mary’s these results were genuine. Girls, Igoji and Nkuene Girls as among “Matiang’i is the best Education CS Ke- those which have not been involved in nya has ever had. His ruthless crackdown on exam cheating in Meru County. He pays exam cheating was long overdue. The mea- glowing tribute to Ambaka Kiringa, former sures he has taken should have been in place Meru County TSC Director for his spirited more than 10 years ago. A few of us have fight to dismantle exam cheat cartels. Kir- inga did not waste any opportunity to speak tried to fight exam cheating before but our Dr Fred Matiang’i, Education CS (left) greets Nicholas Nyagah dur- efforts were in vain. This is because the vice openly about the vice when meeting with was rampant and deeply rooted in the educa- ing a school event at Nkubu High School last December. Photo/Titus principals, Headteachers or education of- tion system, run by a network of cartels as Murithi ficials. the CS has been saying,” said Nyagah. He said some principals deserve re- He added that in the Nkubu incident phones which had exam answers were arrest- which prevented results for the entire school wards from parents. where four students in possession of mobile ed and later released, it was his swift action being cancelled. Circumcised youth join Shock as Standard 7 ‘Matiang’i Age Group’ lovers commit suicide By Kage Njoroge was in recognition of his determina- in nurturing a positive value system By Dennis Bett The chief said Kipkorir’s tion to restore sanity in the Educa- that will bring up all rounded indi- body was found by his parents tion sector. viduals in society. These individuals group of youth in Muranga hock gripped Marakwet while that of Jepchirchir was County, who recently went Kiritu, also a Head teacher at will also be empowered to face chal- through a circumcision rite, Vidhu Ramji Primary School ob- lenges that life throws their way East Sub-County re- discovered by locals while look- A cently after two Standard ing after cattle in the nearby for- has now joined the ‘Matiang’i’ served that Dr Matiang’i has done Circumcision is aimed at equip- a remarkable job in cleaning up the S age set. This is in honour of Edu- ping the boy-child with ability to Seven lovebirds who are pupils est. cation Cabinet Secretary, Dr Fred rot in the education sector, including avoid indulging in societal ills, drug at Chemworor Primary School “It is shocking to find pupils eradicating the practice of examina- abuse and anti-social conduct. Matiang’i who continues to receive both committed suicide. of such tender age engaging in accolades for his efforts to stream- tion cheating. Youth who underwent the cir- line Kenya’s education system. He said values demonstrat- cumcision ceremony were also This incident allegedly took premature sex and having re- This age group is made up of ed by Matiang’i of honesty, hard taught and exposed to the dangers place after the girl, Joan Jep- lationships. Their bodies were boys who completed their 2016 work, transparency, anti-corruption, posed by HIV/Aids, teenage sex, chirchir aged 13 discovered that found in separate places. We Kenya Certificate for Primary Edu- firmness and boldness in handling drug abuse and alcoholism among she was pregnant. Jepchirchir suspect they committed suicide public service will be promoted by cation (KCPE) examinations at other vices. and her boyfriend, Shadrack for fear of being victimized by various primary schools in Muranga members of this age group named They were taught how to have County. after him. Majority of the boys in effective, profitable time manage- Kipkorir aged 14 are suspected their parents,” Kipkemoi said. The initiates who underwent this age group have been admitted at ment, use of ICT technology gad- to have both then agreed to end Their bodies were taken to the rite of passage organized at various National and Extra County gets, have life skills, develop inter- their lives after they realized that Kapsowar Mission Hospital for Vidhu Ramji Primary School were Schools and are expected to succeed personal relationships, have rich they could not raise the child. a postmortem to ascertain cause and be of good moral character as declared as members of Matiang’i cultural values, be corruption free The two pupils whose dead of death and whether the boy age group by elders in a cultural fes- they grow into adulthood. and also well educated. tival. Kiritu who is also a leader of all These young initiates were also bodies were found in separate was responsible for the girl’s According to Mr. Benson Kir- local primary school Headteach- counseled on challenges facing places in Sambirir Location are pregnancy. itu, the event organizer, the idea of ers, observed that promotion of tra- teenagers and how to cope without said to have been ‘lovebirds’ for Teenage pregnancies have using the CS’s name for this age set ditional culture and values is critical ruining their future. a long time. been rampant in Marakwet, According to the area Chief, prompting authorities to take Mr. Benjamin Kipkemoi who measures aimed at dealing with Some of spoke to Education News on the problem. the phone, Kipkorir was found dead “We have a team that is con- Matiang'i in his parent’s house. ducting guidance and counsel- Age Group Kipkemoi said the lifeless ling sessions to pupils in order to boys with body of Jepchirchir was found avoid teenage pregnancies and Vidhu Ramji Head in Kipkunur forest as villagers high school dropout rates,” said teacher, came to terms with Kipkorir’s Sabina Aroni-Elgeyo Marakwet Benson death. County Education Director. Kiritu after He said the two may have She urged parents to teach they joined taken poison after the girl dis- their children the importance the age set. covered that she was pregnant of education and the dangers of Photo/Kage and could not get support from premarital sex. Njoroge her parents. THARAKA NITHI COUNTY 1. Materi Girls School 9.1 2. Chogoria Girls 8.5 3. Ikuu Boys High 8.1 4. Kiurani Secondary Sch 7.1 KERICHO COUNTY 1. Moi Tea Girls School 9.775 2. Kipsigis Girls High Sch 9.2137 3. Tengecha Boys High 8.99 4. Litein Boys High 8.88 5. Londiani Boys High 7.12 6. Kabianga High School 6.9 7. Kericho High School 5.89 BOMET COUNTY 1. Kaplong Girls School 8.25 MAKUENI COUNTY 2. Moi Siongiroi Girls 8.21 1. Makueni Boys High School 8.3 3. Kaplong Boys High 7.90 2. Precious Blood Girls Kilungu 8.0 4. Tenwek High 7.50 3. Mbooni Girls 8.0 5. Saseta Girls High 6.82 4. Kaumoni Boys 7.9 6. Lorna Memorial Girls 6.10 5. St. Joseph Girls Kibwezi 7.79 7. Longisa Boys High 4.90 6. Kisau Girls 7.7 NANDI COUNTY 7. Mbooni Boys 7.5 1. Kapsabet High School 9.9 8. Mukaa Girls 7.3 2. Kapsabet Girls High Sch 9.2 9. Makueni Girls 7.2 3. Meteitei Boys Sec 9.0 10. Mulala Girls 6.8 4. St. Joseph’s Girls-Chepterit 8.8 KITUI COUNTY 5. Kemeloi Boys Sec 8.6 1. Muthale Girls High School 8.38 UASIN GISHU COUNTY 2. Mulango Girls High School 8.15 1. Moi Girls High Sch, Eldoret 9.5 3. St. Josephs Mwingi Seminary 8.09 2. Segero Adventist Nat’l Academy 9.4 4. Kitui High School 8.08 3. Segero Adventist Nat’l School 8.2 5. St. Charles Lwanga Secondary 7.9 4. Paul Boit Boys High School 7.8 6. Mbitini Girls Secondary Sch 7.63 5. AIC Chebisaas Boys 7.6 7. Kisasi Boys Secondary Sch 7.616 KAKAMEGA COUNTY 8. Thitani Girls Secondary Sch 7.26 1. Booker Academy 8.5 9. Kyuso Boys Secondary Sch 7.20 2. Kakamega High School 7.8 10. Kyondoni Girls Secondary 7.14 3. Musingu High 7.688 11. Matinyani Boys Secondary 7.13 4 Education Ne4.ws St. Peter’s Mumias 7.65 MACHAKOSjanuary COUNTY 11 - 23, 2017 5. St. Mathia’s Mwitoti 7.5 1. Machakos School 8.1 6. Mukumu Girls 7.3 2. Ndalani Secondary School 7.9 7. St. Mary’s Mumias 7.2 3. Machakos Girls 7.7 2016 KCSE Top schools8. Butere Girlsin each 7.10 county4. St. Camel 7.5 9. Butere Boys 6.9 5. Muumbuni High 7.2 In Summary VIHIGA COUNTY NAKURU COUNTY A 141 1. Bunyore Girls 8.594 1. Moi High School Kabarak 9.6 By Kiptanui Rutto A- 4,645 2. Nyangori Boys High School 7.58 2. Anester Boys High School 9.55 B+ 10,975 3. Mudasa Academy 7.0 3. Naivasha Girls 9.07 B 17,216 here was a sharp drop in the 2016 4. Mbale High School 6.52 4. Utumishi Boys Academy 8.29 B- 23,745 5. Vihiga Boys 6.5 5. Langalanga Secondary 7.13 C+ 32,207 Kenya Certificate of Secondary 6. Kaimosi Girls 6.5 6. Venessa Grant Girls 6.9 C 44,792 Education (KCPE) examination 7. Keveye Girls 6.18 MOMBASA COUNTY C- 61,026 T 8. Chavakali High School 5.8 1. Light Academy 8.8 results with known academic giants fail- D+ 80,951 9. Senende Boys 5.7 2. Sheikh Khalifa School 8.5 ing to appear on the top charts. D 112,135 3. Memon Academy High 8.4 Some of the high flyers which had D- 149,929 TRANS NZOIA COUNTY 4. Abu Hureira Academy 7.7 E 33,399 1. St. Brigids Girls National Sch 8.6 more than 200 As in the 2015 KCSE ex- 5. Istiqama Secondary School 7.6 2. St. Joseph’s Boys High Schl 8.2 aminations could not even raise 10 As in LAMU COUNTY 2016 KCSE TOP SCHOOLS PER COUNTY 3. St. Anthony Boys- Kitale 7.9 1. Lamu Girls High School 5.37 last year’s exams. NYERI COUNTY 4. Friends School Bwake 7.4 2. Sacred Heart Girls 5.15 A total of 141 As were recorded in the 1. Bishop Gatimu Girls 9.0 5. St. Theresa’s Girls Bikeke 7.2 3. Mpeketoni Boys School 4.77 2. Kanjuri High 8.8 6. St. Patricks Makunga Mixed 7.1 2016 compared to 2,636 As in 2015. Only 4. Kibaoni Royal Secondary 3.87 3. Mahiga Girls 8.7 WEST POKOT COUNTY 88,929 candidates attained C+ in 2016 4. Kagumoa High 8.4 1. Ortum Boys High School 8.9 5. Hongwe Secondary 3.39 and above compared to 169,910 candi- 5. Nyeri High 8.3 2. St.Theresa’s Tartar Girls High 7.9 6. Lamu Boys High School 3.2 dates in 2015. 6. St. Mary’s Boys 8.1 3. Kapenguria Boys High 7.6 7. Bright Girls Shella Secondary 3.0 8. Bakanja Secondary School 2.4 Alliance Girls High School and Ke- MERU COUNTY 4. Nasokol Girls High School 7.0 1. St. Mary Igoji Girls 8.4 5. Holy Rosary 6.6 NYAMIRA COUNTY 1. Nyambaria Boys 8.89 nya High were singled out for consistent- 2. Meru School 7.8 6. Chepkoronisio Boys 6.5 2. Sironga Girls 8.59 ly performing well in the national exams 3. Nkuene Girls 7.5 7. Propoi Girls 6.4 3. Nyamira Boys 7.75 with Alliance Girls emerging among the 4. Igembe Boys 7.2 8. Chewoyet Boys High 6.2 5. Kaaga Girls 7.2 4. Nyakemincha Secondary 7.24 top 10 schools in the Country, it is the 9. Chesta Girls 5.8 5. Geiaga Secondary 6.6 MURANG’A COUNTY only school that managed a mean score 10. Amukuriat Boys 5.6 6. Kebirigo Boys 5.9 1. Murang’a High School 9.2 ELGEYO MARAKWET COUNTY 7. Menyenya High school 5.48 of B+ (plus), this is 10.18. Out of the top 2. Pioneer School 9.0 1. Sing’ore Girls High School 8.9 8. Mwongori High school 5.42 9. Nyansiongo Boys 5.35 20 candidates countrywide, there were 16 3. Njiris Boys High Schl 8.9 2. Metkei Girls High School 8.7 4. Mugoiri Girls 8.4 10. Mochenwa Secondary 5.2 3. St. Patrick’s High School, Iten 8.5 girls and only 4 boys. 5. Kahuhia High 7.7 KIRINYAGA COUNTY 4. Moi Girls Kapsowar 8.2 1. Kabare Girls 9.02 Alliance Girls High School had 25 BUNGOMA COUNTY 5. Chebara Boys High 8.1 2. Baricho boys High 8.5 1. Friends School Kamusinga 9.62 straight As while Kenya High 21 As com- MIGORI COUNTY 3. Ngiriambu Girls 8.2 2. Lugulu Girls High Sch 8.5 4. Mutira Girls 7.7 pared to 20 As in 2015. Kenya High had a 1. Kanga High School 8.2 3. St. Marys Kibabii High 7.67 5. Kerugoya Boys 7.2 2. Rapogi High School 7.9 mean of 9.96. 4. Chesamisi High School 7.32 6. Kerugoya Girls 7.0 3. Kodero Bara Secondary 7.2 In a survey contacted by Education 5. Cardinal Otunga Girls 7.2 BARINGO COUNTY 4. Kanyawanga Secondary 7.1 1. Sacho High School 8.43 News, counties that performed well based 6. Teremi High School 6.96 KISII COUNTY 2. Baringo High School 8.12 7. St.Luke Kimilili Boys 6.92 3. Kapropita Girls High School 7.7 on performance of the top five schools in- 1. St. Charles Lwanga Ichuni Girls 8.6 8. St.Cecelia Misikhu Girls 6.84 4. Kabarnet Boys High School 7.34 clude Nairobi, Kiambu, Nandi, Nakuru, 9. Moi Girls Kamusinga 6.2 2. Moi High School Gesusu 8.23 5. Emining Boys High School 7.05 Murang’a, Kericho and Uasin Gishu. 10. Bungoma High School 6.19 3. Kisii High School 7.9 6. Eldama Ravine Girls 6.7 EMBU COUNTY 4. St. Benedict Masongo Seminary7.7 7. Poror High School 6.6 Kiambu County produced the top 8. Tabagon Girls High School 6.4 1. Moi High Sch, Mbiruri 8.7446 5. Mobamba Secondary School 7.3 school nationally; Alliance Girls scored 6. Nyabururu Girls National Sch 7.35 9. Pemwai Girls High School 6.2 2. Kyeni Girls 8.167 10. Kipng’orom Girls High Sch. 5.7 a mean of B+ (plus) while other top four 3. Kangaru School 7.5 7. Hema Chitago High 7.2 scoring B. Nairobi County had its top five 4. Nguviu Girls High School 7.4 8. Kiage Tumaini Boys 6.92 TANA RIVER COUNTY schools all scoring a mean of B stand. 5. Kangaru Girls High School 7.1 9. Kereri Girls 6.89 1. Ngao Girls Secondary 3.48 10. Cardinal Otunga Mosocho High 6.2 2. Maumau Girls Secondary 3.19 Nandi County had three schools with B 6. Nyangwa Boys High 6.6 7. Nguviu Boys High 6.2 11. Amasege SDA Secondary 5.63 3. Gadeni Secondary School 3.06 and two schools with B minus. Nakuru 8. Mayori High School 6.2 HOMA BAY COUNTY 4. Hola Secondary School 2.93 County had three schools with B (3Bs), THARAKA NITHI COUNTY 1. Orero Boys Secondary Sch 8.6 5. Ndura High School 2.79 B- and C+. 1. Materi Girls School 9.1 2. Agoro Sare High School 8.4 6. Sombo Secondary School 2.73 3. Mbita High 8.3 7. Kipini Secondary School 2.70 Murang’a and Kericho Counties each 2. Chogoria Girls 8.5 3. Ikuu Boys High 8.1 4. Asumbi Girls High 8.1 KAJIADO COUNTY registered two schools with a mean of B, 4. Kiurani Secondary Sch 7.1 5. Homa Bay High 7.7 1. Moi Girls Isinya 8.129 2. Oloolaiser Secondary School 7.74 two with B- and one C+ (plus) and Uasin KERICHO COUNTY SIAYA COUNTY 3. Gishu County had two schools with Bs, 1. Moi Tea Girls School 9.775 1. Maranda Boys High School 9.1 Noonkopir Girls 6.658 one B- (minus) and two C+ (plus). 2. Kipsigis Girls High Sch 9.2137 2. Ugenya High School 8.0 3. Tengecha Boys High 8.99 3. Ramba Boys High 7.7 NYANDARUA COUNTY In the poor performing category 4. Litein Boys High 8.88 4. Barding Boys High 6.83 1. Karima Girls 9.90 Kakamega, Meru and Machakos coun- 5. Londiani Boys High 7.12 5. St. Mary’s Yala 6.7 2. Njabini Boys 8.45 3. Nyandarua High 7.90 ties managed to get one school scoring a 6. Kabianga High School 6.9 MAKUENI COUNTY 4. Nyahururu High 7.45 7. Kericho High School 5.89 1. Makueni Boys High School 8.3 mean of B- (minus) each and four schools 5. Magomano Girls 6.89 BOMET COUNTY getting a mean of C+ (plus). Migori and 2. Precious Blood Girls Kilungu 8.0 6. Kipipiri Sch of Excellence 6.89 1. Kaplong Girls School 8.25 3. Mbooni Girls 8.0 7. Leshau Boys 6.66 West Pokot counties each had one school 2. Moi Siongiroi Girls 8.21 4. Kaumoni Boys 7.9 8. Ndaragwa Girls 6.54 scoring a mean of B- (minus) and three 3. Kaplong Boys High 7.90 5. St. Joseph Girls Kibwezi 7.79 9. Mt. Kinangop Girls 6.30 schools posting C+ (plus) while Vihiga 4. Tenwek High 7.50 6. Kisau Girls 7.7 10. Turasha High 6.25 5. Saseta Girls High 6.82 11. Geta School 6.00 County got two schools posting a mean 7. Mbooni Boys 7.5 6. Lorna Memorial Girls 6.10 8. Mukaa Girls 7.3 of C+ (plus), two straight Cs and one C- 7. Longisa Boys High 4.90 9. Makueni Girls 7.2 KIAMBU COUNTY

(minus). NANDI COUNTY 10. Mulala Girls 6.8 1. Alliance Girls 10.18 1. Kapsabet High School 9.9 2. Mangu High School 9.93 Lamu County was second last in this KITUI COUNTY 2. Kapsabet Girls High Sch 9.2 3. Alliance Boys 9.55 survey with two schools scoring a mean 1. Muthale Girls High School 8.38 3. Meteitei Boys Sec 9.0 2. Mulango Girls High School 8.15 4. Loreto High Limuru 9.47 5. Mary Hill Girls 9.44 of C- (minus). 4. St. Joseph’s Girls-Chepterit 8.8 3. St. Josephs Mwingi Seminary 8.09

Out of 1,279 candidates who sat for 5. Kemeloi Boys Sec 8.6 4. Kitui High School 8.08 NAIROBI COUNTY UASIN GISHU COUNTY the 2016 KCSE examinations in Lamu 5. St. Charles Lwanga Secondary 7.9 1. Kenya High 9.96 1. Moi Girls High Sch, Eldoret 9.5 County, only 81 students managed to get 6. Mbitini Girls Secondary Sch 7.63 2. Light Academy 9.63 2. Segero Adventist Nat’l Academy 9.4 7. Kisasi Boys Secondary Sch 7.616 3. Strathmore School 9.62 C+ and above. 3. Segero Adventist Nat’l School 8.2 8. Thitani Girls Secondary Sch 7.26 4. Pangani Girls 9.56 Tana River County came last with two 4. Paul Boit Boys High School 7.8 9. Kyuso Boys Secondary Sch 7.20 5. Precious Blood 9.47 5. AIC Chebisaas Boys 7.6 schools attaining a mean of D and four 10. Kyondoni Girls Secondary 7.14 BUSIA COUNTY KAKAMEGA COUNTY schools getting D- (minus). By the time of 11. Matinyani Boys Secondary 7.13 This1. analysis Kolanya is Girlsbased on a survey conducted 5.9 countrywide by Education News team. 1. Booker Academy 8.5 MACHAKOS COUNTY going to press, we had not obtained data 2. Nangina Girls 5.84 2. Kakamega High School 7.8 1. Machakos School 8.1 3. Sigalame High School 5.83 on top performing schools in Marsabit, 3. Musingu High 7.688 2. Ndalani Secondary School 7.9 4. Butula Boys 5.76 Turkana, Wajir, Garissa, among others. 4. St. Peter’s Mumias 7.65 3. Machakos Girls 7.7 5. Bumala AC 5.08 5. St. Mathia’s Mwitoti 7.5 Here is a list of top performing schools 4. St. Camel 7.5 6. Budalangi Boys Sec 5.04 6. Mukumu Girls 7.3 5. Muumbuni High 7.2 per County. 7. St. Mary’s Mumias 7.2 NAKURU COUNTY This analysis is based on a 8. Butere Girls 7.10 1. Moi High School Kabarak 9.6 survey conducted countrywide 9. Butere Boys 6.9 2. Anester Boys High School 9.55 by Education News team VIHIGA COUNTY 3. Naivasha Girls 9.07 1. Bunyore Girls 8.594 4. Utumishi Boys Academy 8.29 2. Nyangori Boys High School 7.58 5. Langalanga Secondary 7.13 3. Mudasa Academy 7.0 6. Venessa Grant Girls 6.9 4. Mbale High School 6.52 MOMBASA COUNTY 5. Vihiga Boys 6.5 1. Light Academy 8.8 6. Kaimosi Girls 6.5 2. Sheikh Khalifa School 8.5 7. Keveye Girls 6.18 3. Memon Academy High 8.4 8. Chavakali High School 5.8 4. Abu Hureira Academy 7.7 9. Senende Boys 5.7 5. Istiqama Secondary School 7.6

LAMU COUNTY 1. Lamu Girls High School 5.37 2. Sacred Heart Girls 5.15 3. Mpeketoni Boys School 4.77 4. Kibaoni Royal Secondary 3.87 5. Hongwe Secondary 3.39 6. Lamu Boys High School 3.2 7. Bright Girls Shella Secondary 3.0 8. Bakanja Secondary School 2.4 NYAMIRA COUNTY 1. Nyambaria Boys 8.89 2. Sironga Girls 8.59 january 11 - 23, 2017 Education News 5 Singore Girls shines again in KCSE 2016 examinations

kemoi Mercy, praising their Principal, Mrs. Rose Kimutai Koech. Speaking during the glamorous occasion, the Principal said that they managed to send 252, candidates out of the 254 to university. She said that they had 1A plain, 14 A-, 68 B+, 94 B plain, 68 B-, 7 C+ and only 2 C plain a feat which she said was achieved through coordination with the Board of Management and candidates who were very focused towards achieving success. One of the best candidates said that it was through hard work of teachers and students that made them achieve the good results. The joyful candidates said they have been Sing’ore Girls Principal, Mrs receiving motivational talks from the their Rose Kimutai Koech address- chaplain which made them overcome aca- ing the Press after the exem- demic challenges. plary results. She said that she would like to join Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Tech- From right is the PTA Chairman Francis Muya Mwangi, The Prin- By Dennis Bett nology (JKUAT) and pursue Economics and cipal Rose Kimutai Koech, County Education CEC Stella Rono, and Statistics. Chairman Dennis Kiptui Agui. t was all joy and glamour at Sing’ore “I want to work as an auditor of the Cen- Girls High School in Elgeyo Marakwet Eldoret. ICounty after the school posted the best “Bishop Cornelious Korir has been results in the entire county, producing the leading this school most of the time during only candidate with an A plain in the 2016 prayers and this is what has made the girls KCSE examination results with a mean of to achieve the best. 8.9. The candidates were taught in a holis- The school which had an enrollment of tic way to be all round citizens,” said Mu- 254 candidates had a mean grade of 8.91, tai, adding that they have great self-esteem followed by Metkei Girls with enrollment of which will assist them to fit into the soci- 125 candidates with 8.84, and St. Patrick’s ety. High School Iten whose enrollment was 180 She added that they have been organiz- candidates coming third with 8.2. ing motivational talks for the girls which Koech said that since she joined the have enhanced their confidence in facing school in 2012, the school has rose from a national examinations. “Teachers have sacrificed their time to produce the best. We had a slogan ‘Unique Sacrifice, Unique Results” and I am happy Sing’ore Girls Principal, Rose Kimutai Koech celebrating with the for the results. We have 75 per cent of students from the county as it is an Extra-coun- girls in 2015

tral Bank of Kenya (CBK) when I graduate. I fellow other students to focus on education, put God first and all will be well,” she added. The Principal said that since she was transferred to the school five years ago, she School Board member, has seen impressive improve- Mr. George Kimaiyo during ment in performance of stu- the celebrations. dents, adding that majority of the students have had direct mean of 8.62 in 2011, 9.19 in 2012, 9.48 in university admission. Sing’ore High School Principal, Mrs. 2013, 9.94 in 2014, 10.41 in 2015 and 8.9 She attributed the exem- The Principal Mrs, Rose Kimutai Koech, Rose Kimutai Koech making an en- in 2016. plary performance to team The Deputy Principal, Mrs. Cathine Am- try into the school with some of the Jubilant parents, guardians, teachers, work between the parents, woso and the Board of Management mem- best students after the results were candidates together with the Board of Man- teachers, students and the sup- ber Mr. Paul Serem displaying some of the announced. agement sang victory songs while lifting port they have been receiving many academic throphies the school has some of the best candidates led by Jep- from the Catholic Diocese of received.

ty school, 25 per cent from the entire country. We had girls who came with as low as 280 marks but they managed to beat the odds by excelling in exams,” Mutai said. On her part, the Deputy Principal, Mrs Catherine Amwoso said that the girls have discipline and that was one of the greatest contributing factors of success in 2016. On Co-Curricular activities, she said that the school is doing well and has been participating up to the nationals in sports like hockey, table tennis, football and badminton, while in athletics, the school has gone up to international levels.

School Principal Rose Kimutai Koech leading the team of candidates, parents and Board of Management in the ceremony singing the National Anthem. 6 Education News january 11 - 23, 2017 New grading structures for teachers By Our Reporter The CBA, is silent on who exactly will occupy the newly introduced Job he number of teachers in Groups ‘S’ and ‘T’ and what their duties various grades, the type of Job and responsibilities will be. TGroups and creation of new At TSC Secretariat, Job Groups ones and alterations on the minimum ‘S’ is occupied by Directors who earn entry requirements needed for those a minimum of Sh189,389 rising to a wishing to join the teaching profession maximum of Sh 252,519 with a House are some of the changes contained in allowance of Sh60,000 and Commuter the new Collective Bargain Agreement allowance of Sh16,000. (CBA) between the Teachers Service Job Group ‘T’ is reserved for the Commission (TSC) and Teacher Deputy Commission Secretary who earns Unions. a minimum of Sh 236,736, rising to a For instance, Job Groups ‘P’, ‘Q’ and maximum of Sh 315,649 with a House Moses Nthurima, KUPPET Deputy Nancy Macharia, TSC Secretary/ ‘R’ currently the highest ranked grades in allowance of Sh 80,000 and Commuter Secretary-General Chief Executive the Teaching Service have been split into allowance of Sh16,000. five new grades, namely: D1, D2, D3, D4 Job Groups ‘S’ and ‘T’ have been to a senior officer at SRC, who preferred The position of Commission and D5 with a combined establishment established under the new CBA but have not to be named, P1 teachers who have Secretary/Chief Executive is not of 18,393 teachers, Education News can not been operationalized…they only exist yet to be absorbed by TSC will have to classified under any grade with no now report. on paper. upgrade their training status to at least information provided for Salary, House Previously, Job Groups ‘P’, ‘Q’ and The TSC is implementing the Result Diploma level between now and June and Commuter allowances. However, the ‘R’ had only 1,500 administrators. But Based Performance Management 30th, 2018 to be considered for placement Gross Pay for this position is a minimum under the new dispensation provided by Approach (RBPMA) system, which on the TSC payroll. of Sh526, 057 and a maximum of Sh the new Collective Bargaining Agreement entails Performance Contracting for All the 103 National schools will be 701,441.000 (CBA), these establishments have been Heads of primary and Post-primary strictly headed by Principals in Grade The Deputy Secretary-General of expanded (D1 to D5) to accommodate institutions and Performance Appraisal ‘D5’. The remaining 349 teachers in KUPPET, Moses Nthurima said the more teachers (18,393). system for Assistant Teachers. ‘D5’ grade will be appointed substantive union is looking forward to see how The current Grade C5, formerly Job The purpose of Performance Principals in National Polytechnics and realignment of grades in the Teaching Group ‘N’ will have 17,139 teachers. Management System in the Teaching Technical Institutions based on their Service will assist in the improvement Previously, this grade had only 10,000 Service is to improve performance infrastructure and human resources. Sub- of educational standards and enhance tutors. The newly established Grade C4, standards and professionalism with a view county schools will be under Principals administration in Government-sponsored previously Job Group ‘M’, has 43,561 to enhancing the image of the teaching in Grade ‘D3’, while Deputy Principals learning institutions. teachers unlike in the past establishment profession and learning outcomes. in National schools will be headed by Nthurima is urging the TSC to where it had 25,000 educators. Teachers will now be promoted on teachers in ‘D3’. consider hiring more teachers if the The rearranging of these grades, the basis of performance and learning National schools have been grouped in perennial shortfallof tutors in Public including scrapping the lowest rank, Job outcomes. Group ‘G’ (P1 Teachers) and pushing the Effective more than 128,000 teachers to Job Group from 2018, ‘H’ is aimed at controlling the teacher teachers to be wage bill considering that Teachers appointed to Job Service Commission (TSC) will continue Group ‘H’ will hiring at least 5,000 teachers annually. be expected to This is as a stop gap measure to control have a Diploma the rising shortfall of tutors in Public in Education schools. (specializing The Salaries and Remuneration in specific Commission (SRC) has categorized Job subjects). This Groups ‘P’, ‘Q’ and ‘R’ into ‘D1’, ‘D2’, will be the ‘D3’, ‘D4’ and ‘D5’, creating in between minimum entry promotion hurdles where a teacher cannot qualification for easily be rushed through ‘D1’ to ‘D5’ those wishing to with accompanying salary hikes as has join the teaching been the case from ‘P’,‘Q’ and ‘R’. The profession. reasoning here is to control the wage bill. According

Four Clusters, based on their infrastructure The Education News Team and human resources. The Third Cluster schools is to be addressed. is that of the best National schools with The top union official said the 5,000 Chief Executive Officer: Peter Silsil Distribution Accountant: Rosemary Juma several being on the original list of top 17 teachers employed annually is a drop in Editor-In-Chief: John Machio Receptionist: Rosemary Kaika National schools in the country that have the ocean considering the fast expanding Managing Editor: John Oyuke Marketing Team been in existence for more than 30 years. enrollment in Primary schools, improved Associate Editors: Stephen Makabila, Jackson Ndichu Kamau, Penina Kibet, Tindi Kuchio, Okoth, John Nyaosi Enock Kipturgut, Munene Maina, Jackline Chep- These include the likes of Mangu, retention and growing transition rates to Sub-Editor: Benjamin Rutto korir, Judy Chepcheng, Collins Akong’o, Alfred Starehe, Nairobi School, Alliance Girls, Post-primary institutions. Marketing Manager: Peris Cherono Kimosop, Kennedy Shivairo, Dennis Bowen, Nelly Komen, John Njoroge, Gloria Makungu, Alliance Boys, Lenana High, Kenya “The Commission has to seek for Finance/Credit Control Manager: Stane Kakai Dorphine Nyaboke. Samuel an urgent solution to seal the gaps in HR & Administration Manager: Layout and Design: High, Maseno, Limuru Girls, Loreto Chebotibin David Obiero, Pheanious Ondweso Limuru, Maryhills, Moi Forces Academy, the Teaching Service, failure to which Accountant: Dianah Chebet Distribution: Peter Suge, Gerald Labatt Credit Control Officer: Geoffrey Kimetto Moi Girls High, Nakuru Boys, Nakuru the Kenyan child will be doomed,” said Girls, Starehe Girls and Utumishi. Nthurima. january 11 - 23, 2017 Education News 7 Education Directors moved in shake-up From page 1 replacing Maria Cherono who has since been moved to the Directorate of Special The new Directors, Deputy Directors Needs Education. and Sub-County Directors are under firm The County Director for Vihiga, Silona instructions to assume all the functions Kinaya has been redeployed to the ministry previously performed by the Provincial headquarters and would be replaced by Directors of Education except those that had a senior official from Jogoo House only been delegated to them by Teachers Service identified as Victoria. Commission (TSC). Former Kwale County Director The officers have been reminded of Education, Sammy Kagiri has been to continue implementing policies and transferred to Eldoret in Uasin Gishu County programmes the ministry has formulated in while former TaitaTaveta County Director, consultation with other stakeholders. Jonathan Nyamai has been moved to Narok The Directors will further ensure quality County. and standards of education are upheld at all Beatrice Makau, Embu County Sabina Aroni, Elgeyo Marakwet Former Lamu County Director of costs as well as managing, and monitoring Director of Education: Recalled County Education Director: Fate Education, Charles Ndegwa has been Free Primary Education and Subsidized to Jogoo House transferred to Kilifi County to replace Secondary Education funds. unknown Dickson Ole Keis who was promoted The changes which took effect on January been promoted from Sub-County Director to the position of a Regional Education 4, 2017 have seen Fred Kiiru formerly (Kakamega East) to serve as the new Director Coordinator – Coast but later moved to Jogoo County Director of Nyeri switched to the Bungoma County. House (Ministry Headquarters). larger Kakamega County with Abdikarim Dr Nicodemus Anyang Ojuma, formerly In a related development, Mr Abdi Habat taking over as the Director in Kiambu, while Director Nyamira County moves to Uasin Sheikh has been confirmed Director, Primary Isaac Atebe has been appointed Director for Gishu in the same capacity. Jared Obiero Education, with Robert Masese, formerly Nakuru County. Salesa Adano is the new Osure has been moved to West Pokot while Director of Secondary and Tertiary Education Director Nyeri County. Fredrick Osewe has been transferred from being appointed Director Special Programmes Nyandarua has a new director in Hellen West Pokot to Kericho to replace Hellen (Overseeing Secondary Education). Nyang’au, until the transfer she was County Nyang’au. Pius Mutisya has been confirmed Director, Director Kericho. Nyang’aure places Susan Samuel Boto is the new Director for Quality Assurance and Standards, while Murerwa who has been moved to Kitui. Anne Machakos County, with James Gachungi Kinara Nyabwari continues to serve as the Kiilu has been appointed County Director Director of Adult and Continuing Education, Mohammed Kike, Mombasa County taking over as the new Director for Busia Tharaka Nithi, with Jane Njogu being moved County. Until the new appointment, Gachungi while Milton Mokah is the Director of ECDE to Makueni as director. Director of Education: Recalled to and Teacher Education. Jogoo House was based at Jogoo House, Nairobi. Aileen Kajuju Mungiria is the new Nelson Sifuna Mabele who was at Victoria Angwenyi is the new Head of Director Isiolo County, while Margaret moved to Baringo County to replace Isaac Jogoo House as Deputy Director for Tertiary School Audit Services while ElyasAbdi Jallow Mwirigi who was based at the Directorate of Indiasi Mabale whose deployment was not Education is the new County Director is the Director of Project Co-ordination and Policy Planning at Jogoo House – Nairobi has immediately established. Machocho was the Nyamira, while Ayira has been moved to Delivery with Charles Mwita being deployed been transferred to Embu to replace Beatrice immediate former Education Director, Meru Jogoo House in the Directorate of Special to the Director-General’s Office – Field Co- Makau who has been recalled to Jogoo House County. Programmes (Overseeing Secondary ordination and Co-curricular. for redeployment. Bridget Wambua Ndunge has been Education). Meanwhile, Darius Mogaka will continue John Ololtuaa has been transferred to moved to Kwale, with Lawrence Kirimi being Daniel Mwita Chacha has been promoted serving as the Director for Policy and East Nairobi while Willie Machocho has been transferred to Nandi while Jacob Onyiego has to head the Department of Field Services African Community Affairs.

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8 education news january 11 - 23, 2017 Teachers to benefit from Sh1.1 trillion educational attainment. By John Machio The BPS says that the Government’s medium strategy will focus on the construction he National Treasury plans to allocate a and improvement of infrastructure in all whopping Sh 1.1 trillion to the Ministry learning institutions and County offices Tof Education Science and Technology for teacher management services, enhance and the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) capitation and grants to institutions, support during the 2017/18 National Budget. education and curriculum reforms and This is according to the 2017 Budget enhance and support examination, competence Policy Statement (BPS), which is due to be assessment and certification. tabled before Parliament when it reconvenes The strategy will also focus on expansion on January 24, 2017. of education and training opportunities According to the BPS, the National in marginalized and underserved areas, Government has prioritized Teacher Resource promotion of education and TVET activities Management where 5,000 additional by development of policies, licensing, teachers will be recruited annually, teachers accreditation and quality assurance of all in the existing establishments promoted learning institutions. and funding provided for Free Primary Mary Rotich, TSC Director Teacher Dr. Henry Rotich, CS National The Government will also increase Education, Free Day Secondary Education, Management Treasury provisions for loans, bursaries and University Education, developing Technical scholarships to meet the increased and Vocational Education and Training improve quality and relevance of education; demands of education and training. It will (TVET) infrastructure, Research, curriculum and also evaluate the minimum entry level for reduce inequality as well as leverage on alsoenhanceICT integration in education at reforms and deepening technology( ICT) in teachers joining these colleges. knowledge and skills in Science, Technology all levels and promote science, technology Education. “There is concern that TVET allocations and Innovation for global competitiveness. and innovation activities by developing Funds will also be allocated for in Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)are To achieve this goal, the Government is policies, research licensing and accrediting establishment of establishment of seven too low to cater for the fees charged by these committed to further entrench universal and of research and quality assurance of research additional Public Universities, namely institutions. The HELB, however argues that compulsory Basic Education and expanding institutes. Koitalel Samoei, Bomet, Alupe, Gatundu, it is working with the Ministry to ensure that Tertiary Education,” said the BPS released by The BPS is a Government policy Tom Mboya, Kaimosi and Turkana. amounts provided go to the needy students and the Cabinet Secretary – National Treasury, Dr. document that sets out the broad strategic According to the Budget Policy Statement is intensifying loan recovery efforts in order to Henry Rotich. priorities and policy goals that will guide seen by Education News, National Treasury increase loan funding. It is also working with The document notes that the Education the National and County governments in proposes to allocate Sh349.9 billion to the other bodies that fund education to administer sector achievements were significant in the preparing their budgets both for the following Education Sector in (2017/2018), Sh365.2 the funds. The sector is calling on the starting 2015/2016 Financial Year. They include Financial Year and over the medium term. billion (2018/2019) and Sh374.7 billion of a campaign on TVET loans to ask students increase in the number of ECDE centres. Section 25 of the Public Finance (2019/2020). to apply for the loans through TVET, to create Free Primary Education continued to be Management Act (2012) provides that the “The Recurrent Expenditure allocation awareness and increase the uptake of this new implemented with enrolment stabilizing at 8.8 National Treasury shall prepare and submit for 2017/2018, 2018/2019 and 2019/2020 product,” states the document. million and the number of Primary schools to the Cabinet the Budget Policy Statement is Sh 326.5 billion, Sh 340.2 billion and Sh It is further noted that Primary Education increasing from 21,302 in 2013/2014 to for approval. Subsequently, the approved 349.3 billion respectively while Development is a National Government function funded 21,877 in 2015/2016. of BPS is submitted to Parliament. The Expenditure allocation for the same period is at the national level, but if counties fund Despite these achievements, a number August House shall discuss the report and Sh 23.3 billion, Sh 25.0 billion and Sh 25.4 education related activities, then it is a of challenges still remain. They include high pass a resolution to adopt it with or without billion respectively,” says the budget policy complimentary activity unless it is Early poverty incidences, high education cost to amendments. The Cabinet Secretary shall statement. Childhood Development Education (ECDE) households and Government, unsatisfactory take into account resolutions passed by The documents notes that the Ministry which is a clearly stipulated function. access levels especially at post primary Parliament in finalizing the budget for the of Education has set aside funds to improve “The Education sector’s overall goal is education, low progression and high school relevant Financial Year. infrastructure in the teacher training institutions to increase access to education and training; wastage and regional and gender disparities in

Two headteachers punished over skewed enrollment

By John Ochieng funds, accusing Mr. Otieno of irregularly Primary Education and Sh 200 billion to flouting of disbursement procedures and spending Sh 743, 560.00 belonging to the support Free Day Secondary Education. deliberate exclusion of school management he Teachers Service Commission school. "Mr. Otieno received Sh 642,500 after According to a report by the Ethics and committees in the use of the school funds. (TSC) has demoted two secondary inflating enrolment figures at his school. He Anti-Corruption Commission, unscrupulous The Ministry of Education has said it will Tschool Principals in Homa Bay has failed to account for Sh 49,780 besides Head Teachers and School Board members unveil a new system that will track enrolment County. This is after these administrators irregularly transferring Sh 51,280 from spend school cash on overseas trips, sitting of students as well as the amount of cash inflated student enrolment figures in their Operations Account to the School Funds allowances and other irregular activities. disbursed to all public schools. Parents will be schools, pocketing millions in Free Day Account. While Otieno was required to Others inflate enrolment records and divert able to check on how much has been allocated Secondary School subsidies provided by the refund the cash, he has failed to do so hence the Government subsidies give to the school to their school every year. Government. the punishment. Mr. Obiero is accused of to their own personal accounts. “The Government has previously not Mr. Jeremiah Onyango Otieno of Kamolo receiving Sh 476,190 in Free Day Secondary There are numerous cases where school been able to audit more than 30 per cent of Secondary School and Mr. Naphtali Obiero of School. heads forge cheques, take out loans which they all resources allocated to schools yearly,” Kodhoch Secondary School will now remain The two will remain as regular teachers fail to repay or give loans to parents who sit on said Education CS Dr. Fred Matiang’i. He classroom teachers until investigations into until their cases are been determined, with an the school’s management committee. Rogue added that the Government will reconstitute this matter are concluded. option of being relieved off their duties. Principals or Head Teachers are also said to school audit units and that a five-member Diosiana Ahindukha, the Homa Bay TSC The Government disburses Sh 12,870 routinely forge signatures, receive ‘ghost’ text team from the Education Ministry will work County Director confirmed the incident and per year for each student enrolled in a books or participate in overpricing and single with the EACC, to ensure the Commission’s said the two have been demoted pending public secondary school under the Free Day sourcing of materials for their schools. recommendations are implemented. This further investigations. Secondary School program. Other irregularities noted by the EACC includes training school Heads and Principals She said that the two principals failed to Figures indicate that the Government report include overpayment for goods and on how to prudently manage resources demonstrate honesty in the use of Government has so far disbursed Sh 100 billion for Free services, illegal tendering, conflict of interest, allocated to the school. january 11 - 23, 2017 education news 9 Tseikuru TTI all set to admit more students to become a world class TVET insti- dents and Tseikuru TTI encourages The management further indi- tution in training for social and eco- women to take advantage of the op- cates students taking courses lasting nomic development. portunity and enroll in large num- at least one year can apply for bursa- The TTI opened its doors to the bers. ries and loans from the Higher Edu- public in January 2016 after the Gov- Currently, Tseikuru TTI stands cation Loans Board (HELB). ernment through the Ministry of Ed- on 120 acres and has seven standard Tseikuru TTI has three major in- ucation located it in Tseikuru town in class rooms, one lecture theatre, two takes for students every year, in the order to enhance access to technical standard electrical engineering work- months of January, May and Septem- and business skills to the community shops and offices. ber. in Kitui and the nation at large. The TTI management indicates Requirements for applying stu- The Principal, Mr. Daniel Muum- arrangement will be made for en- dents who have completed their Ke- bi, says the TTI has adequate training rolling students who would like to nya Certrificate of Secondary Educa- Tseikuru Technical Training Institute administration block. equipment and standard workshops board. The TTI is easily accessible, tion (KCSE), include copies of their and laboratories. due to its location opposite the Tsei- national IDs, KCSE examination to scale the heights of excellency By Stephen Makabila “The Government through the kuru District hospital and adjacent to results and their school leaving cer- by its motto which is ‘Quality Constituency Development Fund the Sub County headquarters. tificates. Training for Skills Acquisition,’ seikuru Technical Training (CDF) helps students to pay their fees its Vision which is to be a Centre Institute (TTI) has set its while the Higher Education Loans MINISTRY OF EDUCATION of excellence in technology and eyes on becoming a giant in Board extends loans and bursaries TSEIKURU TECHNICAL T research and its mission which is the field of technical training in the TRAINING INSTITUTE lower Eastern region and the country P.O. BOX 753 - 90400, Mwingi Tel: 0714 153024 E-mail: [email protected] at large. www.tseikurutti.ac.ke Motto: Quality training for skills acquisition The TTI currently offers techni- Vision: Acentre of excellence in technology and research cal and business Diploma courses, Mission: To become a world class TVET Institution in training for social and economic development Intake period: Certificate courses, January, May and September. certificate courses, Artisan courses Diploma courses, January and September only for KCPE graduates and above as Module 1 takes 1 year (3 terms) Any other modules take 2 terms. well as Accounting Courses. While DIPLOMA COURSES Diploma and certificate courses are COURSE ENTRY EXAM DURATION examined by the Kenya National Electrical & electronics (Power) Examination Council (KNEC), Ac- Automotive Engineering counting Courses are examined by Human Resource Lecture hall. Diploma KASNEB. Supply chain Management Courses C- KNEC 1 Year and Above Diploma and Certificate courses Accountancy are offered in Electrical and Elec- to the deserving students,” the Social worker and community development tronics (power), Automotive Engi- Principal told Education News Business administration neering, Human Resource, Supply in an interview. Secretarial studies Chain Management, Accountancy, The TTI has adhered to ICT Social Worker and Community De- the policy of the Government velopment, Business Administration, CERTIFICATE COURSES to encourage female students COURSE ENTRY EXAM DURATION and Secretarial studies, all running to do technical and engineer- Electrical & electronics (Power) for one year. ing courses. As an affirmative Automotive Engineering Tseikuru TTI, located in Tseiku- action, the Government gives Human Resource ru town, Mwingi North constitutency substantial grants to such stu- Certificate of Kitui County, has been motivated Supply chain Management Courses D KNEC 1 Year Institute’s computer lab. plain Accountancy and Above Social worker and community development Business administration Secretarial studies St. Paul’s Ol Joro Orok shines in KCPE ICT ARTISAN COURSES KCPE AND ABOVE By Meru Mathenge performed subject was Science at 70.15 with Welding and Fabrication (1 Year) Social Studies rooting at 68.23. ACCOUNTING COURSES t. Paul’s Ol Joro Orok beat all odds to COURSE ENTRY DURATION EXAM The school’s director, J.M Kamau while emerge one of the top schools in KCPE ATD I C- briefing Education News in his office termed in Nyandarua County with a mean score CPA SECTION I C+(with C+ in Maths a English) the performance as satisfactory. CPA SECTION II CPA SECTION I 5 KASNEB S Months of 341.23. ``We have planned to attain a 370 mean CPA SECTION III CPA SECTION II Thomas Kagunda topped the class with 391 in 2017.We strategically look forward to lay CPA SECTION IV CPA SECTION III marks out of a possible 500. He has been se- more emphasis on the pupil’s individual at- ADMISSION lected to join Nyandarua High School. Second Application letters accompanied by copies of National I.D Card, tention, maintain the staff that we already JANUARY, position was Kichuki Muiga who garnered 379 K.C.S.E examination results and school leaving certificate have, improve the infrastructure and engage should be addressed to: MAY AND marks. He has booked himself a place at Nyahu- The Principal, SEPTEMBER in rapid continuous assessment.’’ he said. P.O. BOX 753 - 90400 Mwingi, Tel: 0714 153024 INTAKE ruru High. Third placed Kelvin Irungu Kariuki E-mail: [email protected] The school has also invested heavily in who scored 378 marks is set to join Murang’a A/C No. 1177500035 KCB Kyuso branch. computer technology and High. hopes to embrace fully, English score was 67.54, Kiswahili, 65.69; digital learning, before the with Mathematics standing at 69.62.The best end of the year. Lugari Sub-County Director, Francis shikanda speaking to St.paul’s ol joro orok school some girls selected P.o. Box 73,Ol Joro Orok Contacts: 0721750057 under the Wings to Fly programme in Kaka- Motto: KNOWLEDGE,FRIENDSHIP AND SUCCESS FOR ALL mega County.  WE HAVE VACANCIES IN NURSERY CLASSES AND IN A total of 13 THE PRIMARY SECTION. needy children  8-4-4 SYSTEM OF EDUCATION OFFERED  A CHRISTIAN BASED SCHOOL benefited from  LAUNDRY SERVICES OFFERED the initiative.  COMPETENT TEACHERS AVAILABLE Photo/ Leonard  PIPED WATER AND HOT WATER SYSTEM AVAILABLE Angatia 10 EDUCATION NEWS january 11 - 23, 2017 nairobi International Schools ordered to teach Swahili and Kenyan History from April By Malachi Motano ronment was not conducive. Uganda’s High Court recently ordered the ll international schools in the country closure of a chain of private schools over con- are expected start teaching History of cerns about poor sanitation and its curriculum. Kenya and Kiswahili language from AApril this year for them to be allowed to con- The Bridge International Academies group tinue operating in the country. opposed the ruling claiming that it offers af- Education Cabinet Secretary Fred fordable, high-quality education to its 12,000 Matiang’i who sent out the tough the directive pupils, who often come from poor families. last December also said that all teachers, includ- Bridge International Academies have ing those working for international schools be major backers, including the UK Govern- registered with Teachers Service Commission ment and the foundations of philanthropic (TSC) to ensure quality of education offered is billionaires Bill Gates, the Microsoft found- not compromised. er, and Facebook’s Mark Zuckerberg. “No one will teach in any school in Ke- In Kenya Bridge International has over nya unless they are registered with the Teach- 400 schools. Teachers and parents who at- ers Service Commission,” he said during the tended the event, however, protested the launch of a report dubbed: “Concern over closure call, arguing that the schools had Education Cabinet Secretary, Dr Fred Matiangi (r) and CS for ICT Joseph Growing Commercialisation and Privatisation Mucheru during the release of 2016 KCPE examinations results at Kenya complied with most of the ministry’s re- of Education” at Kenya Institute of Curriculum Institute of Curriculum Development. Photo/Daniel Ogendo quirements. Development (KICD). According to Ms Maxmilla Baraza, The CS noted that some of the learners in During the launch, the CS came under pres- learners. a teacher at one of the schools; when the the international schools are Kenyan children sure to close Bridge International Academies, He, however, acknowledged that when he schools started, they faced numerous chal- and yet when they study in these institutions, among other schools. He said the government made an impromptu visit to Wami and Bridge lenges, but they have since made some prog- they are not taught Swahili, the national lan- will make its decision on Bridge International International Schools in Kawangware, Nairobi ress. guage,” said Dr Matiang’i. Academies in the country in the best interest of last month, he observed that the learning envi-

EASA unveils growth plan,honours 165 graduates

By Kiptanui Rutto rica and is a fully accredited ICAO TrainairPlus Centre. he East African School of Macharia noted that Aviation (EASA) has in- EASA has remained commit- Tstalled a water treatment and ted to steadily increasing the packaging plant to boost bottled number of aviation graduates water supply for itself and Kenya over the last six decades, not- Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA). ing that in the last financial Transport Infrastructure, Hous- year, the school trained 1,449 ing and Urban Development Cabi- students, up from 1,230 in net Secretary, James Macharia also 2014/2015. Lilly Koros, KNH CEO presents an award to Chief guest disclosed the school is coming up He said in the last fi- representative, Rose Kuria. Looking on is KNH Director with a recreational garden a pool- nancial year, EASA hosted of Nursing Services, Rosemary Mutua and the School side restaurant and a pressing ma- and trained participants Principal, Jane Choge. Photo/Kiptanui Rutto chine. In addition to these, the CS from 13 different African disclosed during the school’s 3rd countries, namely Uganda, graduation ceremony late last year, Rwanda, Lesotho, Nigeria, that there is an ongoing construc- Dr Mugambi M'Nchebere, EASA Angola, Botswana, Zambia, KNH Nursing School tion of a modern EASA Library Director presents a certificate Chad, Ethiopia, Sudan, Cote and rehabilitation of sports facili- to one of the graduates. Photo/ d’Ivoire, Senegal, Malawi, expands footprint in Africa ties to enhance sporting activities Kiptanui Rutto Ghana and South Sudan. of the institution. KCAA Director General, By Staff Reporter Tanzania, Uganda and conducive working Over160 students were con- with the Knowledge, Skills and At- Captain Gilbert Kibe told the Namibia. environment for nurs- ferred with certificates and di- titudes to Fly Beyond the Sky.” graduates the authority is ready to enyatta National “We are now ad- es,” noted Ms Koros. plomas in various courses during EASA is one of the few Interna- give any support to the institution. Hospital (KNH) mitting students from Health Principal the ceremony whose theme was: tional Civil Aviation Organizations KNursing School all over Africa and of- Secretary, Dr Nicho- “Equipping tomorrow’s Aviator certified training institutions in Af- has achieved a major fering courses and pro- las Muraguri com- expansion of footprint, grammes approved by mended management admitting students from the Nursing Council of KNH for setting up all over Africa and ofof Kenya," Koros said a School of Nursing, Kenyan students win study tour fering new courses and during the 9th Gradu- saying the institu- programmes. ation Ceremony of the tion has significantly By Malaki Motano tral Business District (CBD). gies, SOM’s involvement in the com- Chief Executive School of Nursing late contributed to saving The competition focused on petition gave the students great expo- Officer, Lilly Koros said last year. thousands of lives in satellite city development on four subjects, namely Identity, Retail sure with the best in the architectural the school established in She said though Kenya and the rest of 2,500 acres near Nairobi is Concept, Transport and Public Spaces industry. 1996 has continued to nurses have contributed Africa. Asponsoring two students who and was held in conjunction with Skid- Nick Langford, the Country Head expand the courses it is to improved healthcare In a speech read are studying Real Estate and Con- more, Owings & Merrill (SOM), the for Rendeavour, Tatu City’s owner, offering in addition to systems, the numbers by Rose Kuria- Act- struction Management (RECM) for US-based architecture, engineering, and developer said; “It is important critical care and peri- are still down. ing Director of Nurs- a two-week study tour in London. and urban planning firm which has for us, as an international developer, to operatives. “The current nurse ing Services, he said The students Naomy Wangari master planned the Tatu City CBD. localize our projects, and the students She noted that patient ratio at KNH is the ministry is keen to and Nyaila Achieng, both from the Skidmore, Owings & Merrill have provided a Kenyan view on our the school, which has 1: 30 which is below assist the school bring University of Nairobi were named (SOM) is one of the leading architec- plans.” graduated over 900 stu- the WHO recommen- change that patients, the overall winners of an “Ideas ture, interior design, engineering, and The US Ambassador Robert dents since inception, dation of 2:1. KNH partners and clients, Competition” which gave the stu- urban planning firms in the world. Godec presented the awards to the now admits students management is com- are looking for in the dents an opportunity to contribute to Known as a leader in the research and students at the US Embassy in Nai- from Rwanda, Zambia, mitted to creating a Health sector. the master plan of Tatu City’s Cen- development of specialized technolo- robi. january 11 - 23, 2017 education news 11

NABONGO TEACHERS Nabongo TTC rolls out technical and business TRAINING COLLEGE P.O. Box 1173 - 50200 Bungoma Location Tel: 0722 - 543145 / 0710 - 476893 / 0711 - 574423 Bungoma - Mumias Road courses in response to overwhelming demand E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.nabongo.ac.ke Bungoma JANUARY 2017 INTAKE IN PROGRESS By Tindi Kuchio ber of learners COURSES REQUIREMENT DURATION FEES and the medium 1.1 PI Cerficate KCSE C(Plain) 2 Years 19,500 per Pre-service term abongo Teachers Train- of instruction School based Six(6) Holiday ing College which is is English. The sessions located in Musikoma fourth cohort 12,000 per N session sat for the Ke- area of Bungoma County, has 2.1 Diploma in KCSE C+ 3 Years Preser- 20,000 PER introduced technical and busi- nya Certificate Education Other requirements vice Term ness courses after securing of Primary Edu- Arts - English C Maths D+ School Based Six (6) Holiday the required authorization and cation (KCPE) Sciences sessions clearance from the Ministry of late last year. A English C, Maths C 15,000 Per Any two teaching Session Education and its agencies. mixed second- Subjects - C+ Speaking to Education News ary wing by the 3.1 E.C.DE 1. KCSE C(Plain) 1 Year 18,000 per term in her office, the institution name Nabongo Diploma (KNEC) P1 Certificate pre-service Director, Dorothy Saiah said Senior Academy Inservice 8,000 per Mrs. Dorothy Saiah, session six holi- has also been the move had been informed Director Nabongo TTC. day sessions by the high demand for addi- put up and many 3.2 ECDE Certificate 1. KCSE D+/C- 1 Year 15,000 Per tional courses whose examina- (KNEC) preservice term tra- modern storeyed Tuition students have enrolled in 6,000 per tions are administered by the Complex that hosts 20 lecture Forms One, Two and Three. Inservice holiday session Kenya National Examinations 4.1 Proficiency D Plain and Below 1 Year pre 15,000 Per halls, offices and workshops. The first group sat for the Council (KNEC) and the Ke- Service term The same magnificent building Kenya Certificate of Sec- nya Accountants and Secretar- has fully equipped Science and ondary Education (KCSE) ACCOMODATION AND MEALS ARE INCLUSIVE FOR ALL PROGRAMMES ies National Examination Board CONTACT: 0711- 574423 / 0722 - 543145 .VACANCIES AVAILABLE AT NABONGO Computer laboratories where examinations late last year. SENIOR ACADEMY FROM FORMS ONE - FORM FOUR (KASNEB). all students are taught basic Vacancies are however, The registration of the tech- computer knowledge. The col- available for students who NABONGO TECHNICAL TRAINING COLLEGE nical and business wing brings lege has a modern library which wish to enrol in Forms One, (BUSINESS CENTRE FOR EXCELLENCE) to five the number of institu- P.O BOX 1173-50200, BUNGOMA. TEL: 0711574423/0710476893 is well stocked with the latest Two Three and Four. Na- tions that make up the Nabongo A reputable and vibrant up-coming institution poised towards book titles. The college ad- bongo TTC has an Infant producing excellent graduands and is academic complex beginning ministration has come up with School which takes care of ACCONOWUNTANTS PROUD & SECRETA TOR IESPRESENT NATIONAL EX NEWAMINA TIOPRON BOGARARD (MKASNEB) with a Nabongo Infant School a website www.nabongo.ac.ke kindergarten classes. Course/Level ACCOUNTANTS & SECRETARIES NATI OEnNtAryL EXAMINATION DBuOrAatRioDn (KASNEB) Fees (kindergarten), Nabongo Ju- where parents, guardians and The training facility has Course/Level R eEqnutrirye ments Duration Fees nior Academy, Nabongo Senior ICTT (Information Communication Technology D+ (Plus) 1 year 14,000 students wishing to find out the not only taken a keen inter- Requirements Mixed Academy, Nabongo TTC Techni ICTT (Informationcians) C+ with Communication C+ in Math & TechnologyC+ plus in ICTT D+ (Plus) 1 year 14,000 training opportunities at the in- est in academics but also in and now Nabongo Technical Exams Techni cians) C+ with C+ in Math & C+ plus in ICTT stitution can be able to down- co-curricular activities. Per- Accounting Technicians Diploma (ATD) Lev el I, II & III C- (Minus) 6 months per level 14,000 Training Institute. Exams load application forms, fill and formance in ball games, ath- Diploma Accounting in ICT Technic Level i(DICT)ans Diploma Level I,(ATD) II & III Lev el I, II & III C C (Minus)- (Minus) 6 6 months months per per level level 14,000 14,000 The new technical and busi- send them to the institution for letics, drama and music has Diploma Diploma in in Credit ICT Level Management (DICT) Level Level I, 1,II &II III«& III C C (Minus) (Minus) 6 6 months months per per level level 14,000 14,000 ness wing will now offer cer- processing. been very impressive going CPA/CPS/CICT Diploma in Credit Part Management I Section 1 &Level 2 1, II «& III C+ C (Minus)(Plus) (MG, C+ 6 6 months months per per section level 14,500 14,000 tificate and diploma courses CPA/CPS/CICT Part I Section 1 & 2 Math C+ (Plus) & Eng (MG,.) / ATD C+ 6 months per section 14,500 in Information & Communica- CPA/CPS/CICT Part II Section 3 & 4 CPA Math / CPS& Eng Part.) / ATD1 6 months per section 15,000 tions Technology (ICT), Credit CPA/CPS/CICT CPA/CPS/CICT Part Part III II SectionSection 53 && 64 CPA CPA / /CPS CPS Part Part 2 1 6 6 months months per per section section 16,000 15,000 Management and CPA. Others CPA/CPS/CICT Part III Section 5 & 6 CPA / CPS Part 2 6 months per section 16,000 are; Human Resource Manage- KENYA NATIONAL EXAMINATION COUNCIL (KNEC) Course/Level Entry Duration Fees (Shs) ment, Business Management, KENYA NATIONAL EXAMINATION COUNCIL (KNEC) Course/Level requirements Entry Duration Fees (Shs) Sales and Marketing, Supply Artisan—Clerk Typist / Salesmanship / Storekeeping KCPErequirements 1 Year 16,000 Chain Management, Co-oper- Computing Artisan—Clerk systems Typist / Salesmanship / Storekeeping KCPE KCPE 6 1 months Year 10,000 16,000 ative Management, Transport Certificate Computing in systemsICT (Modular) D KCPE 6 6 months months per module 18,000 10,000 Management, Business Admin- Certificate Certificate in in Human ICT (Modular) resource Management (Modular) D D 6 6 months months per per module module 19,000 18,000 istration, Library & Informa- Certificate Certificate in in Business Human resource management Management (Modular) (Modular) D D 6 6 months months per per module module 20,000 19,000 tion Studies, Entrepreneurship Certificate Certificate in in Sales Business & marketing management (Modular) (Modular) D D 6 6 months months per per module module 20,000 20,000 Development, Social Work and Certificate Certificate in in Supply Sales &Chain marketing Management (Modular) (Modular) D D 6 6 months months per per module module 20,000 20,000 Nabongo TTC buses Community Development, Com- Certificate Certificate in in Co Supply-operative Chain Management Management (Modular) (Modular) D D 6 6 months months per per module module 18,000 20,000 munity Health & Development Certificate Certificate in in Transport Co-operative Management Management (Modular) D D 6 6 months months per per module module 17,000 18,000 Currently, the college has a by the high number of tro- Certificate in Business Administration D 1 year 10,000 and Mass Communication. Certificate in Transport Management D 6 months per module 17,000 total of 12 hostels to accommo- phies that have been won. Certificate in Business Administration D 1 year per 10,000 term Nabongo TTC is by far the date students. A three- storeyed The college organizes Certificate in Library and Information Studies (Modular) D 6 months per module 20,000 per term most well established of all the male hostel is currently being the cultural week in Novem- Diploma Certificate in Businessin Library Administrationand Information Studies (Modular) C D- 1 6 l /months2 years per module 9,500 20,000 private teacher learning insti- per term put up to cater for a larger group ber of every year to foster Diploma in Business Administration C- 1 l/2 years 9,500 tutions in western Kenya and Diploma in Co-operative Management (Modular) C- 6 months per module 22,000 per term of students. national cohesion and inte- boasts of some of the best fa- Diploma Diploma in in Transport Co-operative Management Managem (Modular)ent (Modular) C C- - 6 6 months months per per module module 18,000 22,000 The institution has a model gration by enabling students cilities including superior infra- Diploma Diploma in in Supply Transport Chain Management Management (Modular) C C- - 6 6 months months per per module module 22,000 18,000 primary section by the name Na- from various parts of the structure and a modern multi- Diploma Diploma in in Human Supply ResourceChain Management Management (Modular) C C- - 6 6 months months per per module module 22,000 22,000 bongo Junior Academy which is country to showcase their Diploma in Business Management (Modular) C- 6 months per module 22,000 purpose hall that is connected Diploma in Human Resource Management (Modular) C- 6 months per module 22,000 a strong force to reckon with in culture. It also embraces all Diploma Diploma in in Sales Business & Marketing Management (Modular) (Modular) C C- - 6 6 months months per per module module 21,000 22,000 to DStv. academics. It has a high num- religions without discrimi- Diploma Diploma in in Information Sales & Marketing Communication (Modular) Technology C C- - 6 6 months months per per module module 21,000 21,000 The institution has an ul- nation and takes students (DICT) Diploma (Modular) in Information Communication Technology C- 6 months per module 21,000 for academic trips in various Diploma (DICT) (Modular)in Entrepreneurship Development (Modular) C- 6 months per module 22,000 parts of the country. Diploma Diploma in in Social Entrepreneurship work and Community Development Development (Modular) C C- - 6 6 months months per per module module 22,000 22,000 Diploma in Community Health & Development C- 6 months per module 22,000 The institution has three Diploma in Social work and Community Development C- 6 months per module 22,000 Diploma Diploma in in Library Community and Information Health & Development Studies C C- - 2 6 years months per module 48,000 22,000 51- seater buses which are Diploma Diploma in in Early Library Childhood and Information Education Studies C C (Plain)/PI- 1 2 year years 18,000 48,000 used for ferrying students Diploma in Early Childhood Education Cert. C (Plain)/PI 1 year 18,000 during teaching practice and Certificate In Early Childhood Education D+/Cert. KNEC 1 year 15,000 when participating in co- Certificate In Early Childhood Education proficiency D+/ KNEC 1 year 15,000 curricular activities away INTERNATIONAL EXAMSproficiency (A.B.M.A / I.C.M) from the institution. There Certificate in Mass CommunicationINTER NATIONAL EXAM DS (A.B.M.A / I.C1 year.M) 38,000 are also two vans and a sim- DiplomaCertificate in Massin Mass Communication Communication C D (Minus) I1 l /year2 years 66,000 38,000 ilar number of utility vehi- Diploma in MassC CommunicationOMPUTER FRE NCH ARE FREE FOR ACL (Minus)L PROF ESS IO l/N2 AyearsL CO URSES 66,000 COMPUTER FRENCH ARE FREE FOR ALL PROFESSIONAL COURSES Modern Tuition Complex cles which are used to ferry ADMISSION IN PROGRESS - JANUARY 2017 INTAKE

goods to the institution. 12 EDUCATION NEWS january 11 - 23, 2017 mombasa coast Parents warned over child neglect By Hilton Mwabili The operation led by Mom- after barging into three video halls basa Assistant County Commis- in Mvita. arents in the county have sioner, Cecilia Mutwiri and Kenya The team visited Tudor been told to clamp down Film and Classification Board Re- Mwisho and Kaa Chonjo ar- Pon their children's unruly gional Manager in charge of Coast, eas. At Tudor Mwisho where behaviour or face prosecution for Boniventure Kioko, saw several the crackdown was launched at their bad actions. suspects arrested and a number around 9.30 am, they flushed out A senior Provincial Adminis- of gambling machines and video tens of underage children from tration official said there is a ten- show equipment confiscated. video rooms where they were dency by parents in the region to “It is shocking to see young watching films. neglect their children a lapse that children cramming in shanty mov- The children who had paid Authorities flush out youths has seen them engage in unproduc- ie and gambling joints early in the Sh5 to watch a Tanzanian Movie among them underage children morning yet parents cannot ques- titled Nguvu za Shetani - pow- tive activities including hard drugs from movie halls in Tudor area. kwale abuse, joining criminal gangs and tion it… Where do you think the ers of the devil, were whisked gambling. future lies for a child as young as away to their respective homes Photo/ Hilton Mwabili County allots This emerged as authorities two-year-old if he grows up watch- as Police apprehended operators embarked on a crackdown to stop ing pornography in the midst of of the video rooms and confis- gambling and unlawful video ignorant adults puffing away cigar- cated their equipment. Sh60m for shows in the region. rates and bhang?” posed Mutwiri poor Form kilifi lamu One students he County Government has 90 schools to get set a side Sh60 million as bur- TSC calls for upgrade saries for 560 needy but bright modern classrooms studentsT who are set to join Form One of school facilities this year, Education minister Munga lan International-Kenya The first phase of the pro- Mangale has disclosed. has launched a programme gramme which also involves ducation stakeholders in the Abdillahi also said several The CEC for Education said the government is committed to ensuring of constructing modern provision of equipment will be at county have been urged to schools in Lamu West Sub-County P scholarships are disbursed to second- classrooms in 90 Public schools Petanguo Primary School in Gan- Ehelp put up modern infra- have poor learning environment and ary school students from poor families in Kwale and Kilifi counties with ze Sub-County where a ground- structure in local schools. more particularly in Witu Division to enable them pursue education. financial support from the Global breaking ceremony was held re- Teachers Service Commission where pupils still sit on logs, stones He told Education News in his Affairs of Canada. cently. (TSC) County Director, Yusufu Ab- and dusty floors while in class- office in Kwale town recently that the move would enable many second- According to the NGO in- Plan International Country dillahi said this will enable pupils rooms. ary school students from poor back- volved in the children's welfare, Director Ms Carol Sherman said and students learn under conducive He attributed poor performance grounds in the county to continue pur- particularly in the Education sec- her organization is keen to ensure environment. in national examinations of schools sueing education without fail. tor, 40 schools have been selected all children access good quality Many schools in the region, he in the county to lack of essential Mangale disclosed that at least to benefit from the programme education in conducive environ- added, lack essential learning facili- learning facilities. 1,900 students in the region, from Form Two to Four, were awarded through an initiative dubbed 'Tu- ments. ties, thus forcing pupils and students - Tsozungu Kombe bursaries worth Sh103 million last linde Tusome.' - Kese Werugha to learn under poor environment. December. - Tsozungu Kombe tana river mombasa Director decries students' poor lamu Forum: Make Red flag raised performance in KCSE exams agriculture ‘Cool’ over boy-child’s ounty Director of Educa- tificate of Secondary Education to a mean grade of B- in 2016, an tion, Mohammed Sagara (KCSE) in the county was poorly issue that needs to be addressed for Youth education Chas urged parents in the performed and urgent measures urgently. He further claimed that layers in the Agriculture sec- region to encourage their school- should be taken by education some parents in the county are re- tor have been asked to invest top official has raised red going children to study hard in or- stakeholders to improve academic luctant to monitor how their chil- flag over the increasing der to post better results in national standards in the area. dren perform in their studies both in latest technology to help examinations. The county dropped from a at school and at home. attractP youths who are full of inno- Anumber of boys quitting school to become labourers. Sagara said 2016 Kenya Cer- mean grade of B+ in 2015 KCSE - Tsozungu Kombe vative ideas to propel the sector to Witu Education Officer, James greater heights. Akello said the figures are dwin- mombasa Participants at a forum in Mom- dling by the day and that there is basa said agriculture should be made need for quick interventions. Govt urged to employ more adult teachers attractive to the youth right from “Education of the boy-child in lecture rooms in the universities and the county seems to be in jeopardy he Government has been her office in Likoni recently said colleges to the actual farms. as more focus has now been shifted petitioned to post more many adult learners do not attend It emerged during the recent sec- towards promoting the girl-child’s Adult Education teachers lessons due to lack of teachers at ond Intergovernmental Consultative education,” he noted recently. T Most primary school boys are in the county to help end under- the literacy centres. Forum on Agriculture that majority staffing at the literacy centres. She urged youth who dropped of the youth in the country are reluc- quitting school to become casual labourers as coxswains, miraa ped- According to Likoni Sub- out of school to join the literacy tant to be involved in agriculture. dlers, touts and bodaboda riders. County Adult Education Officer, centres to enable them sit for Ke- Agriculture Cabinet Secretary, The situation is worst in Witu Fatuma Mwamzandi (pictured) nya Certificate of Primary Edu- Willy Bett conceded that majority Division with Akello stating that the area alone requires 16 addi- cation (KCPE) and Kenya Cer- of youths are out of the Agriculture the gap in the ratio of boys to girls tional Adult Education teachers. tificate of Secondary Education sector and said plans are in place to in any given public school in the Ms Mwamzandi who was (KCSE) exams. ensure youths are involved in agri- area is alarmingly too wide. speaking to Education News in - Tsozungu Kombe business. - Hilton Mwabili - Our Reporter january 11 - 23, 2017 EDUCATION NEWS 13 Kakamega Teachers Benevolent Fund holds 28th Annual AGM in style By Richard Shichangi

akamega Teachers Benevolent Fund (KTBF) recently held its K28th Annual General Meeting (AGM) in style during which members were urged to support the organization. The occasion was graced by education- ists and other dignitaries from the Coun- ty and beyond. In his speech, the Fund Chairman, Mr Maurice Okumu said the organization has endeavoured to perform at the optimum level to realize the needs and demands of its members. He appealed to them to increase their remittances in or- Maurice Okumu, KTBF Treasurer, Thaddeus Akhwesa, Mr Maurice Okumu and der to improve service delivery and also KTBF Chairman . Fund Secretary, Herbert Olocho. enable members fulfill the objectives of being a member of the Fund. He lamented that the Fund had experienced a downward trend in revenue collection, which he attributed to the industrial unrest pitting members against their employers which led to the em- ployer failing to submit remittances to the Fund. Massive retirement of members and Government failure to hire more teachers was also affecting the organization making it unable to discharge its mandate. Okumu, however, assured members that the Fund is on course and its major Mrs Kizili Otieno, Chief Guest. three functions that is education, medi- Kennedy Keya, IG Sacco Partrick Chungani, Knut cal and burial funds are operating well. Kakamega County Chairman. ing for the services that the insurance Chairman. The Fund has purchased a plot with- cannot provide. The Fund ensures that in Kakamega town, he said and urged Assistant chief guest. Mr Peter Muti- Also present was Knut Kakamega members and their family access edu- members to float ideas on how best they ti, the success of the Fund is measured County chairman, Mr Partrick Chungani cation by providing loans at affordable can utilize it. by the positive change of lives of Fund who said that the signed CBA of teachers rates and also ensures that members and Addressing members, the Fund Hon members. Mr Mutiti who is the Principal with the Government has pushed teach- their families are accorded decent burial secretary, Mr Herbert Olocho said that Lubinu Boys High School underscored ers’ grade upward by one rank. Invest which, he noted,was key mandate of the although membership of the organiza- the importance of the Fund saying that and Grow Chairman, Mr Kennedy Keya, Fund. tion is voluntarily its services are com- its meant to protect members from hush lauded the mutual relationship they have In his speech the Fund Treasure, Mr pulsory. He, called on the members who exposure they experience when hit by with the KTBF. Thaddeous Akhwesa said that the Fund are retiring to keep their membership so calamity. realized a total of Sh171.8 million in re- that the Fund can cushon them from any mittances last year as opposed to Sh183.3 eventuality that may befall them in their million collected in the previous year. retirement. He attributed the drop to teachers, He noted that the Fund is man- TSC salary dispute among other factors. aged by seventeen area representatives He said the medical support Fund has sourced from all electorate areas across comfortably taken root. the county plus Kakamega Central Knut During the occasion, the Chief Guest, Executive Secretary which form the ex- Mrs Milly Kizili Otieno lauded the man- ecutive committee that steers the welfare agement team of the Fund for their pru- of the Fund on behalf of the members. dent and sound financial management He however observed that the Fund has skills which they have exhibited by steer- more than 10,000 members mainly from ing the Fund to achieve its objective. Kakamega and Vihiga counties and oth- She called on them to expand on their ers who hail from the region and are products to ensure sufficient flow of cash working elsewhere which gives the Fund in the organization. Mrs O tieno who is a national outlook. the Railway Training Institute Director The organisation makes sure their urged teachers to embrace tertiary and members get best medical services by technical schools, adding tha they pro- providing transport assistance to and duce personnel with skills that are in high from the medical facilities and also pay- demand in the local labour market. Members following the event. 14 education news january 11 - 23, 2017 machakos eastern embu Another milestone for Teachers, students celebrate University of Embu as first Chancellor is installed excellent KCSE exam grades t was a historic milestone college of the University of Nai- for the University of Embu robi (UoN). By Makoma Musyoka Irecently when it officially Speaking after his introduc- introduced its first ever Chan- tion, Prof Wambua urged the tudents and staff of cellor, Paul Wambua. Exchequer to consider revising schools in the county continue to celebrate after Prof Wambua, an Associate the funding allocated to pub- S Professor of Law at the Univer- lic universities if they were to achieving outstanding results in their 2016 KCSE examinations. sity of Nairobi was installed late survive the onslaught by mush- A little known Katwaanya last year in a colourful ceremony rooming private universities. Secondary School in Matungu- graced by academicians, profes- He said universities were lu Sub-County recorded one of sionals, Embu political leaders facing a challenging time due to the most impressive improve- and residents. increased competition for stu- ments in the County, producing The inauguration followed dents, performance and slashed a student with an A-minus [74 awarding of a charter to the in- funding. points], outshining some top stitution, formerly a constituent - Kamundia Muriithi schools. Speaking during an inter- Teachers and students of Tala Girls High School carry view at the school, Alfred Nzi- Agnes Sagini, 17 shoulder-high after she scored an A- oka, 19, who scored an A- grade said he was confident of excel- of 74 points. The school's Principal Esther Mulwa says ling. her school performs well. Photo/Makoma Musyoka “We worked as a team and teachers prepared us well versity entry requirement. enough in addition to support Principal of Machakos Boys from our parents,” he told Edu- High School Masaku Muia said cation News, adding that his 161 students are expected to ambition is to become an engi- join public universities out of neer in future. the 221 who sat the examina- The school’s Principal, Pat- tions. rick Mwongela, attributed the Tala Girls High School good results to dedication, hard which was elevated to centre work and commitment from of excellence three years ago, students, teachers and support recorded an impressive perfor- from parents. mance with one A- . Ndalani The school has fitted CCTV Secondary School also posted in classrooms and compounds an A-minus. Kangundo High School Prof Paul Wambua, University of Embu Chancellor to monitor the students’ ac- speaking during his installation ceremony. tivities and improved discipline Alfred Nzioka Principal Bernard Malonza said among students. one student scored an A- of 78 Photo/Kamundia Muriithi Meanwhile, Machakos Boys each of the schools a total of 15 points and vowed to restore the High School and Machakos Girls students each with A-. glory of the school widely con- meru High School also emerged new Machakos Girls High School sidered a sleeping giant. embu academic giants following their Principal Lucy Mugandi said 75 Another surprise perfor- stunning performances in last per cent of the 227 candidates mance came from Misyani Girls Schools told to year's KCSE exams. who sat for the examinations School in Kangundo which had Varsity resettles focus on better The two schools pulled a sur- scored a mean grade of above four A-minus grades. prise performance after posting C+, currently the minimum Uni- 170 squatters results here was a marked drop in eru University of Sci- the number of straight As in meru ence and Technology the county in 2016 KCSE ex- M(MUST) has resettled Tams. It dropped from 16 in 2015 to about 170 squatters living on its two last year. landfor years. Meru National Poly makes history Moi High School, Mbiruri pro- The families agreed to move duced the only two As as other aca- eru National Polytech- to the 38 acre land given by the demic giants trailed with A-s. nic made history when university’s administration from Nduhiu Ian Nderi and Raymond Mit recently held its its 1,200 acres of land in Nchiru, Muli carried the flag of the institu- first ever graduation ceremony Tigania West. tion high when they scored 81 points as a National Polytechnic. The Vice-Chancellor, Japhet Mag- and were closely trailed by Kaluma institution was elevated into a ambo said the administration Josphat who posted a strong A- of 80 National Polytechnic early last year. wanted the squatters to move out points. The ceremony marked with of the compound since it was not However, Secondary School pomp and colour saw 968 stu- advisable for them as civilians to Principals have been asked to accept dents, awarded Diplomas and stay with students, lecturers and the KCSE results as they are and Certificates in various fields other staff in one compound. work on ways to achieve better scores they had majored in during their “It was a good ending as the in future exams. training. squatters had had long disputes ACK Diocese of Mbeere Bishop The event graced by a Kenya with the administration, we gave Rev Moses Masamba and Mbeere Police Band from Kiganjo Po- eachSh164,000 to start a new life,” South Secondary School Association lice Training College was led by the VC told the media recently. Chairman, Moshe Musyoka said it the institute’s Principal, Geof- Eng. Joseph Ndereve, Meru National Polytechnic Area MP David Kariithi ap- was pointless continuing lamenting frey Rukunja and Board of Gov- Board of Governors Chairman in a jovial mood after ernors (BOG) Chairman, Eng. preciated the University for ensur- about the poor performance. receiving the Polytechnic Order from TVET Director ing that the community co-exists Masamba comforted students Joseph Gitonga Ndereba. Bashir Mursal (left). Looking on is the Principal The guest of honour was Di- peacefully and advised the squat- who performed poorly that all was not Geoffrey Rukunja. Photo/Titus Murithi rector of Technical and Vocation- ters to invest in quality seeds for lost as they could consider repeating al Education Training (TVET), tary, Dr. Fred Matiang’i. Kenya CEO John Muraguri also graced good produce that will empower school or pursue courses starting from Mr Bashir Mursal, who repre- University and Colleges Central the occasion. them economically. certificates and diplomas in their areas sented Education Cabinet Secre- Placement Service (KUCCPS) - Titus Murithi - Our Reporter of interest. - Kamundia Muriithi january 11 - 23, 2017 education news 15 murang’a central nyeri Students celebrate exam results, set to join universities

By Joseph Mukubwa will join university since they got above C+ which is the pass mark. The school Parents of Moi enyatta Mahiga High School got a mean score of 8.74. Primary School candidate who was admitted to The school Principal, Mary in Gatanga Sub- hospital in October after drink- Wang'ombe said it was due to unity, County outside K ing ethanol is among those set to join hard work and discipline that led to the the school university. Denis Mahianyu, 16 scored school performing well last year. compound C+ of 51 points in 2016 KCSE exams. At Othaya Boys, 147 students out after being The candidate almost lost his eye- of 220 will join university with a mean locked out by sight in October after drinking ethanol score of 7.33 while at Karima Boys the authorities. during a Chemistry practical lesson. 105 out of 162 students will also join Photo/ James He scored C plain in English, Kiswa- University with a mean score of 7.27. Wakahiu hili C+, Mathematics C-, Biology B, Other schools included St Mary Chemistry C+, History B, CRE B- and Boys, 80 boys will join university since Agriculture C+. they scored above C+ where the school At Bishop Gatimu Ngandu Girls, got a mean score of 8.18. 251 students will join university since Nyeri High School also got a mean Govt acts tough, directs Head they got above C+ with a mean score of score of 8.413 with 204 out of 235 stu- 9.05 becoming the second best school dents scoring more than C+. Others are in the county. Kanjuri Boys High School in Mathira teacher to refund school fees At the same time, 186 out of 200 Constituency which had a mean score students at Mahiga Girls High School of 8.50. By James Wakahiu have collected from the parents,” about a cartel-like behaviour, where said the DCDE. old parents are denied vacancies to atanga Deputy County Di- Parents and pupils of the school have their younger children join the rector of Education, James in Gatanga Sub-County had a rude school. GKoigi has banned fees and shock on the first day of the term “The rest of us have to pay an levies charged by a public school in when they were locked out of the average of Sh10,000 per term as Thika and ordered the Head teacher school by the authorities who had Academic Fund and Feeding Pro- to refund all moneys collected from employed services of armed police gramme,” he added. parents. officers. The school Head teacher, Wil- He also halted feeding pro- The bone of contention was a liam Kamau declined to comment gramme at Moi Primary School and dispute that arose after the school’s on the levies charged to parents, asked each parent to arrange how cateress was dismissed without the saying he was not aware of such their kids would have their meals at authority of the parents and com- payments. school. plaints that the school management Koigi, however, said the action Mr Koigi said it is against gov- has been extorting money from par- to charge such exorbitant levies dis- ernment policy for any public pri- ents who are enrolling their children advantaged children from poor fam- mary school to charge fees or levies there. ilies as none of them could afford to Moses Nduati of Kagumo High School celebrates without authorization from Educa- According to George Kinya, a be admitted to the school. with his family members after he scored an A of 81 tion Cabinet Secretary. parent in the school for the last seven “There is no school in Kenya points. “What has been happening here years, new parents in the school have known as ‘Public-Private’. This is is illegal and I immediately order the been turned into cash cows. unacceptable and meant to make Board of Management (BOM) of “They are forced to pay Sh45,000 the school an exclusive members’ kiambu this school to stop it forthwith and admission fee which in the first place club for the rich,” he stated. immediately refund all money they is never receipted. This has brought Varsities told to play active roles in sports muranga nyandarua abinet Secretary for Sports, He made the remarks while offi- Culture and Arts, Hassan ciating at the commencement of the CWario has challenged Uni- 10th edition of the Eastern Africa Maragua needy students Joy as Milangine versities in the region to play an ac- University Games (EAUG) recently. tive role in sporting activities. The Sports CS urged universities to get Sh6m tuition fees Youth Poly He said while Kenya is re- tap into the inherent potential of the nowned worldwide as a powerhouse youth so as to foster faster regional aragua Constituency Bur- Youth Centre, the legislator said graduates 247 in athletics, there was little or no sig- integration. sary Fund has released he is committed to promoting nificant contribution from universi- The East Africa University MSh6 million to help needy education and enabling children ilangine Youth Poly- ties. Games attracted participation from students pay their tuition fees for from poor backgrounds to access technic has witnessed “Apart from churning out schol- 35 universities, in an event that was first term this year. learning without disruption. the graduation of 247 ars and researchers, there is need organized under the theme: Region- Member of Parliament, Pe- Kamande said the beneficiaries M into the job market. for universities to also venture into al Sports for Health, Unity, Peace ter Mwangi explained the money include students in secondary, ter- The institution’s Technical sporting activities and go beyond and Academic Excellence. was allocated before the start of tiary and universities who are iden- Director, Francis Karitu while academics,” said Dr Wario. - Patrick Amunavi the term to avoid children being tified by local bursary committees, talking to Education News on chased from school due to fees. adding: “They come from the Con- phone, reiterated the commit- Issuing cheques to benefit stituency’s 34 Sub-locations”. ment of the Board of Manage- nyeri over 2,000 students at Maragua - Kage Njoroge ment in producing high quality courses that focus on the Vision 2030 goal of industrial growth Kagumo TTC launches new and emancipation. Karitu looks forward for programme for teachers onward placement of the graduands, who were mainly in the agumo Teachers Training thanked the Ministry of Education fields of metal fabrication, build- College (TTC) is set to dou- for allowing the institution to run a ing technology, hairdressing and ble its contribution in the pro- school-based programme which he beauty, fashion and design and K duction of the much needed human said is a golden opportunity for stu- I.C.T, either in self-employment resource in the teaching service with dents wishing to pursue a course in paradigms or in the National and the roll out of school-based teacher teacher education. County governments. development programme. “We encourage qualified students The graduation ceremony The college started the pro- to enroll in this programme,” he said was attended by among others, gramme, which is also aimed at during the college’s 32nd graduation County Education Executive generating income for the institution, ceremony held recently, where 341 member, Peter Macharia, a gu- following the approval by Ministry students graduated among them 140 bernatorial aspirant, Dr Simon of Education. The ministry granted women and 201 men. Kanyingi, Chief County Officer, the college authority to initiate the Education Cabinet Secretary, Dr Charity Maina and a writer, Hen- programme in December 2015 with Fred Matiang’i and Principal Secre- Maragua MP Peter Mwangi giving bursary cheques which ry ole Kulet. an initial intake of 79 students in tary, Belio Kipsang also attended the will benefit over 2000 students from the region. - Meru Mathenge various subject combinations. ceremony. Photo/Kage Njoroge Principal, Ronald Githua - Joseph Mukubwa 16 education news DECember 2 -15, 2016 EASTERN Varsity Bulletin Education News january 11 - 23, 2017 The PLATFORM FOR HIGHER EDUCATION Maseno University, County ink deal to establish cancer centre By Erick Nyayiera The Governor made the remarks contributes enormously to the growth during Maseno University’s 16th Grad- of this region,” he said. aseno University and uation Ceremony where 2,990 grad- Prof Nyabundi outlined that lack Kisumu County Govern- uands were conferred with various De- of funds had made it difficult for the Mment have partnered to es- grees, Diplomas and Certificates. Also university to expand and exploit its full tablish a cancer centre in the lakeside present at the ceremony were Kisumu potential, noting that the institution had town. Senator, Prof Anyang Nyong’o, Chan- contributed immensely to the academic Governor Jack Ranguma dis- cellor, Michael Joseph and Vice-Chan- and key developments in the Western closed the county is working together cellor Prof. Julius Nyabundi. region for a long time. with the institution’s Faculty of Medi- The management of the university Higher Education Principal Secre- cine to set up the centre to save local appealed to the National and County tary, Prof Collette Suda while address- residents from the hassle of traveling governments to consider additional ing the graduands noted that the funding long distances to seek medical atten- financial assistance to the institution, challenge was a matter that affected all tion. noting that it was an integral part of the universities and that it was not unique Local residents have had to seek regions development. to Maseno University alone. cancer treatments in far-flung towns Dr. Joseph said the varsity was go- She challenged universities on the like Eldoret or at Kenyatta National ing through challenges in its operation need to build and strengthen linkages Hospital, the oldest hospital in Kenya, owing to underfunding by the State yet with stakeholders and other develop- built to fulfill the role of a National there was a lot of work and development agencies for infrastructural devel- Referral and Teaching Hospital. ment it needs to roll out to assist stu- opments. Ranguma said the facility will dents and the community at large. “The onus is with the university accord the university opportunity “We appeal to the National Govern- managements to exploit honest av- for research in the Health sector, ment to consider upscaling the finan- enues and engage with other partners Dr Michael Joseph, Maseno University chancellor Science and innovation and would be cial support to the university to enable and relevant agencies that can support conferring a PHD graduand at a recent graduation instrumental in assisting residents and us efficiently run our programmes and the infrastructural establishments as the ceremony at the institution. people from Western and other parts of accord the best to the students includ- government strives to address the mat- Nyanza region. ing the community since the university ter,” said Prof Suda. State plans to launch Varsities urged to get Sports scholarships Kenas accreditation By Our Reporter Dr Matiang’i was speaking at By Hilton Mwabili are sub-standard in that they are universities to summon courage Jomo Kenyatta University of Agri- yet to acquire (Kenas) certifica- and strive to achieve the stan- ducation Cabinet Secretary, culture and Technology (JKUAT), ublic universities have been tion for their systems to meet the dards since “Education is never Fred Matiang’i has hintedat during the closing of the 10th Edi- asked to improve the state stipulated international standards. expensive.” plans by the government to in- tion of the Eastern Africa University Pof laboratories and obtain Mr Rotich who was address- “Those which will surpass E accreditation for them as the ing delegates at the 8th Regional the standards and attain the certi- troduce Sports scholarships. Games (EAUG) held at the institu- He said his ministry plans to un- tion last month. Government scales up standards Metrology Conference in Mom- fication will instill confidence in dertake the action in collaboration As the Games came to an end, of education in the institutions. basa, disclosed that only 13 Sci- both local and international stan- with Ministry of Sport, Culture and Ndejje University of Uganda retained The institutions will also be ence laboratories have been ac- dard of their products,” he stated. the Arts in a bid to promote the level the title as the regional champions. required to employ qualified per- credited but they lack qualified The cost for accreditation is of competition in sports and enhance In keeping with the theme of the sonnel in accordance with Kenya personnel. Sh3 million. “Developing these a good sporting environment in the games: “Regional Sports for Health, Accreditation Service (Kenas) In the light of this, he ob- capabilities is a very costly af- country. Unity, Peace and Academic Excel- requirements. served that University education fair and also a competing in- “I will work with my counterpart, lence”, the CS acknowledged that The Director of Kenya Bu- in the country suffers from the terest but it’s very important Dr Hassan Wario (Cabinet Secretary, the games provided the requisite plat- reau of Standards Metrological effect of “too many square pegs to have university labs acquire Ministry of Sports, Culture and the form to spread the gospel of regional Department, Henry Rotich said in round holes”, adding that the recognition by the Kenya Na- Arts) to come up with a Sports Schol- integration and to nurture peace and the requirements are aimed at subsequent gaps need to be filled tional Accreditation Services,” arship Programme starting from the unity in the region. bolstering the standards in the if they are to be at par with the in- he said. next Financial Year as a way of de- Commission for University Edu- country starting with institutions ternational lab systems. Kenas is a member of in- veloping and harnessing sports tal- cation (CUE), Chief Executive Of- of higher learning. Even though Rotich con- ternational forum and Interna- ents in the country,” he said. ficer, Prof David Some lauded the He said majority of labora- ceded that the process is “quite tional Laboratory Accreditation East Africa University tories in local Public universities expensive” he encouraged local Co-operation. Sports Federation for introducing the games as a way of nurturing young talents in the region. Peris Tongi (centre) “Athletes from our with daughters Clare university could eas- Kerongo (left) and ily form our national Martha Kerongo after sides if their talents they graduated from are developed and Technical University nurtured,” he said, cit- of Kenya. Over 1,800 ing the United States students were awarded of America whose 46 Diplomas and Degrees per cent of Olympic during the institution’s athletes came from Education CS Dr Fred Matiangi presents the 4th graduation institutions of higher ceremony recently. overall winner’s trophy to Ndejje University, learning. as Prof. Mabel Imbuga, VC JKUAT (far left) Photo/Stephen Maranga looks on. Photo/Patrick Amunavi january 11 - 23, 2017 education news 17 varsity bulletin UASU: Suspend new varsity funding system

committee comprising VCs and Se- The model should also cushion students from involved as required by the law. nior Ministry of Education officials at poor backgrounds,” noted K’Olale. The new UASU officials also called for re- Jogoo House, cannot be implemented Wasonga warned that UASU will not agree structuring of CUE, noting in its current form, it before it is subjected to public debate. to the idea of lecturers teaching Arts courses is simply an ‘employers’ club’ and had failed to The new funding system “proposes earning less than those teaching Science cours- maintain good standards in universities because the use of a standard objective formula es. The union will also oppose plans by each it does not listen to any views apart from those that will ensure equity in allocation of university to do its own selection as captured of university administrators. funds to universities and constituent in the Universities Act 2012 by leader of Ma- “Major university unions are not repre- colleges based on a standard rate per jority in the National Assembly, Aden Duale. It sented in CUE and it does not listen to diver- course. maintains that this role remain with the Kenya gent views that can help improve university Under the new arrangement, stu- Universities and Colleges Central Placement education. The Commission has been churn- dents pursuing Sciences will pay more Service (KUCCPS), to ensure fairness. ing out policies that do not meet international Prof Muga K’Olale, tuition fees compared to those studying As a priority, Prof K’Olale said the union standards,” noted Cyprian Ombati, one of the UASU National Chairman Arts and Humanities. Lecturers will also is keen to revive talks on the Collective Bar- UASU National Trustees. gaining Agreement (CBA), covering 2013 to On corruption in public universities, K’Olale By Stephen Makabila draw salaries based on the courses they teach, with those in the Arts department earning 2017. He called on Education Cabinet Secre- noted most universities had no substantive Deputy tary, Dr Fred Matiangi to convene a meeting Vice-Chancellors (DVCs) in charge of Adminis- he Government has been asked to sus- less than those teaching Engineering, Medicine between UASU and the Inter-Public Univer- tration and Finance, thus leaving loopholes for the pend implementation of the proposed or other Science-based courses. sity Councils Consultative Forum (IPUCCF), vice to grow. ‘Differentiated Unit Cost’ system in Pub- The newly constituted University Fund is T expected to release the new fees structure, ush- for negotiations on the agreement. “We know most universities are doing busi- lic universities until the policy has been subject- “We want the highest paid lecturer who nesses with politicians who protect some senior ed to public debate. Universities are set to begin ering in the first review of the tuition fees system is a full Professor to earn Sh1.5 million while university administrators. We had proposed to the implementing the new system this year. for Public universities which has remained un- the lowest paid lecturer, Assistant Lecturer, Sh Ministry of Education two months ago that VCs The Universities Academic Staff Union changed for two decades. 350,000. The CBA is already late with seven be transferred just like High School Principals to (UASU) also wants the Commission of Uni- UASU’s position now puts it on a war path months to expire and has therefore to be back- reduce corruption and tribalization of leadership versity Education (CUE) restructured and Vice- with VCs who have been supporting the new dated to July 1, 2013,” noted K’olale. in our universities,” he said. Chancellors (VCs) of Public universities re- system, who have insisted that it promotes eq- He promised a bruising battle with the Gov- Wasonga noted while new measures intro- shuffled as a way of dealing with the problem of uity in the funding of all Public universities. ernment and is ready to present a new CBA for duced by Matiang’i to ensure transparency in corruption and tribal politics at these institutions “Prof Francis Aduol, the VC of Technical 2017- 2021 by July this year. appointment of VCs were welcome and a step of higher learning. University of Kenya (TUK) and Chair of the The union leadership has also warned the in the right direction, some powerful political The newly elected UASU Chairman, Prof hybrid committee confirmed to us that he has Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC) forces out to secure tenders in some universi- Muga K’Olale and Secretary-General, Dr Con- already handed the document to the Ministry of to stop wasting time on its ongoing job evalua- ties were silently fighting the changes. stantine Wasonga said the policy document Education. We want the ministry to know that tion for lecturers, saying the process would not which will determine fee structures in public any funding model adopted by the Government be recognized by UASU because it has not been universities from 2017 and prepared by a hybrid should not adversely affect incomes of lecturers. Frankmatt unveils exciting Back-to-School offers By Richard Shichangi

t’s that time of year again. With the back-to-school frenzy continuing, re- Itailers have to stay on their toes – ensuring great pricing, availability of sought- after brands and a comprehensive range to meet the needs of students. Frankmatt Supermarket has after a successful roll out of exciting Christmas offers All forms of stationery and school Exercise Books School shoes to its esteemed customers at its outlets in textbooks Mumias, Nambale, Busia and Sabatia in Butere Sub-County, the retail has once again beaten the rest, offering affordable alternatives of school related products for boys and girls. The retail chain’s proprietor, Francis Maingi said products on offer during the ongoing campaign christened “Back to School Bags School” and which runs until January 20 are school related and affordable to parents. Frankmatt Restaurant The supermarket, he points out, is giving out incentives like geometrical sets and will leave satisfied having received all they ball pens among others to customers buying want under one roof plus free offer on top. school bags, mattresses, school shoes and He reiterated that the offer announced ear- other stationeries like books and duplicat- lier of 5 per cent discount on furniture in all ing papers. the supermarket’s outlets are also still on until Mr Maingi said soft drinks also attract January 20 and urged customers to come for The Frankmatt business the offer. He called on his customers to high quality goods and services that are of- Towels, blankets and innerwear, stable-all-in-one that includes check in any of the above outlets and they fered by the chain of supermarket. assortement of open shoes supermarket, Restaurant & including slippers Bakery & Agrovet. 18 Education News january 11 - 23, 2017 baringo rift valley kericho Pokot celebrates top girl the traditional way By Alfred Kimosop faced myriad challenges affect- land. The first born in the family of ing education among them Female four was also dressed with tradi- he little known Chemolingot Genital Mutilation (FGM) and early tional beads and blessed by old men A Kenya Revenue Authority Commissioner, Mr Jonah town in Tiaty Sub-County is marriages. holding twigs of a special tree while Cheruiyot, Konza City MD, John Tanui, Nyayo Tea Zone Tin the spotlight after produc- Phoebe joined members of the sprinkling her with water as tens of MD Peter Korir and National Cereals and Produce Board ing the best girl in the County in the community to celebrate the superb villagers nodded to the blessings. MD, Newton Terer during a funds drive for Moi Sitotwet recently released Kenya Certificate performance in style after the release Phoebe attributed the success to Secondary School, Ainamoi Constituency. of Secondary Education (KCSE) of the results. Celebrations involved sheer hard work, determination and exam results. mothers dusting off their traditional prayers to God and told Education Jovial Phoebe Jepkemei Lok- beads while men armed themselves News that her dream was to pursue wee defied all odds to score a with customary chairs. a course in medicine, joining the list Schools warned against arbitrary straight A of 82 points regenerat- The village slaughtered a goat of young girls in the community ing hope to the girl-child education in respect of Phoebe’s results which who have topped in the field. expansion of facilities in the area. The Constituency has had not been realized in the Pokot chools have been asked to op- “School managers should con- erate within their scope and centrate on offering quality educa- Sstop arbitrary expansion of tion and not quantity that has seen learning facilities to accommodate some of the schools expand to more students. between five and 10 streams per National Cereals and Produce class,” he said. Board (NCPB) Managing Director, Addressing students and parents Newton Terer noted with concern of Moi Sitotwet Secondary School in that some school managers have Ainamoi Constituency recently, Ter- resorted to creating more streams a er observed that top schools in coun- move that have constrained existing ty are posting poor performance in facilities. national exams due to overstretched Terer who is a Board of Gover- learning facilities. nors member in one of the schools He advised the school managers Phoebe Lokwee with several streams in the county and administrators to instead utilize celebrating her said over expansion not only over- endowed resources to improve the performance with budens parents, but contributes to existing facilities and for the sake parents and the decline of performances in na- quality education. community. Photo/ tional examination. - Ken Langat Alfred Kimosop narok nakuru nandi Integrate learners living with County unveils Students give ultimatum over bursary disability in schools Sh4.7m plan inistry of Education has Dr. Sankok said it makes it hard to boost ECDE section of students from the ciation (NCSA) claim that since de- been petitioned to inte- for them to mingle freely, saying in- county learning in Eldoret volved units came into place in 2013, Mgrate learners living with tegration would boost self-esteem of enrolment Atown wants to know where they have never benefited from the disability in normal Public schools. those with disabilities while chang- funds allocated for bursaries go to as bursary funds from the County gov- National Council of Persons ing the perception of the able-bodied he County Government they don’t benefit. ernment. with Disabilities (NCPWD) Chair- about the disabled. plans to spend Sh4.7 million They gave the County Govern- The Association’s Secretary man, David ole Sankokwho was He said Collins Tindika man- Ton feeding programme in all ment an ultimatum to explain the Kipchumba Ruto and Chairman speaking when he hosted bright pu- aged to score 404 marks in KCPE Early Childhood Development and beneficiaries of the funds failure to Brian wondered where millions of pils with disabilities who performed despite having a visual impairment Education (ECDE) centres this fi- which they will take unspecified ac- shillings allocated for bursaries have well in KCPE at Osim Country and will be admitted to Nyandarua nancial year. tions. been going to yet none of them has Lodge recently, said taking learners Boys, a national High School. The Director for Education, Mil- The students under the umbrella benefited. with disabilities to special schools - Staff Reporter licent Yugi said the programme which of Nandi County Students Asso- - Wasike Elvis amounted to discrimination. has been ongoing has boosted nutrition especially in children from poor turkana trans NZOIA families who have also increased enrolment and class attendance. She said the county has invested Matiang’i lauded for heavily in making early childhood education a success. credible exam results “We have been implementing various programmes especially in in- ducation Cabinet reason why he was doing frastructure development to revamp Secretary, Fred so,” he added. all ECDE centres in the county,” she EMatiangi’ has been He said the CS has said, adding the County Government applauded for undertaking streamlined the Education has established over 450 centres. exemplary reforms in the sector, adding this will im- To ensure the ECDE centres of- sector. prove education standards fer quality education, the county has Political leaders from in the country and allow been providing learning materials to the County led by Saboti transparency and credibil- all public centres. MP, David Lazaro, said ity to thrive in institutions Last year, the county budgeted they support the CS and of learning. Sh2.5 million for learning and other urged other Cabinet Secre- He urged teachers, aiding materials in all centres in the taries to follow suit. parents, leaders and other county. “At first, I was opposed stakeholders to support - Munene Maina Pupils learning under a tree in Turkana. The sorry state of infrastructure to Dr Matiangi’s stand on Matiangi. in Kenya’s primary and secondary schools have been blamed for poor prayer days and school vis- - Osborn Ben performance in national examinations and co-curriculum activities. its but now I clearly see the january 11 - 23, 2017 Education News 19 E/MARAKWET rift valley uasin gishu west pokot 80,000 teachers Newly employed 600 Kerio teachers may not trained on Digital teachers report to resume work over insecurity Programme work eputy President William By Dennis Bett Ruto has said that 80,000 he newly employed teach- Dteachers have been trained ers posted by the Teach- t least 600 teachers work- in readiness for the Digital Literacy Ters Service Commission ing in 40 schools in the Programme. He said this will make (TSC) to the county have started Avolatile Kerio Valley may teaching of Information Technology reporting to their respective sta- not resume duty as schools reopen in schools viable. tions. for the 2017 first term. “This programme will revolu- Education News found that Kenya National Union of tionize the process of learning in this West Pokot Sub-County Director Teachers (Knut) Marakwet branch country and put our children to be at of Education, Solomon Buyela Executive Secretary, John Cheberi par with their counterparts in other who also acts as South Pokot Sub- said the teachers will not report to nations," he said. County Director receiving some work until security is restored. Speaking in Kesses recently, of the new teachers. Speaking to the press in Kap- Ruto said the Jubilee Administration “Most of the new teachers sowar town, he said that teachers will ensure that every Standard One were eager to reach their new cannot risk their lives working in pupil is in possession of a laptop. stations as early as possible,” he the Valley where deadly clashes "This is a digital era and we want said. Mr Buyela congratulated the have persisted since March last our children to be conversant with it teachers and asked them to adhere year. no matter their financial background to TSC Code of Regulations as The warning that teachers will for Kenya to attain Vision 2030, " he they discharge their duties. stay away from schools comes af- Fredrick Ndambuki, County Commissioner during a said. - Wasike Elvis - Martin Ruto Dennis Bett. ter series of night attacks that led to recent event in Iten town. Photo/ the killing of two people and steal- bomet ing of two motorcycles. their children to schools since equate security will be provided in “How will teachers travel to teachers will not be available until schools for smooth learning pro- Angry parents eject Head schools when criminals are target- when calm is restored. The gov- cess. ing travelers in the entire area? Any ernment should act very swiftly He said the government has teacher over poor results teacher who will go to school will to bring back the calm in this area deployed police officers to offer be doing so at his/her own risk,” which we have experienced blood- 24-hour security to all schools in here was drama recently at Ser- that the school performance have been Cheberi said. shed,” he added. the volatile Valley as institutions gutiet Primary School as angry deteriorating since the head teacher parents stormed the school and was posted there. He called on TSC to He added that the incessant at- However, the County Com- re-open, adding that all vehicles T ejected the Head teacher over poor intervene and transfer him. tacks have made the area inhabit- missioner Fredrick Ndambuki has carrying students will be offered performance in national exams. However, the Head teacher, able for both teachers and pupils. assured teachers and parents in the security escorts. The irate parents carrying plac- Onesmus Chirchir said he would not “We urge parents not to send bandit-prone Kerio Valley that ad- ards and twigs forced their way to the mind leaving the school but would Head teacher’s office and forced him not want to be moved forcefully. He out and locked the office, saying they said he would not accept the blame uasin gishu baringo nandi do not trust him to teach their kids due yet he had only been at the school for to poor results posted last year. one year. County sponsors Samuel Korir, one of the parents KCPE top boy ECDE Matiang'i, who led the demonstration alleged - Staff Reporter he County Government has also teachers set Magoha praised nakuru awarded a scholarship to Phen- Tice Kipruto, a boy who benefited to form union for credible exam from a four-year Co-operative Bank Kenya scholarship through the gover- Top student attributes nor's initiative. Phenice a bright but needy student arly Childhood De- ducation Cabinet Secre- success to hard work from Cheptabach, Megun Ward scored velopment Educa- tary, Dr Fred Matiangi 389 marks in the 2016 Kenya Certificate tion (ECDE) teachers and Kenya National hege Johnson Richu from would perform well. ``I had no of Primary Education (KCPE). He was E E called to join Chewoiyet High School, in the County are now set Examinations Council (KNEC) Elburgon Secondary School doubt that I would do well. Good in Kapenguria in West Pokot County. to form a union to fight for Chairman Prof George Magoha Csaid hard work, commit- co-operation from teachers and fel- Speaking to Education News re- their rights. have been praised for credible ment, teamwork and obedience at- low students contributed to my suc- cently on behalf of Governor Jackson The union would also exam results realized in primary tributed to his excellent performance cess,’’ affirmed the ecstatic student. Mandago, County Sports and Youth Af- push for their recognition as and secondary schools. in 2016 Kenya Certificate of Sec- Chege would like to pursue fairs Chief Officer, Eunice Kerich said, the County government observed equity key players in the future of Kenya Union of Post Pri- ondary Education examinations. a degree in Medicine at Kenyatta in the distribution of resources. education in the County. mary Education Teachers’ Chege scored an A minus of 77 University. The school’s Principal, - Wasike Elvis This follows the fact (KUPPET) branch Executive points, emerging the top candidate Mr James Mungai lauded the stu- that teachers currently un- Secretary, Paul Rotich applaud- at the school. However, he tied with dents for their sterling performance. der County Government ed the role played by the two in Ng'ang'a Maina with similar points. - John Njoroge cannot join the giant Kenya curbing leakage in both Kenya Chege, 17, said he knew he National Union of Teachers Certificate of Primary Educa- (KNUT) as they had earlier tion (KCPE) and Kenya Cer- contemplated. tificate of Secondary Education Chege Johnson Ms Lucy Kirui, a veteran (KCSE) examinations. Richu,the top candidate at ECDE teacher with a Bach- Rotich who was speaking Elburgon Secondary elors degree in Early Child- in his office said though the School is lifted hood Development and a release of the results caught ev- shoulder high by champion of the new union eryone unawares, it was a move fellow students said that a positive revolu- which ensured students get the after the release of tion in the sector is set to real marks based on their abili- 2016 KCSE results. Eunice Kerich, Sports and kick off in the county fol- ties unlike previously where He scored an A Youth Affairs Chief Officer lowing the decision. they were assisted. minus of 77 points. handing over the scholarship - Jeremiah Chamakany -Judy Chepcheng Photo/John Njoroge to Phenice Kipruto. 20 Education News january 11 - 23, 2017 Chuka University expands its ICT facilities to boost automation By Tindi Kuchio

huka University has pro- cured Microsoft Dynamics Clive software (Navision) that has greatly enhanced the automation of most of its services. This has in turn led to the re- structuring and expansion of the university’s Information and Com- munications Technology (ICT) network and the implementation of an Integrated Management Infor- mation System (IMIS), commonly known as Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system. The expansion of the network has provided internet access to all parts of the university and wireless hotspots where students can access Prof. Reuben Nasibi, Chairman Prof. Kabiru Kinyanjui, Prof. Erastus Njoka, internet and other services. Students University Council University Chancellor University Vice - Chancellor are now able to use their personal laptops, outside the computer labo- used for studies in Physics. The facil- ness Studies. The building houses the ious organizations occupying the ratories, to access the internet. The ity is only found in Chuka in Kenya, library which provides students and building will be used to finance a wireless hotspots enable students Egypt and South Africa in the whole staff with access to an extensive range number of university projects and do research even at night when the of African continent. of information reference resources to operations. internet bandwidth is unlimited. Njoka urged Kenyans to begin enhance their academic work. The li- The institution of higher learn- According to the university’s taking samples of whatever kind for brary has a sitting capacity of 500 at ing has started developing its 500 Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Erastus specialized analysis at Chuka Univer- a time. acres of land located in Kairini. Njoka, a number of high precision sity’s advanced laboratories instead The university has also completed A Research/Administration machines for practical training in of incurring unnecessary expenses the construction of a Media Studio building is currently being erected science courses have been acquired and wasting time in seeking similar and Business and Student Recreation at Kairini farm. Under the corpo- notably; the Atomic Absorption services abroad. Centre. The building will house of- rate social responsibility, the uni- Spectrophotometer, Protein Ana- “Our aim as a university is to work fices for student leaders, the Dean of versity is constructing a dispensary lyzer and Elemental Analyzer. very hard to get a Nobel Prize by the Students and Chaplaincy. It has a pro- in the same farm to assist the local “The Elemental Analyzer anal- year 2026 because we have what it vision for two banks, two supermar- people to get medication. yses nitrogen, carbon, hydrogen, takes to make discoveries,” he reiter- kets, bookshop, two restaurants, three The Israeli Government has oxygen and sulphur among many ated. mega meeting halls, seminar rooms, a promised to work with Chuka others. It is the only machine of its Chuka is one of the top seven larg- swimming pool and separate Jacuzzi, University in order to develop the kind in any African university apart est public universities in Kenya go- sauna, and gym for male and female Kairini land to make it more pro- from South Africa,” confirmed ing by the student population. It was students. The training facility has put ductive in agriculture through ir- Prof. Njoka. the second public university in the up a number of hostels to supplement rigation. Another notable machine at the country to be chartered under the new the many private ones in the neigh- The Israeli Government will as- university is Kelvin Probe which is Universities Act. It was also the first bourhood. Currently, a multi-storeyed sist the university to establish drip public university to be established in male hostel is being put up at a cost irrigation demonstration units. It is the eastern region of the country in of Ksh. 1 billion. Once complete, it worth noting that a delegation from August 2005. will accommodate close to 2, 000 stu- Chuka University led by the Vice- Over the years, the university ad- dents. Chancellor himself had recently ministration embarked on accelerated Plans are underway to put up an returned from Israeli on a bench- infrastructural growth in order to ac- ultra-modern administration block marking mission with universities commodate the ever increasing num- which will also house the Faculty of in Israel. ber of staff and students. Some of the Law once funds are available. The Currently, the university is rear- Our aim as a landmark structures that have been university intends to construct a Sci- ing over 300 goats and 75 Zebu put in place include; the construc- ence Park in the near future. cattle which graze under natural university is to work tion of the seven- storeyed Science Chuka University has acquired the environment at the Kairini farm. very hard to get a Complex which is now operational. magnificent Sasini House in Nairobi Plans are also underway to It houses 4, 000 students, offices for which is located along the quiet Loita start a wildlife conservancy at the Nobel Prize by the staff and laboratories. The laborato- Street and opposite Laico Regency same farm where animals such as year 2026 because ries have highly sophisticated training Hotel for the purposes of setting up ostriches, giraffes, crocodiles and equipment for Science and Nursing Chuka University Nairobi City CBD antelopes would be kept. Chuka we have what it takes students. Campus. The house has since been University held its fourth gradua- to make discoveries,” The university has also put up a renamed Chuka University Elimu tion on 18th of November last year multi-storeyed Business School Com- Plaza. where a total of 1,663 graduated plex which houses Faculty of Busi- The rental income raised from var- with various qualifications. january 11 - 23, 2017 Education News 21

CHUKA UNIVERSITY

Knowledge is Wealth/Akili ni Mali (Sapientia divitia est) Inspiring Environmental Sustainability for Bettre Life

OFFICE OF THE DEPUTY VICE-CHANCELLOR (ACADEMIC, RESEARCH & STUDENT AFFAIRS) Application for Enrolment in Self-Sponsored Programmes. Admission Timelines are: January, April, May, August, September & December Vision: To be a Premier University for the provision of quality education, training and research for Chuka University is ISO 9001:2008 Certified Mission: To generate, preserve and share knowledge for effective leadership sustainable national and global development. in higher education, training, research and outreach through nurturing an

intellectual culture that integrates theory with practice and innovation. Motto: Sapientia divitia est (Knowledge is Wealth) Akili ni Mali Brief History: Chuka University (CU) started as Egerton University Eastern Campus College in 2004. It was the first public institution of university status to be established in Eastern Kenya. The Campus College was elevated to Chuka University College on 23rd August, 2007. On 10th December, 2007, H.E. Mwai Kibaki visited and inaugurated the University College. The University College later expanded and established the Embu, Igembe and Chogoria Campus Colleges. On 8th January, 2013, H.E. Mwai Kibaki granted a Charter to the University College, making it the 9th full-fledged University in Kenya. Chuka University is located in Chuka Municipality in Meru South Subcounty, Tharaka-Nithi County. It is situated approximately 186 km from Nairobi City along the all-weather Nairobi-Meru highway. Chuka University provides high quality and affordable university education in the programmes shown below. Presently, the student population has surpassed 14,000. The University has opened four Campuses, namely: Main in Chuka, Embu, Igembe in Maua, Chogoria & Tharaka in Gatunga. Students who join Chuka University will find committed scholars whose quest for academic excellence is exemplary. The high calibre graduates of Chuka University easily secure employment in reputable organisations and careers. Chuka University is an equal opportunity provider. Chuka University Academic Programmes Applications are invited from suitably qualified self-sponsored students to enroll in Chuka University. Admission timelines are: September, January and May of each year for full-time students; December, April and August of each year for part-time/school-based/work-based students. Study timings are day, evening or week-end. DURATION & STUDY *TUITION FEES BACHELOR’SBACHELOR’S DEGREE DEGREE PROGRAMMES PROGRAMMES MINIMUM MINIMUM ENTRY ENTRY REQUIREMENTS REQUIREMENTS DURATION & STUDY *TUITION FEES CAMPUS MODEMODE ONLYONLY Mean grade C+ at KCSE and at least a C+ (plus) in each of the following subjects: English or Kisw, Biol or Biological 4 years (3 sessions/ 70,000/=/ B.Sc. in Nursing (Regular) Sciences, Math or Phys, Chem or Physical Sciences, OR -KACE: Biol = Principal, Chem = Principal, Phys/Math = year) Full-time (FT) MAIN semester Subsidiary). (Sept. intake only) Have attained Division II in KCE or an aggregate C (plain) in KCSE, with C in: Biol/ Biological Sciences; English or Kisw; 4 years (3 sessions/ B.Sc. in Nursing (Upgrading) Math or Chem/ Phys or Physical Sciences, a Diploma in Community Health Nursing from a recognized medical training year), Work-based 58,000/=/semester MAIN institution, registration by the NCK, and 2-years working experience. (WB) (May intake only) In addition to meeting the University entry requirements, candidates for admission to Bachelor of Science Degree in 8 semesters Environmental Health degree course shall be required to have obtained the following minimum requirements: Candidates 70,000/=/semester B.Sc. in Environmental Health Full-time or Work-based MAIN must have passed with a minimum of grade C+ in the following mandatory subjects: English or Kisw, Biol/Biological 45,000/=/block Day Sciences, Chem/Physical Sciences, Math or Phys, OR KACE: Biol = Principal, Chem = Principal, Phys/Math = Subsidiary. All BSc HRIM candidates shall satisfy the following requirements: Minimum university entry requirement at KCSE. In addition they must obtain at least a C+ (plus) in each of the following subjects: English or Kisw, Biol/Biological Sciences, Math, OR A 8 semesters B.Sc. in Health Records and Information Diploma with a Credit grade in Health Records and Information Technology from a recognized institution with at least 2 years 70,000/=/semester Full-time or Work-based MAIN Management relevant post qualification experience. In addition the candidate should have obtained a C (plain) at KCSE, OR Division III at 45,000/=/block Day EACE with credit grades in the cluster subjects listed in (A) above. Credit waiver will be considered for students taking the same programme in a recognized institution, subject to approval by the Department. Mean grade C+ at KCSE with a minimum of grade C+ in the following mandatory subjects: English/Kisw, Biol/Biological 8 semesters , Full-time 70,000/=/semester B.Sc. in Human Nutrition and Dietetics MAIN Science, Chem/Physical Sciences, Math/Phys, OR KACE: Biol = Principal, Chem = Principal, Phys/Math = Subsidiary. or Work-based Day 45,000/=/block -Mean grade C+ at KCSE plus C+ in Math, C in Phys/Physical Sciences, C grade in one humanities & one language subject. 8 semesters, Full-time 55,000/=/semester B.Sc. (Computer Science) OR -Two principals one must be in Math or Phys at “A” level. OR -Diploma with at least a credit in Computer Science or or Work-based Day, MAIN 40,000/=/block equivalent from a Senate-recognised institution with a pass in Phys at KCSE. Evening or Weekend -Mean grade C+ at KCSE plus EITHER C in Math and Physical Sciences or B- in any science subject and has a pass in 8 semesters Phys at KCSE, and C in 1 humanities and 1 language subject. OR -Two principals one must be in Math or Physical Sciences Full-time or Work-based 55,000/=/semester B.Sc. (Applied Computer Science) MAIN at “A” level. OR -Diploma with at least credit in Computer Science, Applied Computer Science or equivalent from a Senate- Day, Evening or 40,000/=/block recognised institution & a pass in Phys at KCSE. Weekend Mean grade C+ at KCSE, with a C+ in any 2 Science subjects relevant to the area of study, OR Two principals and one 8 semesters B.Sc. in: Math, Botany/Zoology, Phys, or Chem subsidiary at A-level in Science subjects, OR a Diploma in Sciences/Applied Sciences or its equivalent with a minimum of a 55,000/=/semester MAIN Full-time (FT) credit pass from a Senate-recognised institution B.Sc. (BioChem) Mean grade C+ at KCSE, with C+ Mat, B Chem/ B+ Phy Sci, B Phy/B+ Phy Sci, B Bio/B+ Biological Science 8 semesters FT 55,000/=/semester MAIN Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting, Banking & Mean grade C+ at KCSE, with a C plain in Math and English or Kisw, OR 2 Principal passes and 1 subsidiary at A-level plus 8 semesters ALL = MAIN, Finance, Human Resource Mgt, Marketing, Mgt at least a credit in Math and English or Kisw at O-Level, OR a Diploma in Business related areas, with a minimum of a credit Full-time or Work-based 50,000/=/semester EMBU, IGEMBE Science, Insurance & Risk Mgt, OR pass from a Senate-recognised institution, OR CPA/CPS II, OR HND in Business related disciplines from a recognised Day, Evening or 34,000/=/block CHOGORIA Cooperatives Management) institution. CPA/CPS III, Diploma and HND attract credit transfer Weekend THARAKA Mean grade C+ at KCSE, with C+ in Math or C in Math and C in Economics, C in English or Kisw, OR a Diploma with a 8 semesters 50,000/= / B.Sc. (Economics & Statistics) MAIN minimum of a credit pass in Business related areas from a Senate-recognised institution Full-time semester Mean grade C+ at KCSE, with C+ in Math, Biol or Biological Sciences, Chem or Phys or Physical Sciences, OR a Diploma in -Bachelor of Agribusiness Management Business related areas with a minimum of a credit pass from a Senate-recognised institution. Advantage is C in economics, -B.Sc. (Agricultural Economics) 8 semesters commerce, or accounting/Agriculture Full-time or Work-based 50,000/=/semester -Bachelor of Entrepreneurship and Small ALL Day, Evening or 34,000/=/block Business Management/Bachelor of Mean grade C+ at KCSE, with C in Math, Biol, Chem or Phys, OR a Diploma in Business related areas with a minimum of a Weekend Entrepreneurship and Enterprise Management credit pass from a Senate-recognised institution -Bachelor of Purchasing & Supplies Mgt Mean grade C+ at KCSE, with a C plain in Math and Engor Kis, OR 2 Principal passes and 1 S at A-level plus at least a 8 semesters: Full-time 50,000/= / credit in Math and Eng or Kis at O-Level, OR a Diploma in Business related areas, OR CPA/CPS II, OR HND in Business Bachelor of Cooperatives Management or Work-based Day, semester MAIN related disciplines from institution recognized by Senate. CPA/CPS III, Diploma and HND attract credit transfer Evening or Weekend 34,000/=/block

www.chuka.ac.ke www.chuka.ac.ke B.Ed. (Primary) Mean grade C at KCSE and P1 Certificate and C+ in any two cluster subjects 4 years (SB) 40,000/=/ block ALL Mean grade C+ at KCSE, with at least C+ in teaching subjects, OR 2 principals and 1 subsidiary pass at KACE, OR a 8 semesters FT 50,000/=/semester B.Ed. (Arts) ALL Diploma in Education with a minimum of a credit pass from a Senate-recognised institution 4 years SB 34,000/=/block Mean grade C+ at KCSE, with at least a C in Math & C+ in teaching subjects, OR 2 principals and 1 subsidiary pass at 8 semesters FT 55,000/=/semester MAIN, IGEMBE, B.Ed. (Science) KACE, OR a Diploma in Education with a minimum of a credit pass from a Senate-recognised institution 4 years SB 40,000/=/block CHOGORIA Mean grade C+ at KCSE, with a pass in Agriculture and a C in: Biol, Chem, English or Kisw, Math, Geo/Phys, or Physical 8 semesters FT 55,000/=/semester B.Sc. (Agricultural Education & Extension) MAIN Sciences, OR a Diploma in Agricultural Sciences with at least a Credit pass from recognized institutions 4 years WB/SB 40,000/=/block Mean grade C+ at KCSE, with a C in any of the following subjects: English or Kisw, OR a Diploma in Guidance and 8 semesters Bachelor of Psychology 50,000/=/semester MAIN Counseling with a minimum of a credit pass from a Senate-recognised institution Full-time Mean grade C+ at KCSE, OR Two principals and one subsidiary pass at KACE, OR a Diploma in Education with a minimum 8 semesters FT 50,000/=/semester B.Ed. (Early Childhood Development) ALL of a credit pass from a Senate-recognised institution 4 years SB 34,000/=/block B.Sc. (Ecotourism & Hospitality Mgt) Mean grade C+ at KCSE C in Math, English or Kisw, OR Two principals at A-level plus a pass in Math and English at O- 8 semesters 55,000/=/semester Bachelor of Tourism & Hotel Mgt OR Bachelor level, OR a Diploma in Tourism, Tour Guiding or Hotel Management with a minimum of a credit pass from a Senate- Full-time or Work-based ALL 40,000/=/block of Tourism Management recognised institution may be admitted to second year of study Day, Evening or Bachelor of Catering and Hotel Mgt OR Weekend Bachelor of Hotel Management semesters Mean grade C+ at KCSE, with a C in the following subjects: Math, Chem, Geog or Phys, Biol or Biological Sciences, OR Two Full-time or Work-based 55,000/=/semester B.Sc. (Wildlife Enterprise & Mgt) principals and a subsidiary pass at A-level in Chem, Bio, Geo, Phys or Math, OR Diploma holder in wildlife related fields with ALL Day, Evening or 40,000/=/block a minimum of a credit pass from a Senate-recognised institution Weekend Mean grade C+ at KCSE, with a C in: Math, Chem, Biol, Geography or Phys, English or Kisw, OR 2 principals and a 8 semesters B.Sc. (Animal Science) subsidiary pass in relevant subjects, OR Diploma in Animal Production or related field with a minimum of a credit pass from a 55,000/=/semester MAIN Full-time Senate-recognised institution Mean grade C+ at KCSE, with a C in: Biol, Chem, English or Kisw, Math or Geography or Phys, OR a Diploma in 8 semesters B.Sc. (Agriculture) 55,000/=/semester MAIN Agriculture/Horticulture with a minimum of Credit pass from a Senate-recognized institution Full-time B.Sc. (Environmental Science) Mean grade C+ at KCSE, with a C in: Math, Chem, Phys or Geography, Biol, Two principals and a subsidiary pass at A-level 8 semesters 55,000/= / MAIN B.Sc. (Natural Resources Management) in Chem, Biol, Geography, Phys or Math Full-time semester Mean grade C+ at KCSE, with a C in: Biol, Chem, English or Kisw, Math or Geography or Phys, OR a Diploma in 8 semesters 55,000/= / B.Sc. (Horticulture). MAIN Agriculture/Horticulture with a minimum of Credit pass from a Senate-recognized institution Full-time semester Mean grade C+ at KCSE, with a C in: Bio, Che or Phy, Eng or Kis, Math OR a Diploma in Food & Technology or equivalent 8 semesters BSc (Food Science and Technology) 55,000/=/semester MAIN with a minimum of Credit pass Full-time (FT) Mean grade C+ at KCSE, with C+ in Biol or Biological Sciences, Chem or Physical Science and Math or Phys. OR Diploma Bachelor of Science in Animal Products 8 semesters with distinction and credit or their equivalents, in Animal Husbandry, Animal Health, Dairy Science, Food Science and 55,000/=/semester MAIN Technology Full-time Technology, Agriculture and related disciplines from recognized universities and colleges. 8 semesters: Full-time Mean grade C+ at KCSE, with a C in Eng or Kisw and Chem or Biol or Math or Phys, OR 2 principals and 1 subsidiary in 50,000/=/semester B.A. (Criminology and Security Studies). or Work-based Day, ALL relevant subjects, OR a Diploma in related areas with a minimum of a credit pass from a Senate-recognized institution 34,000/=/block Evening or Weekend Mean grade C+ at KCSE with a C in the following subjects: Biol, Chem, or C in any of the humanity subjects, Physical 8 semesters: Full-time Sciences, Biological Sciences, OR a Diploma Credit (or Pass with at least 2 years work experience) in Agriculture, Home 50,000/=/semester B.Sc. (Community Development) or Work-based Day, ALL Economics, Agricultural Education & Extension, Cooperative Mgt, Community Development or any related field from a 34,000/=/block Evening or Weekend Senate-recognised institution Mean grade C+ at KCSE, with a C+ in Engl or Kisw, OR 2 principals at A-level with credit in Eng/Kisw at O-level, OR a B.A. (Communication and Media) Diploma in Journalism & related areas with a minimum of a credit pass from a Senate-recognised institution 8 semesters: Full-time 50,000/=/semester Mean grade C+ at KCSE PLUS B- in English. OR 2 principals and a subsidiary at KACE. OR Diploma in communication or Work-based Day, MAIN 34,000/=/block B.A. (Communication Studies) studies from institutions recognized by Chuka University. Candidates holding equivalent qualifications from institutions Evening or Weekend recognized by Chuka University Senate. Mean grade C+ at KCSE, with at least C+ in the following subjects: Economics, Math or a bridging course, OR 2 principal 8 semesters: Full-time 50,000/=/semester B.A. (Economics and Sociology) passes at A-level with credit in Math, English or Kisw at O-level, OR a Diploma in related areas with a minimum of a credit or Work-based Day, ALL 34,000/=/block pass from a Senate-recognised institution Evening or Weekend Mean grade C+ at KCSE, with at least B- in Math or the equivalent in other examinations. OR a Diploma in the Arts passed B.A. (Economics, Math and Sociology) 50,000/=/semester ALL with a “Credit” or higher. And at least a “Credit “in Math. Mean grade C+ at KCSE with at least C+ in English. OR a Diploma in English with a Credit level or higher from Institutions B.A. (English, Literature and Sociology) recognized by Chuka University Senate. OR 2 principals and a subsidiary at KACE. Candidates holding qualifications 50,000/=/semester ALL equivalent to the above from institutions recognized by Chuka University Senate may be admitted. B.A. (Geography and Kisw) Mean grade C+ at KCSE, with B- or above in Kisw. 50,000/=/semester ALL Mean grade C+ at KCSE with C+ in Geography and C in Math and any of Group II courses at KCSE. OR 2 principals (one of which should be in Geography) and 2 subsidiaries at A level and should have at least three years of relevant working B.A. (Geography, Economics and Sociology) 50,000/=/semester ALL experience in a recognized field. OR Diploma and/or Higher National diploma in a related subject with at least a credit from 8 semesters institutions recognized by the Senate. Full-time Mean grade C+ at KCSE with History and Government in KCSE and obtained a minimum grade C+, or equivalent in other B.A. (History, Economics and Sociology 50,000/=/semester ALL examinations. OR Diploma in the Arts passed with at least a “Credit” and must have obtained at least a “Credit “in History. Mean grade C+ at KCSE wit at least C+ in any of the Languages in KCSE or its equivalent from recognized institutions. OR a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy 50,000/=/semester ALL Diploma in Philosophy passed with a “Credit” or its equivalent from a recognized institution. Mean grade C+ at KCSE and passes in Humanities and social sciences. A KCSE or general Certificate of education, KACE or equivalent with one combinations: Principal in Religious Studies and/or History/ or Social education and/ Ethics or A Bachelor of Arts in Religious Studies 50,000/=/semester ALL Subsidiary pass in Religious Studies and/or English/or Social Education and Ethics. OR Diploma in Religious Studies, Theology, Philosophy or Ethics from an institution recognized by Chuka University Senate. Mean grade C+ at KCSE with a C in Engl or Kisw. OR Diploma with at least a credit in Library and Information Studies from Bachelor of Library and Information Studies 8 semesters: Full-time ALL institution recognized by Senate 50,000/=/semester or Work-based Day, OR Mean grade C+ at KCSE with at least C in both Math and Engl. OR Diploma in Library and Information Studies with at least a 34,000/=/block Evening or Weekend Bachelor of Science in Information Sciences “Credit” from a Senate recognized institution. Mean grade C+ at KCSE and at least a C+ (plus) in each of the following subjects: Eng or Kis, Bio or Bio Sci, Math, Che OR 8 semesters B.Sc. (Biomedical Science and Technology) 55,000/=/semester MAIN -KACE: 2 principal passes in science subjects & a subsidiary pass as follows: (Biol = P, Che = P, Phy/Math = S). Full-time (FT) Mean grade C+ plus at least Phys B- or Physical Science B, Math C+. Diploma in Physical Sciences with a bias towards 8 semesters B.Sc. in Physics 55,000/=/semester MAIN Phys and have passed with a credit or above or their equivalent. Full-time (FT) Mean grade C+ at KCSE with at least: Phys B or Physical Science B+, Math B. OR Diploma holders in Physical Sciences 8 semesters B.Sc. in Engineering Physics with a bias towards Phys and have passed with a credit or above or their equivalent. A holder of KCSE certificate or 55,000/=/semester MAIN Full-time (FT) equivalent with a minimum of C+ and lacking Math, Phys / Physical sciences, will be required to bridge where necessary. Mean grade C+ at KCSE with In addition the candidates must obtain at least the minimum cut-off points for the year as B.Sc. in Instrumentation and Control determined from any one of the following four cluster subjects in the KCSE: Alternative A: Math, Phys, Chem; OR 8 semesters 55,000/=/semester MAIN Engineering Alternative B: Math, Physical Science, Biological Sciences; Plus Either Biol or Either Geography or any group four Full-time (FT) subjects. Diploma holders in engineering disciplines passed with at least a credit. Mean grade C+ at KCSE plus: Alterative A: Chem C+, Phys C+ (or B- in Physical Sciences), Math C+, Geography C+; 8 semesters Bachelor of Science in Mining Alterative B: , Physical Sciences B-, Biological Sciences B-, Math B-, Geography B-. Diploma in Mineralogy or Analytical 55,000/=/semester MAIN Full-time (FT) Chem passed with at least a credit. Mean grade C+ at KCSE with at least B- (minus) grade in Math and a C+ in English or Kisw at K.C.S.E. OR Two principal passes in (Math/Phys, (Math/Chem, (Math/Geog, (Math/ Econ. in IGCE/GCE or KACE. OR Diploma in Statistics or Computer 8 semesters Bachelor of Science in Actuarial Science studies with at least a credit pass from an institution recognized by University Senate. OR Diploma in Education with at least 55,000/=/semester MAIN Full-time (FT) a credit pass, with Math as a major subject from an institution recognized by University Senate. OR Those holding qualifications equivalent to the above from institutions recognized by University Senate. Mean grade C+ at KCSE with at least B in Math and a C+ in Engl/Kisw. OR Two principal passes in (Math/Phys, 8 semesters Bachelor of Science in Mathematics (Math/Chem, (Math/Geog, (Math/ Econ. in IGCE/GCE or KACE. OR A diploma in Education with at least a credit pass, with 55,000/=/semester MAIN Full-time (FT) Math as a major subject from an institution recognized by University Senate. Mean grade C+ at KCSE with at least B- in Math and a C+ in Engl/ Kisw. OR Two principal passes in (Math/Phys, (Math/Chem, (Math/Geog, (Math/Econ. in IGCE/GCE or KACE. OR Diploma in Statistics with at least a credit pass from an 8 semesters Bachelor of Science in Applied Statistics 55,000/=/semester MAIN institution recognized by the Senate. OR Diploma in Education with at least a credit pass, with Matheas a major subject from Full-time (FT) an institution recognized by University Senate. Mean grade C+ at KCSE with Biol B- or Biological Science B, Chem B- or Physical Science B, English and Math C+ and 8 semesters Bachelor of Science in Biology 55,000/=/semester MAIN Geog or Agriculture B-. OR Diploma in Biological Sciences passed with a credit or above or their equivalent. Full-time (FT) Mean grade C+ at KCSE with at least Biol C+ or Biological Science B, Chem C+ or Physical Science B-, Math C+. OR 8 semesters B.Sc. in Fisheries and Aquaculture 55,000/=/semester MAIN Diploma in Biological Sciences passed with a credit or above or their equivalent. Full-time (FT) Mean grade C+ at KCSE with at least C+ in Biol or Biological Sciences, Phys, Chem or B- in Physical Sciences and C+ in 8 semesters B.Sc. in Microbiology and Biotechnology 55,000/=/semester MAIN Geography or Agriculture. OR Diploma in Biological Sciences passed with a credit or above or their equivalent. Full-time (FT) 8 semesters B.Sc. in Chemistry Mean grade C+ at KCSE with at least a grade B- in Chem or B (plain) in physical sciences, grade C in Math or Phys. 55,000/=/semester MAIN Full-time (FT) Mean grade C+ at KCSE with at least grade B in Chem or B+ (plus) in physical sciences, grade C+ in Math. OR KACE 8 semesters B.Sc. in Industrial Chemistry principal passes in Chem and Math. 55,000/=/semester MAIN Full-time (FT)

DIPLOMA PROGRAMMES -Diploma in Business Management 4 semesters -Diploma in Accounting Full-time or Work-based 35,000/=/semester Mean grade C at KCSE, with a C- in Math and English or Kisw ALL -Diploma in Human Resource Management Day, Evening or 24,000/=/block -Diploma in Procurement & Logistics Mgt Weekend

Bachelor of Catering and Hotel Mgt OR Weekend Bachelor of Hotel Management semesters Mean grade C+ at KCSE, with a C in the following subjects: Math, Chem, Geog or Phys, Biol or Biological Sciences, OR Two Full-time or Work-based 55,000/=/semester B.Sc. (Wildlife Enterprise & Mgt) principals and a subsidiary pass at A-level in Chem, Bio, Geo, Phys or Math, OR Diploma holder in wildlife related fields with ALL Day, Evening or 40,000/=/block a minimum of a credit pass from a Senate-recognised institution Weekend Mean grade C+ at KCSE, with a C in: Math, Chem, Biol, Geography or Phys, English or Kisw, OR 2 principals and a 8 semesters B.Sc. (Animal Science) subsidiary pass in relevant subjects, OR Diploma in Animal Production or related field with a minimum of a credit pass from a 55,000/=/semester MAIN Full-time Senate-recognised institution Mean grade C+ at KCSE, with a C in: Biol, Chem, English or Kisw, Math or Geography or Phys, OR a Diploma in 8 semesters B.Sc. (Agriculture) 55,000/=/semester MAIN Agriculture/Horticulture with a minimum of Credit pass from a Senate-recognized institution Full-time B.Sc. (Environmental Science) Mean grade C+ at KCSE, with a C in: Math, Chem, Phys or Geography, Biol, Two principals and a subsidiary pass at A-level 8 semesters 55,000/= / MAIN B.Sc. (Natural Resources Management) in Chem, Biol, Geography, Phys or Math Full-time semester Mean grade C+ at KCSE, with a C in: Biol, Chem, English or Kisw, Math or Geography or Phys, OR a Diploma in 8 semesters 55,000/= / B.Sc. (Horticulture). MAIN Agriculture/Horticulture with a minimum of Credit pass from a Senate-recognized institution Full-time semester Mean grade C+ at KCSE, with a C in: Bio, Che or Phy, Eng or Kis, Math OR a Diploma in Food & Technology or equivalent 8 semesters BSc (Food Science and Technology) 55,000/=/semester MAIN with a minimum of Credit pass Full-time (FT) Mean grade C+ at KCSE, with C+ in Biol or Biological Sciences, Chem or Physical Science and Math or Phys. OR Diploma Bachelor of Science in Animal Products 8 semesters with distinction and credit or their equivalents, in Animal Husbandry, Animal Health, Dairy Science, Food Science and 55,000/=/semester MAIN Technology Full-time Technology, Agriculture and related disciplines from recognized universities and colleges. 8 semesters: Full-time Mean grade C+ at KCSE, with a C in Eng or Kisw and Chem or Biol or Math or Phys, OR 2 principals and 1 subsidiary in 50,000/=/semester B.A. (Criminology and Security Studies). or Work-based Day, ALL relevant subjects, OR a Diploma in related areas with a minimum of a credit pass from a Senate-recognized institution 34,000/=/block Evening or Weekend Mean grade C+ at KCSE with a C in the following subjects: Biol, Chem, or C in any of the humanity subjects, Physical 8 semesters: Full-time Sciences, Biological Sciences, OR a Diploma Credit (or Pass with at least 2 years work experience) in Agriculture, Home 50,000/=/semester B.Sc. (Community Development) or Work-based Day, ALL Economics, Agricultural Education & Extension, Cooperative Mgt, Community Development or any related field from a 34,000/=/block Evening or Weekend Senate-recognised institution Mean grade C+ at KCSE, with a C+ in Engl or Kisw, OR 2 principals at A-level with credit in Eng/Kisw at O-level, OR a B.A. (Communication and Media) Diploma in Journalism & related areas with a minimum of a credit pass from a Senate-recognised institution 8 semesters: Full-time 50,000/=/semester 22 Mean grade C+ at KCSE PLUS B- in English. OR 2 Educationprincipals and a subsidiary at KACE. Ne ORws Diploma in communication or Work-based Day, januaryMAIN 11 - 23, 2017 34,000/=/block B.A. (Communication Studies) studies from institutions recognized by Chuka University. Candidates holding equivalent qualifications from institutions Evening or Weekend recognized by Chuka University Senate. Mean grade C+ at KCSE, with at least C+ in the following subjects: Economics, Math or a bridging course, OR 2 principal 8 semesters: Full-time 50,000/=/semester B.A. (Economics and Sociology) passes at A-level with credit in Math, English or Kisw at O-level, OR a Diploma in related areas with a minimum of a credit or Work-based Day, ALL 34,000/=/block pass from a Senate-recognised institution Evening or Weekend Mean grade C+ at KCSE, with at least B- in Math or the equivalent in other examinations. OR a Diploma in the Arts passed B.A. (Economics, Math and Sociology) 50,000/=/semester ALL with a “Credit” or higher. And at least a “Credit “in Math. Mean grade C+ at KCSE with at least C+ in English. OR a Diploma in English with a Credit level or higher from Institutions B.A. (English, Literature and Sociology) recognized by Chuka University Senate. OR 2 principals and a subsidiary at KACE. Candidates holding qualifications 50,000/=/semester ALL equivalent to the above from institutions recognized by Chuka University Senate may be admitted. B.A. (Geography and Kisw) Mean grade C+ at KCSE, with B- or above in Kisw. 50,000/=/semester ALL Mean grade C+ at KCSE with C+ in Geography and C in Math and any of Group II courses at KCSE. OR 2 principals (one of which should be in Geography) and 2 subsidiaries at A level and should have at least three years of relevant working B.A. (Geography, Economics and Sociology) 50,000/=/semester ALL experience in a recognized field. OR Diploma and/or Higher National diploma in a related subject with at least a credit from 8 semesters institutions recognized by the Senate. Full-time Mean grade C+ at KCSE with History and Government in KCSE and obtained a minimum grade C+, or equivalent in other B.A. (History, Economics and Sociology 50,000/=/semester ALL examinations. OR Diploma in the Arts passed with at least a “Credit” and must have obtained at least a “Credit “in History. Mean grade C+ at KCSE wit at least C+ in any of the Languages in KCSE or its equivalent from recognized institutions. OR a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy 50,000/=/semester ALL Diploma in Philosophy passed with a “Credit” or its equivalent from a recognized institution. Mean grade C+ at KCSE and passes in Humanities and social sciences. A KCSE or general Certificate of education, KACE or equivalent with one combinations: Principal in Religious Studies and/or History/ or Social education and/ Ethics or A Bachelor of Arts in Religious Studies 50,000/=/semester ALL Subsidiary pass in Religious Studies and/or English/or Social Education and Ethics. OR Diploma in Religious Studies, Theology, Philosophy or Ethics from an institution recognized by Chuka University Senate. Mean grade C+ at KCSE with a C in Engl or Kisw. OR Diploma with at least a credit in Library and Information Studies from Bachelor of Library and Information Studies 8 semesters: Full-time ALL institution recognized by Senate 50,000/=/semester or Work-based Day, OR Mean grade C+ at KCSE with at least C in both Math and Engl. OR Diploma in Library and Information Studies with at least a 34,000/=/block Evening or Weekend Bachelor of Science in Information Sciences “Credit” from a Senate recognized institution. Mean grade C+ at KCSE and at least a C+ (plus) in each of the following subjects: Eng or Kis, Bio or Bio Sci, Math, Che OR 8 semesters B.Sc. (Biomedical Science and Technology) 55,000/=/semester MAIN -KACE: 2 principal passes in science subjects & a subsidiary pass as follows: (Biol = P, Che = P, Phy/Math = S). Full-time (FT) Mean grade C+ plus at least Phys B- or Physical Science B, Math C+. Diploma in Physical Sciences with a bias towards 8 semesters B.Sc. in Physics 55,000/=/semester MAIN Phys and have passed with a credit or above or their equivalent. Full-time (FT) Mean grade C+ at KCSE with at least: Phys B or Physical Science B+, Math B. OR Diploma holders in Physical Sciences 8 semesters B.Sc. in Engineering Physics with a bias towards Phys and have passed with a credit or above or their equivalent. A holder of KCSE certificate or 55,000/=/semester MAIN Full-time (FT) equivalent with a minimum of C+ and lacking Math, Phys / Physical sciences, will be required to bridge where necessary. Mean grade C+ at KCSE with In addition the candidates must obtain at least the minimum cut-off points for the year as B.Sc. in Instrumentation and Control determined from any one of the following four cluster subjects in the KCSE: Alternative A: Math, Phys, Chem; OR 8 semesters 55,000/=/semester MAIN Engineering Alternative B: Math, Physical Science, Biological Sciences; Plus Either Biol or Either Geography or any group four Full-time (FT) subjects. Diploma holders in engineering disciplines passed with at least a credit. Mean grade C+ at KCSE plus: Alterative A: Chem C+, Phys C+ (or B- in Physical Sciences), Math C+, Geography C+; 8 semesters Bachelor of Science in Mining Alterative B: , Physical Sciences B-, Biological Sciences B-, Math B-, Geography B-. Diploma in Mineralogy or Analytical 55,000/=/semester MAIN Full-time (FT) Chem passed with at least a credit. Mean grade C+ at KCSE with at least B- (minus) grade in Math and a C+ in English or Kisw at K.C.S.E. OR Two principal passes in (Math/Phys, (Math/Chem, (Math/Geog, (Math/ Econ. in IGCE/GCE or KACE. OR Diploma in Statistics or Computer 8 semesters Bachelor of Science in Actuarial Science studies with at least a credit pass from an institution recognized by University Senate. OR Diploma in Education with at least 55,000/=/semester MAIN Full-time (FT) a credit pass, with Math as a major subject from an institution recognized by University Senate. OR Those holding qualifications equivalent to the above from institutions recognized by University Senate. Mean grade C+ at KCSE with at least B in Math and a C+ in Engl/Kisw. OR Two principal passes in (Math/Phys, 8 semesters Bachelor of Science in Mathematics (Math/Chem, (Math/Geog, (Math/ Econ. in IGCE/GCE or KACE. OR A diploma in Education with at least a credit pass, with 55,000/=/semester MAIN Full-time (FT) Math as a major subject from an institution recognized by University Senate. Mean grade C+ at KCSE with at least B- in Math and a C+ in Engl/ Kisw. OR Two principal passes in (Math/Phys, (Math/Chem, (Math/Geog, (Math/Econ. in IGCE/GCE or KACE. OR Diploma in Statistics with at least a credit pass from an 8 semesters Bachelor of Science in Applied Statistics 55,000/=/semester MAIN institution recognized by the Senate. OR Diploma in Education with at least a credit pass, with Matheas a major subject from Full-time (FT) an institution recognized by University Senate. Mean grade C+ at KCSE with Biol B- or Biological Science B, Chem B- or Physical Science B, English and Math C+ and 8 semesters Bachelor of Science in Biology 55,000/=/semester MAIN Geog or Agriculture B-. OR Diploma in Biological Sciences passed with a credit or above or their equivalent. Full-time (FT) Mean grade C+ at KCSE with at least Biol C+ or Biological Science B, Chem C+ or Physical Science B-, Math C+. OR 8 semesters B.Sc. in Fisheries and Aquaculture 55,000/=/semester MAIN Diploma in Biological Sciences passed with a credit or above or their equivalent. Full-time (FT) Mean grade C+ at KCSE with at least C+ in Biol or Biological Sciences, Phys, Chem or B- in Physical Sciences and C+ in 8 semesters B.Sc. in Microbiology and Biotechnology 55,000/=/semester MAIN Geography or Agriculture. OR Diploma in Biological Sciences passed with a credit or above or their equivalent. Full-time (FT) 8 semesters B.Sc. in Chemistry Mean grade C+ at KCSE with at least a grade B- in Chem or B (plain) in physical sciences, grade C in Math or Phys. 55,000/=/semester MAIN Full-time (FT) Mean grade C+ at KCSE with at least grade B in Chem or B+ (plus) in physical sciences, grade C+ in Math. OR KACE 8 semesters B.Sc. in Industrial Chemistry principal passes in Chem and Math. 55,000/=/semester MAIN Full-time (FT)

DIPLOMADIPLOMA PROGRAMMES -Diploma in Business Management 4 semesters -Diploma in Accounting Full-time or Work-based 35,000/=/semester Mean grade C at KCSE, with a C- in Math and English or Kisw ALL -Diploma in Human Resource Management Day, Evening or 24,000/=/block -Diploma in Procurement & Logistics Mgt Weekend -Diploma in Insurance and Risk Management Mean grade C at K.C.S.E plus C in (Math, C in Phys or Physical Sciences, C in either Kisw or English. OR O-level certificate 4 semesters FT with DIV 3 with a credit pass in Phys /physical sciences, Math and Kisw. OR A-level certificate with a subsidiary pass in Full-time or Work-based 40,000/=/semester Diploma in Computer Science math’s or Phys pass in Math and at least a credit pass in Phys/Physical Sciences at Ordinary level. OR Certificate in MAIN, EMBU Day, Evening or 30,000/=/block Computer Science or equivalent recognized by the Chuka University Senate. In addition, one must have done and passed Weekend Phys at K.C.S.E or any other level. -KCSE with at least an aggregate of C and a grade of at least C in Engl or Kisw, Biol or Biological Sciences, Chem or Physical Sciences plus either Math, Phys or Agriculture. -KCE/EACE certificate with a Division II and at least a credit in English or Kisw, Biol or Biological Sciences, Chem or Physical Sciences plus either Math, Phys or Agriculture. Diploma in Animal Health and Production -KACE certificate with at least 1 Principal pass and at least a subsidiary pass in Biol and Chem. -Holders of a credit pass certificate in animal health/agriculture with at least an aggregate of C- at KCSE or Division III at www.chuka.ac.ke www.chuka.ac.ke KCE, from institutions recognized by Chuka University Senate. 6 semesters FT -Diploma in biomedical discipline recognized by Chuka University Senate. Full-time or Work-based -Any other qualification equivalent to the above from an institution recognized by Chuka University Senate. Day, Evening or -KCSE of grade C plus C in: English or Kisw; Chem or Physical Sciences; Biol or Biological Sciences plus either Math, Phys Weekend 35,000/=/semester MAIN or Agriculture; 6 semesters FT 24,000/=/block -KCE/EACE with a Division II and at least a credit in English or Kisw; Biol or Biological Sciences; Chem or Physical Sciences Full-time or Work-based Diploma in Meat Science and Technology plus either Math, Phys or Agriculture Day, Evening or -KACE certificate with at least one principal pass and at least a subsidiary pass in Biol and Chem. Weekend -A certificate with at least a credit pass in Animal Health/Agriculture with at least an aggregate of C- at KCSE or division III at KCE, from a recognized institution. Mean grade C at KCSE, with a C- in Math, Biol or Chem and English or Kisw, OR a certificate in related field from a Senate- Diploma in Farm Resources Management recognised institution -Diploma in Horticulture Mean grade C at KCSE, with a C- in Math, Biol or Chem and English or Kisw OR a certificate in horticulture/ agriculture or -Diploma in Agriculture & Rural Development related fields from a Senate-recognised institution Diploma in Tourism & Hotel Management Mean grade C at KCSE, with a C- in Math and English or Kisw, OR relevant certificate 6 semesters FT Full-time or Work-based 35,000/=/semester ALL Diploma in Wildlife Management Mean grade C at KCSE, with a C- in Math and English or Kisw, OR relevant certificate Day, Evening or 24,000/=/block Weekend Diploma in Education (Primary) Mean grade C at KCSE, or C- with P 1 certificate and teaching experience of at least 2 years 2 years SB 24,000/=/block ALL 3 years Full-time or Work-based 36,000/=/semester Diploma in Education (Secondary) Average C+ at KCSE, with a C+ in at least two teaching subjects ALL Day, Evening or 24,000/=/block Weekend 3 years A minimum mean grade of C plain at KCSE or equivalent. A certificate in early childhood development and / or other related Diploma in Education (Early Childhood Full-time or Work-based 35,000/=/semester courses from institutions recognized by Chuka University Senate. A PTE certificate may be admitted into the programme ALL Development Education) Day, Evening or 24,000/=/block provided they have at least a KCSE mean Grade of C- (minus) or KCE Division III Weekend Applicants must satisfy entry requirements for University admission. In addition, applicants must have passed K.C.S.E with a 3 years mean grade of C and minimum subject grades as indicated below: English or Kisw C-; Math C-. Admission is also open to Full-time or Work-based 35,000/=/semester Diploma in Counselling Psychology ALL holders of a Certificate in Counselling Psychology, Psychology, Guidance and Psychological Counselling, Education, Day, Evening or 24,000/=/block Medical Health Professions, or Social Work, from recognized institutions approved by Chuka University Senate. Weekend 3 years Mean grade C+ at KCSE with C grade in Biol, Agriculture, Chem or Phys, and Math or Geography, OR a certificate in Full-time or Work-based 36,000/=/semester Diploma in Agricultural Education & Extension MAIN agriculture or related field from a Senate-recognized institution Day, Evening or 24,000/=/block Weekend -Diploma in Community Development -Diploma in Criminology & Security Studies 4 semesters -Diploma in Disaster Management Mean grade C in KCSE, or its equivalent, OR a Certificate in related course from institutions recognized by the Chuka Full-time or Work-based 35,000/=/semester -Diploma in Project Planning & Management ALL University Senate. Day, Evening or 29,000/=/block -Diploma in Social Work Weekend -Diploma in Leadership & Public Administration -Diploma in Journalism & Mass Communication CERTIFICATECERTIFICATE COURSES -Certificate in Business Management Mean grade D+ and above at KCSE 4 months: Full-time or Work-based Day, Evening or Weekend 28,000/=/course ALL -Certificate in Procurement & Logistics Mgt Mean grade D+ and above at KCSE Certificate in Computer Science 2 semesters: Full-time or Work-based Day, Evening or Weekend 30,000/=/semester MAIN

Kingsway Junior School posts excellent results in 2016 KCPE -Diploma in Insurance and Risk Management Mean grade C at K.C.S.E plus C in (Math, C in Phys or Physical Sciences, C in either Kisw or English. OR Othe-level institutioncertificate and sought sponsorship 4 semesters FT By Collins Akong’o with DIV 3 with a credit pass in Phys /physical sciences, Math and Kisw. OR A-level certificate with a subsidiary pass in excelled in co-currucular activi- from well wishersFull-time to or aid Work several-based needy40,000/=/semester Diploma in Computer Science math’s or Phys pass in Math and at least a credit pass in Phys/Physical Sciences at Ordinary level. OR Certificate in MAIN, EMBU Day, Evening or 30,000/=/blockties. The school has a large play- Computer Science or equivalent recognized by the Chuka University Senate. In addition, one must have donechildren and passed as we play our role in help- Weekend ocated in Takaye village, Phys at K.C.S.E or any other level. ing the needy talented children pursue ground where children play games four kilometers from Mal- -KCSE with at least an aggregate of C and a grade of at least C in Engl or Kisw, Biol or Biological Sciences, Chemeducation or and excel despite their cir- such as football, volley ball, net- Physical Sciences plus either Math, Phys or Agriculture. ball badminton and handball. The indi town along the Malindi- -KCE/EACE certificate with a Division II and at least a credit in English or Kisw, Biol or Biological Sciences, Chemcumstance. or We have recorded several L Physical Sciences plus either Math, Phys or Agriculture. school also has indoor games in- Mombasa highway near Thalathal- success stories through this initiative,” Diploma in Animal Health and Production -KACE certificate with at least 1 Principal pass and at least a subsidiary pass in Biol and Chem. cluding monopoly and other fun mel, Kingway Juniou School in -Holders of a credit pass certificate in animal health/agriculture with at least an aggregate of C- at KCSE or Divisionobserved III at the School Headmaster, Mr Malindi Sub-County, Kilifi County, KCE, from institutions recognized by Chuka University Senate. Newton John.6 semesters FT games such as ballon bursting, has once again posted excellent re- -Diploma in biomedical discipline recognized by Chuka University Senate. Full-time or Work-based bottle and races to relieve children -Any other qualification equivalent to the above from an institution recognized by Chuka University Senate. The schoolDay, Evening is or symbolically sults in KCPE. Its top candidate, -KCSE of grade C plus C in: English or Kisw; Chem or Physical Sciences; Biol or Biological Sciences plus either Math, Phys Weekend 35,000/=/semesterof the tension resulting from class perched on a hill overlooking sur- MAIN Martin Kenga garnered 401 marks or Agriculture; rounding areas6 semesters in the FT county and24,000/=/block set work. -KCE/EACE with a Division II and at least a credit in English or Kisw; Biol or Biological Sciences; Chem or Physical Sciences Full-time or Work-based Kingsway Junior School top five out of possible 500.TheDiploma ininstitution Meat Science and Technology plus either Math, Phys or Agriculture apart by moreDay, than Evening its oridyllic location has made a mark in the area and Francis Waithaka-KACE certificate withDirector at least one principalJane pass and at Waithaka, least a subsidiary pass inManager Biol and Chem. in Kilifi County.Weekend Among the objec- candidates in KCPE 2016 surrounding places in the county. -A certificate with at least a credit pass in Animal Health/Agriculture with at least an aggregate of C- at KCSE or division III at 1.Martin Kenga 401 marks Childhood EducationKCE, from a recognized system in (ECD).stitution. tives that are behind its establish- Since inception in 2000, the Mean grade C at KCSE, with a C- in Math, Biol or Chem and English or Kisw, OR a certificate in related field from a Senate- 2. Brain Ngare 394 marks Diploma in Farm Resources ManagementIn Kingsway school, pupils are given much-envied tradition of hard work ment; include the desire of your son school has continued to churn out recognised institution -Diploma in Horticulture considerable freedomMean grade C withinat KCSE, with bounds a C- in Math, Bioland or cultureChem and Englishof learning, or Kisw OR he a certificate said. in horticulture/ agriculture or brilliant all round students. The -Diploma in Agriculture & Rural whereDevelopment standards related are fields clear from ina Senate well-recognised oiled institution “It is the deliberate individual ef- school has excellentDiploma boarding in Tourism & fa-Hotel Management Mean grade C at KCSE, with a C- in Math andfort English that or hasKisw, ORpropelled relevant certificate this institution 6 semesters FT meticulously planned 50-period aca- Full-time or Work-based 35,000/=/semester cilities. ALL Diploma in Wildlife Managementdemic system.Mean grade C at KCSE, with a C- in Math andto Englishthe success or Kisw, OR that relevant has certificate been witnessed Day, Evening or 24,000/=/block As you enter into Kingsway Weekend Kingsway is performance orient- to this day. As management we wish Junior School compound,Diploma in Education a cool (Primary) Mean grade C at KCSE, or C- with P 1 certificate and teaching experience of at least 2 years 2 years SB 24,000/=/block ALL ed but the means to that end is, in part to recognize all stakeholders in their 3 years breeze welcomes you. It provides a Full-time or Work-based 36,000/=/semester Diploma in Education (Secondary)by encouragingAverage the C+ developmentat KCSE, with a C+ in ofat least tworespective teaching subjects positions and capacities ALL sense of serene home environment Day, Evening or 24,000/=/block the whole person both academically in for their contribution thus far in our Weekend ideal for learning. The institution’s endeavor to mould young minds and 3 years sports. Under theA minimum stewardship mean grade ofof C plainwell- at KCSE or equivalent. A certificate in early childhood development and / or other related community engagementDiploma in policyEducation ( asEarly Childhood Full-time or Work-based 35,000/=/semester courses from institutions recognized by Chukaprovide Universit yquality Senate. A PTEbasic certificate education may be admitted to the into the programme ALL Development Education) experienced Board of Directors and Day, Evening or 24,000/=/block stated in our strategic plan has re- provided they have at least a KCSE mean Grade of C- (minus) or KCE Division III Headmaster, the school has formed the learners,” said the Manager Madam Weekend corded great success as far as mobi- Applicants must satisfy entry requirements forJane. University admission. In addition, applicants must have passed K.C.S.E with a 3 years mean grade of C and minimum subject grades as indicated below: English or Kisw C-; Math C-. Admission is also open to Full-time or Work-based 35,000/=/semester lization of the communityDiploma in Counselling develop- Psychology ALL holders of a Certificate in Counselling Psychology,“As Psychology, per Guidance our and school Psychological motto, Counselling, in Education, Day, Evening or 24,000/=/block ment programmes is concerned. Medical Health Professions, or Social Work,pursuit from recognized of excellence institutions approved we bybelieve Chuka University that Senate.Administration Weekend block. Photo/Collins Akong'o. Speaking to Education News individual achievement of all depart- 3 years Mean grade C+ at KCSE with C grade in Biol, Agriculture, Chem or Phys, and Math or Geography, OR a certificate in Full-time or Work-based 36,000/=/semester 3. Nickson maitha 386 marks during an exclusiveDiploma interview in Agricultural inEducation & Extension and daughter says the headmaster. The MAIN agriculture or related field from a Senate-recognizedments institutionwhich make up this institution, Day, Evening or 24,000/=/block 4. Rita Sonje 377 marks his office recently, the Director of particularly academic aspect, creates school has alsoWeekend qualified counselors to Kingsway School, -DiplomaMr Francis in Community Ka- Development take care of social and academic de- 5. Yassir Mwilo 372 marks . -Diploma in Criminology & Security Studies excellence in every student necessary 4 semesters Kingsway Junior School has also reithi said Kingsway-Diploma is ain Disasterprivately Management velopment of the child and well moti- Mean grade C in KCSE, or its equivalent, ORto a builtCertificate strong in related foundation course from institutions in learners. recognized by the Chuka Full-time or Work-based 35,000/=/semester -Diploma in Project Planning & Management excelledALL in co-curricular activities, owned school operating on the 8-4-4 University Senate. “To harness Basic Education op- vated teachersDay, who Evening are orready to attend29,000/=/block -Diploma in Social Work the school has a play ground where system of education. It has classes to pupil at anyWeekend time. -Diploma in Leadership & PublicSome Administration of the trophies the portunities as part of our strategic plan, children play games such as foot- from KG1 to Standard-Diploma Eightin Journalism with & Mass Communication we have offered scholarship within The premier institution has also the Nursery sectionCERTIFICATE offering COURSES Early school has won in academics. ball netball badminton hand ball. -Certificate in Business Management Mean grade D+ and above at KCSE 4 months: Full-time or Work-based Day, Evening or Weekend 28,000/=/course ALL -Certificate in Procurement & Logistics Mgt Mean grade D+ and above at KCSE Certificate in Computer Science 2 semesters: Full-time or Work-based Day, Evening or Weekend 30,000/=/semester MAIN

MAIN, IGEMBE, Certificate in Hospitality & Tourism Management Mean grade D+ and above at KCSE 3 semesters: Full-time or Work-based Day, Evening or Weekend T 30,000/=/semester CHOGORIA Mean grade C- at KCSE, with a C- in English or Kisw, a C- Certificate in Animal Health and Production in Biol or Biological Sciences, OR Division III of 36 points 4 semesters: Full-time or Work-based Day, Evening or Weekend 25,500/=/semester MAIN and a minimum credit in Biol or Biological Sciences Minimum mean grade of D+ plus in KCSE or equivalent Certificate in Early Childhood Education 3 semesters FT/ Evening/Weekend 15,000/semester ALL with a D+ (plus) in English and Kisw. -Certificate in Community Development -Certificate in Criminology & Security Studies -Certificate in Project Planning & Management Mean grade D+ and above at KCSE, or D (Plain) + 2 years 3 semesters FT/ Evening/Weekend 25,500/=/semester ALL -Certificate in Social Work relevant work experience; and D (Plain in ENG/KIS) -Certificate in Disaster Management -Certificate in Leadership & Public Admin. Certificate in Information & Communication Mean grade D+ at KCSE OR A Computer Literacy 4 months: Full-time or Work-based Day, Evening or Weekend 30,000/=/course ALL Technology Certificate from a Senate-recognized institution Mean grade D+ at KCSE and a D+ in Math OR a Diploma, Certificate in Advanced Software Engineering Degree, Computer Literacy Certificate from a Senate- 6 months /2 terms: Full-time or Work-based Day, Evening or Weekend 48,000/=/course ALL recognized institution Certificate in Environmental Impact Assessment KCSE OR a certificate from a Senate-recognized institution 6 months: Full-time or Work-based, Day, Evening or Weekend 40,000/=/term x 2 ALL and Audit Certificate in Computer Literacy/Packages KCSE holder 3 months: Full-time or Work-based Day, Evening or Weekend 15,000/=/course ALL -Certificate in National Cohesion, Values and Principles of Governance KCSE holders and above 1 semester (4 months): Full-time or Work-based Day, Evening or Weekend 15,000/course ALL - Certificate in HIV/AIDS Management Certificate in Bridging in all KCSE subjects KCSE holder 3 months: Full-time or Work-based Day, Evening or Weekend 15,000/=/course ALL (Math, Biol, Phys, Chem, English, Kisw) Students registered with KASNEB Sections 1 & 2 10,000/= ALL CPA/CPS Students registered with KASNEB Sections 3 & 4 Full-time or Work- 12,000/= ALL Sections 1 – 6 based Day, Evening Students registered with KASNEB Sections 5 & 6 or Weekend 15,000/= ALL KATC Intermediate and Final Students registered with KASNEB 9,000/= ALL POSTGRADUATEPOSTGRADUATE PROGRAMMES Post-graduate Diploma in Education First degree with two teaching subjects 1 year School-Based 34,000/=/ block ALL M.Sc. in Bachelor’s degree from a related discipline from institutions recognized by the Senate In addition, BScN degree graduates who meet the following criteria are Nursing eligible to apply: A holder of a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree (BScN) from CU or an accredited university and recognized by CU Senate and clinical work experience and preferably currently working (worked) in the relevant specialized area; Bachelor of Science in Nursing from a programme accredited by a 2 years Full-time or 82,500/= per nationally recognized nursing regulatory council. The following must be submitted prior to the admission: -Registered nurse licensure in the country in which the Work-Based; Day, session with 3 MAIN candidate will complete practical experience; CUE will appraise the applicant. -International applicants will be required to have their certificates verified by the Evening or Weekend sessions per year Nursing Council of Kenya; -A complete set of officially certified copies of official transcripts, degrees, diplomas and certificate copies from university or college; - Supporting recommendations from at least two persons who are well-acquainted with the applicant’s previous academic work and professional experience. - Submission of a goal statement (short-term and long-term goals) in becoming an advanced practice nurse. The statement should summarize past education, training and experience as well as interests and future aims. -Curriculum vitae. -Personal interview may be required Post -graduate Diploma in Education, M.Sc. in Nursing, M.A. in Criminology, Security and Justice Studies; M.A. in English Language and Linguistics; M.A. in Geography; M.A. in History; M.A. in Kisw; M.A. in Literature; M.A. in Public Administration and International Relations; M.A. in Religious Studies; Bachelor’s degree from M.A. in Sociology; Master of Business Administration; M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction; M.Ed. in Educational Foundations; M.Ed. in Educational a related discipline with 34,000/= to Management; M.Ed. in Guidance and Counselling; M.Ed. in Science Education; Master of Journalism and Mass Communication; M.Sc. in Agribusiness a second class honours 67,500/=, Management; M.Sc. in Agricultural Economics; M.Sc. in Agronomy; M.Sc. in Animal Nutrition; M.Sc. in Applied Math; M.Sc. in Applied Statistics; M.Sc. upper and above, or depending on the ALL as directed 2 years Full-time or in BioChem; M.Sc. in Botany (Genetics); M.Sc. in Botany (MicroBiol and Biotechnology); M.Sc. in Botany (Plant Pathology); M.Sc. in Chem; M.Sc. in lower and at least two programme and by the Graduate Work-Based; Day, Community Studies and Extension; M.Sc. in Crop Protection; M.Sc. in Dryland Agriculture; M.Sc. in Economics; M.Sc. in Entrepreneurship and years related work mode of study. 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24 Education News january 11 - 23, 2017 kisii nyanza homabay Obera Boys bounces back bera Boys Secondary exams cancellation and withhold- School bounced back into ing of results due to irregularities. Othe academic limelight with Omondi said the past experi- an impressive performance after a ences made the entire leadership spate of challenges in the past few of the school to embark on hard years. work to bring the institution back With a mean score of 5.2, the to where it was. school managed to beat academic Teachers Service Commission giants in Ndhiwa Sub-County. The (TSC) Director, Diosianah Ahin- Parents at one Principal Martin Omondi attributed dukha confirmed to the press that of the open the performance to hard work and most schools in the region regis- change of attitude among learners tered poor performances compared air markets in and the community. He said the to the past. Kisii town buy school had faced two consecutive - John Ochieng second hand text books. Photo/Stephen Maranga migori Kanga High emerges best in KCSE exams

anga High School braved students. He hopes to pursue a tough examination rules degree in neurosurgeon at the Parents go for second-hand Kto emerge the best in the university. entire county, with a mean score The school Principal, Mi- of 8.2. chael Gweno attributed the per- The boys’ National School formance to hard work of teach- books as economy hits hard had a total of 237 students who ers, Board of Management and scored the university entry points parents for fulfilling the wish By Stephen Maranga second -handbook sellers along schools at the same time unlike of at least a C plus. Forty of the of the founder of the school, Moi Avenue, Hospital road and before. candidates scored a mean grade the late Hezekiah Oyugi. Other isii town Central Busi- Ogembo streets a head of the He, however, said the main of A-, 48 had B+, 54 B Plain,56 schools that also performed well ness District [CBD] first term which begun on Janu- challenge was County Govern- B- and 44C+. in the county included Kodero Kwas a beehive of ac- ary 4. ment enforcement officers who Brian Linus Okoth, 18, man- Bara with a mean score of 7.2, tivities as hundreds of parents, One parent, John Arika sometimes confiscate and store aged a plain A to become the Kanyawanga 7.1 and Rapogi guardians, students and pupils said decision to opt to go to the their wares, in addition to pri- counties’ best candidate. He at- Boys attaining 7.6. flocked to the open air markets streets for second-handbooks vate vehicle occupying their tributed his sterling performance - John Ochieng to buy second hand text books. was because of the friendly selling spaces and abrupt heavy to dedication of teachers and Most education stakehold- prices, availability and time afternoon rains. ers have opted for second- saving. Asked about the security of handbooks due to their easy Seasoned second-handbook the books, Simba said they hire nyamira selection and openness than in seller, Jared Simba said they spaces and have total trust of most shops. recorded high sales this time community policing teams who County sets up Sh100m Bursary Fund Education News established round due to the opening of man the town day and night. that there was an increase in both Primary and secondary he County Government has thing has been done to ensure the set up a Sh100 million edu- cash is available for schools use. Tcation bursary kitty for needy "It is expected that the rate of migori siaya kisii students who will be joining high enrollment in secondary schools will school. increase due to the effort and to have Kibuon School This is the first time the devolved the funds available for needy learners 13 students get County unit is undertaking the programme who otherwise would not join high upsets academic Equity Bank challenged to which will benefit more than 5,000 school," she said during the launch of needy children. Education Executive the programme. giants scholarships support ECDE Dr Janet Komenda and her Chief - Ongondi Nyakundi ibuon Mixed Secondary Officer, Fridah Nyaboga said every- School in Nyatike Constit- hirteen bright needy stu- Kuency is set to take 15 students have been picked he County Government siaya dents to university for the first time Tfrom Bondo and Rarieda has been challenged to in- in four years following the release of sub-counties to benefit from Eq- Tcrease investment in Early the 2016 KCSE exam results. uity Bank’s scholarships under the Childhood Development Educa- Poor KCSE results blamed on intimidation The Principal of the school based 2017 Wings to Fly Programme. tion (ECDE) so as to empower in semi-arid area around Lake Victo- Equity Bank Bondo branch pre-school level pupils. oor results in the 2016 KCSE 6.83 with the first four students scoring Manager, Javan Odera said, they “Most of our schools don’t exams have been attributed to A-. ria, Kennedy intimidation and anxiety. County Director of Education, Ebi Adero said the have picked six girls and seven have enough pre-school teachers P Teachers argued that drop in per- Kegode said the performance of the institution has boys who scored 350 marks and and classrooms. The county ought formance was anticipated following whole country was not good. above in 2016 KCPE examina- been the biggest to set aside more money for em- tough guidelines on examination is- By Erick Nyayiera tions. ploying of more teachers. beneficiary of sued by Education Cabinet Secretary, Speaking during the flagging The foundation of a child lies Dr Fred Matiang’i. the strict invigi- off ceremony for the beneficia- in the hands of good teachers,” Speaking to Education News, last lation of the na- ries at Jaramogi Oginga Odinga said Dr Eric Maangi, a lecturer Barding Boys High School Principal, tional examinations, taking the high- Recreational Park in Bondo town, at Kabianga University who was Victor Makanda maintained that lack est number of students to university he stated that 13 students were speaking during a graduation cer- of interaction between teachers and stu- out of 50 candidates. picked from over 200 applicants emony at Riverbank ECD College dents to aid revision could have been who were subjected to a rigorous one of the causes to poor performance. Among the successful candi- in Kisii Central Sub-county. A to- "The kind of intimidations and dates were Daniel Ogono, 23, who interview to ascertain their level tal of 36 students were conferred monitoring of examination caused got a B plain and Samson Chawache, of need. with Certificates and Diplomas. fear and panic. Sometimes schools 42, (pictured) who got a C plus and He decried the huge number of ECD Assistant Director, Je- would have over five police vehicles bright but needy students in the re- has four children and a wife. riah Sarange said though a lot of and education officials," explained the gion and pleaded with well- wish- resources have been invested in principal. Both were fishermen at Lwanda ers and other likeminded institu- the sector she will escalate the Barding Boys was among top Konyango Beach before they re- tions to also come in to support concerns to have more classrooms schools which scored highly in 2015 sumed education at the school. such scholarship programmes. built and teachers employed. KCSE exams, getting 10.85 points Victor Makanda, Barding - John Ochieng - Erick Nyayiera - Elijah Nyaanga with 30 students scoring As unlike this year where it recorded a mean score of High School Principal january 11 - 23, 2017 Education News 25 Court stops TSC from transferring teachers, pupils

States Justice Wasilwa: “Temporary 1992 by Nairobi City Council (now Nairobi county) – Nairobi Central Zone. The school injunction be and is hereby issued against the County Government) basically to cater for has been receiving Free Primary Education respondent (TSC) by themselves, their agents, the children of employees of Nairobi City (FPE) funds through Nairobi County. More servants or whoever from transferring the Council Water and Sewerage Department at so, teachers have been posted to Ng’ethu personal files of teachers of Ng’ethu Primary Ng’ethu Water Works Treatment Plant. Water Works Primary School from Nairobi School to the TSC County Director – Kiambu The union and the Board further argued – Code 14701-101-4126 which was scrapped pending the hearing and determination of this that there was no reason to transfer the from the Integrated Personal Payroll Database application. teachers and pupils to Kiambu because (IPPD),” states the BOM Chairman, Joshua “Take notice that any disobedience or since inception of the institution, City Water Wanguru and the Head teacher Joseph Kiarie non-observance of the order of the court given and Sewerage Department (now Nairobi who is also the Board’s Secretary. on the 15th day of December, 2016 served Water and Sewerage Company) and Nairobi KNUT Nairobi branch Executive herewith will result in penal consequences County Education Department have been Secretary, Macharia Mugwe states that to you and any other person(s) so disobeying providing the school with free transport, despite the school being located in Ng’ethu Macharia Mugwe, Nairobi KNUT and not observing the same. water, electricity, security, financial assistance, area of Thika North – Kiambu County, pupils Secretary “And further, that if this order is not tapping talent and supporting the facility with have been sitting exams from Nairobi with obeyed, an application shall be made citing equipment for co-curriculum activities. their teachers also being administered from By Staff Reporter you (TSC) and any other such person(s) so States KNUT/BOM in the affidavit: Nairobi. disobeying for contempt of court seeking “Transferring the school to Kiambu County The institution has been participating in he Employment and Labour Relations therein your detention and other punishment means losing all the benefits and the purpose co-curriculum activities- sports, music, drama, Court has issued orders stopping for you and such person(s) together with any of having an institution of this kind as earlier debate, seminars/workshops in Nairobi. TTeachers Service Commission (TSC) other remedy available in law.” projected.” The Board/KNUT is now challenging from transferring 225 pupils and 18 teachers In November 2016, TSC Deputy The Union and the Board wonder why TSC Nairobi County Director, Abdkadir of Ng’ethu Water Works Primary School County Director for Nairobi, Bernard the school is being transferred now…..24 Hassan Ali to produce documents from administered in Nairobi Metropolis to Kimachos, in a letter to affected teachers, years since its inception. Nairobi Education Board which sanctioned Kiambu County. said that Ng’ethu Water Works Primary “TSC’s action is baseless as they acted the transfer of the school, teachers and pupils Lady Justice Hellen Wasilwa sitting in School currently sponsored by Nairobi Water without consultation as it is required by to Kiambu County. Nairobi has issued temporary stay orders to Company of Nairobi County Government law. The Commission never consulted The Board claims that there has been the Commission not to transfer the personal will now be administered by Kiambu County Nairobi Governor’s Office, the Department antagonism between the Director of IPPD files of the teachers of Ng’ethu Primary Government; hence the files of teachers and of Education, Head teacher (TSC Agent), and the teaching staff since August 2011 School to the TSC Director – Kiambu County the personal details of the pupils have to be KNUT, Teachers Parents Association or when the Commission withdrew House until an application filed by Kenya National transferred to Kiambu County. Nairobi Water Company, which is the allowance payable to Ng’ethu Water Works Union of Teachers (KNUT) on the transfer KNUT and the Board of Management institution’s sponsor. Primary School teachers at the rate of Nairobi of 18 teachers and 225 pupils is heard inter- of the school protested against the purported “Since establishment, the school has all County. This allowance is slightly higher the parties on February 21, 2017. transfer, arguing that the school was started in along been in Starehe District (Starehe Sub- rate paid to teachers in Kiambu County.

Kemeloi Boys High School maintains excellent performance By Stephen Makabila continue to remain above board. electric water pump, school bus, con- “As a school, we have ensured we struction of some classes and a new emeloi Boys High School in undertake Continuous Assessment Tests dormitory. Nandi County has maintained (CATS) after completion of syllabus and The school which has a popula- its excellent performance in we also have support from the Board of tion of over 500 is located in Aldai K constituency in Nandi South district the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Management (BOM) and Parents As- Education (KCSE) results for year sociation (PA) who assist in challenges was started in 1942 as an intermedi- 2016, making it one of the best schools such as teachers’ shortage. Without their ate school. It is one of the oldest in the not only in the county but across the support, we cannot afford to remain con- county. expansive Rift Valley region and na- sistent,” added Mise. In 1972, the school status changed from an intermediate school to a Gov- tionally. Administration block Currently, the school has 13 teachers The 2016 results released by Edu- from the Teachers Service Commission ernment assisted school and it ran as a mixed school until 2004 when the last cation Cabinet Secretary Dr. Fred sition rate,” the Principal Mr. Gerishom (TSC) and 10 employed by the BOM. group of girls was phased out to start a Matiangi in Mombasa, saw Kemeloi Mise told Education News in an inter- Among projects initiated by the cur- girls’ school nearby. secure a Mean-Grade of 7.426, one of view. rent BOM and PA at the school include an Among some of its challenges, ac- the highest in the Rift Valley region. Mise further noted, “We have taken cording to the principal, include lack And out of the 123 candidates who to the resilience, patience, endurance of adequate dormitories, tuition block, were registered for KCSE in year 2016, and determination that is characteristic dining facilities and a library. 95 of them managed to score grade C of the great athletes from this region. We The school owes much to former Plus and above, securing direct entry are well in the race of putting this school Higher Education Minister Dr. Sally to public universities in year 2017. on the Kenyan map while making our Kosgei, who years back earmarked it The School, thus, is a tapestry of contribution count in churning out great to benefit from funding. He contribut- rich history interacting with academic minds,” noted Mise. ed towards construction of an admin- brilliance and sheer determination, The school had 8 candidates scoring istration, tuition block and a new gate which has resulted in an unending B+, 19 candidates scoring B, 24 candi- School Bus and septic tank. fountain of excellence. dates scoring B- and 44 candidates scor- “This is good performance because ing C+. KEMELOI BOYS SEC SCHOOL 2016 RESULTS with 93 gaining direct entry to public Further, 22 candidates managed to KEMELOI BOYS CANDIDATES SEC WITH SCHOOL B [PLAIN} AND ABOVE 2016 RESULTS universities, that is a 77 per cent tran- score C plain and 3 candidates a C-, while CANDIDATES WITH B [PLAIN} AND ABOVE the last 2 candidates had a D+. POINTS GRADE NAME POINTS GRADE NAME Mise attributes consistence in per- 1 73 B+ KIPYEGO GEOFREY 15 64 B KIPLAGAT COSMAS 2 73 B+ ODARI EDWIN 15 64 B CHERUIYOT NATHAN KIPROP formance to hard work by candidates in 3 71 B+ KIPKIRUI KENETH 15 64 B KIMUTAI PHILEMON particular and all students in general and 4 71 B+ KIPLAGAT DAN 18 63 B KIPKOECH SHELDON teamwork by teachers who are fully com- 5 70 B+ KIPKEMBOI ABEL 19 62 B KIPYEGO KIPKEMBOI VICTOR 6 69 B+ KIPROP PETER LIMO 19 62 B KIPKORIR VINCENT mitted in ensuring good results is main- 7 68 B+ KIPNGETICH BASIL 19 62 B RAYNOLD KIPTOO tained year in year out. 7 68 B+ KIPKEMBOI BRIAN 19 62 B ROTICH KIPTOO EMANUEL He told Education News that discipline 9 66 B MUKOYANI DENIS 23 61 B KIPTUM ELI 9 66 B KIPNGETICH KOECH CLIFTON 24 60 B OMULLO JARED ONYANGO and proper time management by both stu- 9 66 B MIHESO BRIAN 24 60 B AUSTIN MBUI JAN dents and members of the teaching staff, 12 65 B KELVIN KIPCHUMBA 24 60 B SUGE BRIAN KIPROP as well as bench-marking with other top 12 65 B NYABERA DENIS 24 60 B KIPKOSGEI DANIEL 12 G5 B KIPCHUMBA BETHWEL School Entrance performing schools and occasional motivational talks have also seen the school 26 Education News january 11 - 23, 2017 kakamega western busia Severely beaten Form Two student dies Form Two student at Chebu- her father, after he spotted her walk- kaka Girls High school died ing with a boy from Akobwait shop- Aafter she was allegedly beat- ping centre. The father then went to en by her father. report to Kotur police post where he Shemin Nanjala from Akobwait was locked up. village in Teso South Sub-County The deceased’s elder brother; died shortly after arriving at Amu- Haji Emodo says his sister had a kura Sub-County hospital where heart problem and could lose con- she was rushed by her elder brother scious anytime she was shocked or Ms Babra Obai of in unconscious state. beaten. St Marys mumias This is after she was caned by - Charles Ojiambo high with his parents teachers bungoma and the student is lifted high dur- Kamusinga leads County in KCSE ing the celebra- tion riends School Kamusinga re- above. tained position one in the coun- Patrick Wandili, the school princi- Fty after posting a mean grade of pal attributed the success to co-opera- 9.628 and producing the best candi- tion and hard work among stakehold- date in the region who scored an A. ers. The school recorded A- 7, B+ 19, The school’s Principal Edwin B 45, B- 66, C+ 73, C 69, C- 50,D+ Namachanja argued that despite the 20,D 10. He said despite huge popula- Joy as schools shine fact the mean grade dropped from tion the school managed a 58 per cent the previous year, when the school pass with a mean grade of 6.9, adding posted a mean grade of 10.2, they are that it is also looking forward to im- contented with the results. The school proved results in next year’s results. in KCSE exams posted 1 A plain, A- 76, B+ 62, B 44, At Chesamisi High School, the B- 21, + 14, C 7 and D+ is 1. school recorded 5As, 35B+, 43Bs, By Richard Shichangi girl was highly disciplined and hard At Butere Boys, the Principal, He said the school maintained 55B-, 55C+, 52C, 35C-and 13Ds. working to warrant the grade. The Edward Odera welcomed the re- the overall mean score of B+ and are The school Principal John Wak- elebrations and joy en- girl said she plans to pursue medi- sults, saying the boys received what looking forward to improving the re- wabubi was contented with the results sults in next year’s results. having posted a mean score of 7.325 gulfed most schools across cine and become neuro surgeon in was right for them, observing that At St Luke’s Kimilili Boys High with 193 candidates having scored a Cthe county soon after the future. the school recorded improvement School 210 candidates out of 359 mean grade of C+ and above thereby announcement of 2016 KCSE exam At Kakamega High School, the in quality grades where A minus managed to get a direct entry to qualifying for a direct entry to public results. principal, Oliver Minishi welcomed moved from 6 to 7 this year and university after scoring the university. - Godfrey Wamalwa Spot check by Education News the results, saying it was the true also the number of university entry minimum grade required of C+ and revealed that in Mumias at St Marys reflection of the hard work of the almost doubled from 38 to 75 this Girls High School, it was dancing boys, saying they managed to top year. busia and jubilation after the school real- not only in the county but in the But it was St Betas Bukaya ized that they had produced the best whole country as well after record- Secondary in Mumias West that MP condemns new school directive girl in the county. ing an A plain. carried the day after recording the utula MP Michael vantage many pupils Ms Babra Obayi stole the lime- At St Charles Lwanga Mukumu lone and only A plain grade in the Onyura (pictured) and students. light after recording A minus grades the school director brother Francis county. Master Manasseh Akwanda Bhas termed a direc- “Closing these of 78 points to lead the highly com- Okaye said the boys got what they captured the limelight after get- tive by the Government schools will be as petitive exam in the country. deserved and promised to work ting A plain of 81 points to land the to close all new schools good as punish- The school Deputy Principal hard to improve on this year results coveted first position in the county which are not registered ing the pupils and as unfair arguing that it students who are Ms Doreen Sena observed that the as well. overall. will affect education of learning there,” said thousands of learners es- Onyura. pecially in the constitu- Education Cabi- vihiga ency. net Secretary Dr. Fred Mating’i is- kakamega He said there are two primary sued a directive late last year to all and four new unregistered second- County Education Directors to en- Kuppet upbeat ary schools started by parents to help sure all schools which are not reg- School Heads moved in County their children get education and if istered are not re-opened in January over KCSE they will be closed they will disad- this year. - Charles Ojiambo By Leonard Angatia results enya Union of Post Primary eveye Friends Girls Education Teachers (KUP- bungoma School has a new prin- PET) branch has hailed Kcipal, Christine Sifuna Kthe Ministry of Education and Ke- St Paul’s Kibabii TTC holds from Namachanja High School nya National Examination Council in Bungoma County. She re- (KNEC) for change of tactics in na- places Judy Ngome interdicted tional examinations. 7th Graduation Ceremony by Education Cabinet Secre- Executive Secretary Harrison tary Dr Fred Matiang'i earlier. Otota said though the region is one of t Paul’s Kibabii Diploma you all and I believe the quality train- Kisangula Secondary those with either few or none A plain Teachers Training College ing that you have received here will in last year's KCSE results people (KDTTC) recently held its open doors for you in the future,” he School has received Pamela S should be contented with results and Graduation Ceremony where over said. Nyagoha who was a deputy at stop shifting blames. 322 graduands were conferred with - Godfrey Wamalwa Igunga Girls. This is follows He said results were doctored Certificates and Diplomas. retirement of Elijah Moga. in the past and Kenya risked be- At an event held on November, Emanda Secondary School ing banned from taking its students 17, 2016, 82 graduands received whose head teacher Anne Mu- Boys School. overseas to pursue further education, Certificates in Early Childhood De- chai retired has received Mary TSC Deputy County Di- something which could affect the velopment Education (ECDE) and Ambasa deputy from Kisangu- rector, Langat Cheruiyot (pic- economy and the country's ego. 240 students were awarded Diploma la Secondary School. tured) said the transfers will "Results may not be very pleas- in Technical Education. The cer- Kibagala Secondary School benefit will help improve- per ing because expectations could be emony took place at the Graduation formance. higher. But if these results are a true Pavilion, situated on the KDTTC head teacher Gideon Muguhely reflection of our learners then so be grounds. who was re-deployed back to "We expect the new heads to settle quickly and improve it," said Otota told Education News The College’s Chief Principal, class at chavakali High school in his office. Saul Barasa, congratulated the grad- left a vacuum for Paul Kigosi on where the outgoing counter- - Leonard Angatia uates for their achievements and hard Saul Barasa, Principal, who was a deputy at Vihiga parts left," he said. work. “It has been a long journey for Kibabii Diploma TTC january 11 - 23, 2017 Education News 27 Nkuene Girls posts impressive results to emerge top

By Titus Murithi

kuene Girls High School posted the Nmost improved mean score to 7.5 in the 2016 Ke- nya Certificate for Second- ary Education (KCSE) as other schools in Meru County recorded a drop in performance. Kimathi Immaculate Kangai Joy Kendi Patricia Kanana Susan Kinya Makandi Catherine The School was ranked A- 76 Points A- 75 Points B+ 73 Points B+ 73 Points B+ 72 Points 3rd in Meru County after St Mary’s Girls Igoji and Meru School, who took first and second position respectively. It had two candidates scoring A-, 14 with B+ (plus), 20 B (Plain), 27 B-(Minus), 26 C+ (plus), 11 C (Plain) , 13 C- (Minus) and 6 students scoring D+ (plus). Nkuene Girls posted a mean score of 7.5 compared Kinanu Lydia Kinya Mwirigi Kinya Nancy Mwiti Mwendwa Jacinta Chege Lucy Njeri Kairo K Betty to 6.7 in 2015, recording the B+ 72 Points B+ 71 Points B+ 71 Points B+ 70 Points B+ 69 Points most improved performance in Meru County. Mrs. Dinar of Management members as teaching staff. school’s sterling performance. Gitonga, the School’s Prin- ful roles. These sentiments describe Mrs Gitonga as a well as non-teaching staff “Discipline and hard Mrs. Ann Kirimi, the school’s cipal told Education News in are also shared by Mr. Mwir- caring and loving mother who have given us tremendous work by students, dedicated Chemistry/Mathematics her office said that discipline igi Magiri, also a member of has tender motherly love. support with one of them teamwork between teaching Teacher said Mrs Gitonga co- and hard work by students as the teaching staff. They described her as elegant doing playing their role ef- staff and the whole school ordination and astute leader- well as teamwork between Miss Jackline Wanjiru and a great role model to fel- fectively and diligently to im- fraternity has enabled us ship skills have ensured that teachers, parents and mem- Mworia, the School’s Presi- low teachers. prove the school’s academic post good results” said Mrs students, teachers and other bers of the Board of Manage- dent and a section of students performance,” said the Prin- Mwangi. stakeholders play their right- ment led to the sterling per- cipal. Due to excellent team formance. Mrs. Lydia Marete work, Mrs. Gitonga and her “We are also God fearing Mwangi, the School’s Deputy Deputy routinely delegate and hold a lot of prayer ses- Principal said Nkuene Girls duties to Curriculum Master sions in this school. We have students are among the most or Teacher on Duty or any disciplined students and a disciplined in the County. Heads of Department to act dedicated teaching staff that She also attributed the good on their behalf. also serves as a role model,” performance in KCSE to dis- Mrs Gitonga is highly said Mrs Gitonga. cipline and hard work by stu- regarded by all at Nkuene “Parents as well as Board dents as well as a dedicated Girls as the force behind the

Weru Boarding School posts impressive results The current Nkuene girls form four class with the Principal (standing 7th left) deputy (3rd right) and some teachers (white coats) and the PTA Chairman Silas Giteiji, far left.

Mercy school strives to change education fortunes

By Meru Mathenge learners, encompassing peer teaching, us- Other monies towards the school’s development ing ability groups and child centered les- have been raised by the diocese. juguna Joseck Mwangi topped in sons as a profound basis for delivery in Previously, the institution has received donations the K.C.P.E examination at Weru our classrooms. Classroom participation from the Governors, Daniel Waithaka of Nyandarua and NBoarding School in 2016 by scor- has also been emphasized greatly,” said Joshua Irungu of Laikipia.There has also been a finan- ing 387 marks. He has since been admitted Gichimu. cial back up from the Deputy President, William Ruto. to Nyeri High School. Second was Mureu “A total of 43 candidates sat the ex- The Mercy School is a mixed day and boarding Jonathan Mugo with 371 marks. He will amination in 2016 with 10 students secur- high school. But the school’s strategic plan also puts be joining Njabini Boys. Third placed ing admission to Extra County schools. into consideration the erecting of a complex which will Njoroge Robert Carlos, scored 363 marks Another 16 got admitted to County schools encompass a primary, a secondary, a technical school and is headed to Magumu High. The best such as Leshau Boys, Salient, Kalou, Ga- and a retreat center. girl, Nyaguthii Faith Wanjiru, scored 362 timu Girls, Ndaragwa Girls, Shamata and ``The diocese has also put forward a plan to spon- marks and will join Narumoru Girls. sor two orphans for four years as from this year.” noted Wanjohi. Mercy Mixed Boarding Secondary School. Overall, the Nyandarua West based “Weru Boarding School programme the diocesan administrative secretary,Rev.Anthony Weru Boarding recorded a mean score of has also largely employed weekly writing Wanjahi.The school’s principal is Benson Kamotho. 310.86, an improvement from 309.22 post- exercises to reinforce on language perfor- By Meru Mathenge ed in the 2015 KCPE examinations. mance with Science practical forming a The School recorded a mean score of cornerstone in understanding key concepts Mercy mixed secondary school Bound by the motto: Quality education nur- 65.81 in English, Kiswahili 58.86, Math- in the subject. The school presented items tured in reference to God, Mercy School in Ol Ka- ematics 63.09, Science at 62.07 and Social at the national level in music festivals. It A mixed day and boarding school. lou is owned and sponsored by the Anglican Church Studies and Religious Education had a also did well in drama, athletics and ball Is inviting applications for 2017 in forms 1 and 2. of Kenya. mean score of 61.02. games where it defeated several regional The school has: The school was started in 2016 under the lead- The school’s head, Gichimu S. Peter, champions.  Graduate teachers registered by t.s.c ership of the current bishop, Stephen Kabora.But attributed the school’s impressive perfor- “The school has an assortment of  A fully equipped laboratory and a library its plaque was to be inaugurated later by the retired mance to early syllabus coverage, coopera- clubs like debate and 4k, which help to  Varied sports facilities Bishop Eliud Wabukala. tion between the various stakeholders and cultivate the values of self-reliance, inde-  The school participates in cocurricular activities like The land where the school stands today was a situation of highly motivated teachers pendence and imparts skills on dairy farm- music and drama donated by Sarah Ngumi.But it is through the will and pupils. ing and social responsibility. The pupils  Subsidized school fees of Rev.Canon Gillian Coaisaz of Leicester, United “We hope to increase the mean score also do community work like cleaning the  A contemporary digital teaching platform underway. Kingdom, that it has been possible to put up one to 350 marks over the next two years. The town, tree planting and participating in the building which constitutes a block of four classes specific strategies that we have put in place local hospice walk,” said Gichimu. The school is picking those who got over 270 marks. include giving special attention to weaker and two dormitories. Please call:0721568701 or 0726293173 for adm State plans to launch sports scholarships - Pg 17 Education INSIDE 600 Kerio teachers may not resume work over insecurity - Pg 19 The Best Selling Newspaper on Education january 11 - 23, 2017 State Varsities underfunded, says report

By John Machio

ocal universities are poorly funded that they cannot afford to conduct significant Lresearch work, findings of a recent survey reveals. Despite being a critical part of any Univer- sity, funding of research projects has proved to be a major challenge to the Ministry of Educa- tion, Science and Technology. Public varsities cannot even run successful training programmes, a survey conducted by the Commission for University Education (CUE) now reveals. The Commission in a report, the first of its kind, states that the University sector received a total income of Sh345.9 billion from all the four income streams, namely Government capitation, Student fees, Research grants and Prof Collet Suda Prof David Some Dr Fred Matiang’i other incomes. universities. sity education has been invaluable. Of this figure, Public universities received menting the programme. “Public universities were the only recipi- This support has increased access to Uni- the highest share of Sh279.6 billion, while Pri- “Though this model is supposed to en- ent of Government capitation for the period versity Education for many students. There vate Universities received Sh66.3 billion. Pri- sure equality in allocation of public finance, under consideration at Sh133.4 billion. All the is therefore need for the Government to offer vate Universities did not receive any income it is very important that universities provide universities received a total of Sh 16 billion more support by increasing budgetary alloca- from the Government; this explains their low accurate data for effectiveness. The use of infor research during the period. Of this, Private tion to HELB. income. accurate data in allocating finances using the universities received Sh1.5 billion compared The Commission notes that research is one In Public universities, the highest income DUC model will negate the very reason it was to Public universities which received a sum of of the key objectives of University Education, was received from students’ fees at Sh 171.7 proposed in the first place. This is ensuring eq- Sh14.5 billion,” states the CUE report as seen hence, the importance of research needs to be billion with the Government adding an addi- uity in allocation of Government finances,” the by Education News. emphasized to create new ideas and innova- tional Sh133, 398.26 billion. Research grants report states. Students’ fees contributed 50 per cent of tions that drive economic growth. was Sh14, 495.33 billion with other incomes The report points out that underfunding of total income for universities. Government cap- The need to strengthen a research culture in standing at Sh13, 801.49 billion, bringing the universities require all stakeholders to exploit itation contributed 39 per cent, other incomes universities is necessary to drive the country’s total to Sh279, 617.98 billion. alternative and more innovative financing ap- contributed 7 per cent which Research Grants development agenda. It is therefore imperative Private universities did not receive a penny proaches. comprised 5 per cent of total income. that the Government enhances financial sup- from the State but raised Sh 53.8 billion from “Since the bulk of University Education “In Public Universities, 48per cent of their port to university research. students’ fee; Sh 1,480.64 billon in research financing comes from domestic resources, Total Income was from Government Capita- “The number of students qualifying for grants and Sh11, 009.70 billion as other in- political will of the State is a critical factor in tion, 42 per cent from Students’ Fees, 5 per cent University Education has been increasing but comes, bringing the total to Sh 66,295.22 bil- national resource mobilization. as Other Incomes also comprised 5 per cent of due to the limited number of places in Pub- lion. “In recent years, there has been rapid ex- Total Income. Students’ fees contributed 81per lic universities, fewer students are enrolled Arguably, the highest income for universi- pansion of universities, increased enrolment of cent of Private Universities’ Total income, through very few of them are enrolled through ties, both public and private, came from stu- students and greater diversity of courses and Other Incomes contributed 17 per cent and Re- state sponsorship. dents’ fee at Shs171.7 billion and Sh 53.8 bil- programmes offered. Thus, the myth that all search Grants contributed only 2 per cent,” the “There is need to devise more innovative lion respectively. universities are identical and should therefore CUE findings reveal. ways to ensure more students who qualify can “Although the main source of income for be funded equally is no longer sustainable,” In its recommendations, CUE states that access University Education. This is the only Private Universities was students’ fees, Public said the CUE report. there is need to implement Differentiated Unit way to ensure the country’s resource develop- universities had the largest share of the income The report further notes that the contribu- Cost (DUC) so that different programmes are ment capacity to record significant economic from students’ fees receiving Sh 117.9 billion tion of Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) funded according to actual cost of the imple- growth and development is enhanced. compared to Sh53.8 billion received by Private in supporting needy students to access univer- New syllabus to promote creativity

By Our Reporter and Creativity; Citizenship; Digital Literacy; Agriculture; Science and Technology; Math- Learning to Learn; and Efficiency. ematics; Religious Education (CRE/IRE/HRE), he proposed curriculum for Basic Educa- Early Years Education (One to Seven years) Moral and Life Skills Education; Creative Arts tion to be launched end of January, this will cover Pre-primary (two year) and Lower (Art, Craft and Music); Physical and Health Ed- year focuses mainly on creativity, critical primary (Three years). In Pre-primary learners ucation; Social Studies (Citizenship, Geography, T History); Foreign languages (Arabic, French, thinking and problem solving, Education News will cover Languages, Mathematics, Environ- has established. mental studies, Psychomotor and Creative ac- German, Chinese), and Indigenous languages. The curriculum review exercise nearing tivities, Religious and Moral studies. Learning areas for students in Junior Sec- completion conceptualized Curriculum Reform In Lower primary, pupils will be expected to ondary include English, Kiswahili or KSL for Policy, Needs Assessment Study and Stakehold- cover Literacy, Kiswahili language or KSL for learners who are deaf; Mathematics; Integrated ers Engagement. learners who are deaf; English language; Indig- Science; Health Education; Pre-technical and The review exercise which has been running enous languages; Mathematics (for day-to-day Pre-vocational Education; Social Studies; Re- for the last one year, according to documents living); Environmental studies (Science, Social ligious Education (CRE/IRE/HRE); Business seen by Education News centered on Organi- and Agriculture activities); Hygiene and Nutri- Studies; Agriculture; Life Skills Education; zation of Basic Education where areas covered tion; Moral, Religious and Life Skills; Move- Sports and Physical Education. included Curriculum Framework, Learning ment and Creative activities (Arts, Craft, Music Optional subjects, but with a maximum of Outcomes and Learning Areas. and Physical Education) two are: Home Science; Computer Science; On the Core Competencies for Basic Edu- Middle school education will cover learners Performing Arts; Foreign language – German, cation, areas covered in the curriculum include: in the age between nine and 14 years. In Upper French, Chinese, Arabic; Kenya Sign Language; Communication and Collaboration; Critical primary pupils will cover Kiswahili or KSL for Indigenous Languages and Visual Arts. Leah Rotich, Director-General, Thinking and Problem Solving; Imagination learners who are deaf; English; Home Science; Ministry of Education.

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By John Machio

he Teachers Service Commission (TSC) has effectively rolled out TSC trains, rolls out Teacher Ta Teacher Performance Appraisal System after training over 23,000 Head Teachers across Kenya as well as several members of Boards of Management, Edu- performance appraisals cation News has established. The Head teachers and Boards of Man- Approach, which entails Performance agement members were trained at various Contracting for Heads of primary and centres from December 19 to 23, 2016 on post-primary institutions and Perfor- Teacher Performance Appraisal Devel- mance Appraisal system for ordinary opment, ahead of opening of schools on teachers (Assistant Teachers). January 4th for the First Term session. The purpose of Performance Man- Prior to training Heads and Board agement System in the Teaching Ser- members, the Commission had trained vice is to improve performance stan- 141 Sub-county Directors and 1,031 Cur- dards and professionalism with a view riculum Support Officers to act as trainers to enhancing the image of the teaching of school Heads and Board members. profession and learning outcomes. In an Internal Memo (TSC/AGD/TM/ The Commission has developed an PRIEDE/VOL.1/5) dated December 14, open Performance Appraisal System 2016, the Commission Secretary/Chief for teachers. The aim of the system is Executive, Nancy Macharia said Curricu- to strengthen supervision, offer profes- lum Support Officers and the Sub-country sional support and continuously moni- Directors were trained to carry out train- tor the performance and conduct of ing of Head teachers and sensitize Boards teachers. of Management of schools under PRIEDE To this end, TSC County Director is Programme. required to coordinate institutionaliza- Funds to facilitate this training pro- tion of teacher performance appraisal; gramme were disbursed to the TSC monitor the conduct and performance County accounts where County Directors of teachers; ensure compliance to the were required to account for the money Wilson Sossion, Kenya National Union of Teachers (KNUT) Secretary requirements of the appraisal process; and submit returns to the TSC/PRIEDE General in a jig with Nancy Macharia, Teachers Service Commission prepare teacher appraisal report analy- Account. CEO during the union’s 59th Annual Delegates Conference held at sis and submit the same to TSC Head- During the sensitization workshops, Kasarani stadium recently. quarters. The County Director will also Heads and Board members were also tak- tools. The overview of performance con- ment were also discussed at length during arbitrate any disputes arising from the en through Teacher Performance Apprais- tracting, resource mobilization and par- the workshops. Performance Appraisal processes where al Development (TPAD) System, TPAD ents/community participation were also The Commission has embraced Re- necessary. teaching standards and TPAD operational covered. Conflicts in Boards of Manage- sult Based Performance Management Matiang’i: Education reforms will continue Visually impaired student pleads for help By Ongondi Nyakundi other Opposition leaders for their attack on the Education to finish school ducation Cabinet CS. We have never had such Secretary, Fred Matiang'i a hardworking and dedicated By Elijah Nyaanga News in Kisii town, Ogero said has maintained he will minister in the country like the his hope of becoming a law- E visually impaired stu- yer after secondary education continue fighting for reforms current one. We can engage in the sector despite negative politically on other issues but dent at Thika High is shrinking each passing day criticism from a section of not on education matters," he ASchool for the Blind passing, because his mother, politicians. said. has been forced to drop out of Jane Moraa Ogero, is not able According to the CS most He added: "Most of the school for lack of school fees. to pay for his school fees and of the deep-rooted cases of challenges are normal but Enock Ogari Ogero, 25, of his siblings. His mother is a peasant hawker in Kisii town. corruption being experienced we must do away with those from Bosigisa village in Boba- racho Ward, Nyaribari Chache The partial orphan, having in Kenya today started with people who always dwell on lost his father Samuel Ogero in propaganda." Constituency, was to join Form shortcuts that Kenyans chose to Two as from January 5, 2017. 1997, said a senior County offi- take in the Education sector. The CS called on the youth Speaking to Education cial has promised two separate Speaking at Mwongori to enroll for technical courses times that he could support him Secondary in Nyamira County, as he issued a certificate of in vain. He hopes the official Dr Matiang'i said he is ready to registration for Borabu Teachers will fulfill his promise. continue with same measures Training College. “I am forced to drop out of he pursued last year in the Matiang’i also announced school for lack of school fees. I administration of national that the Government had have gone through treacherous examinations both at primary allocated Sh20 million for the path, depending on well-wish- and secondary schools. construction of the college with ers from early primary but I am "There is no shortcut on the that are being spearheaded by an additional of Sh20 million left with no option but to defer progress we want to undertake President Uhuru Kenyatta," the from Borabu Constituency my studies because I have no in the Ministry of Education. CS added. Development Fund (CDF). school fees. I am required to We will no longer allow exam Matiang’i got the backing of "We have a funny situation have at least Sh40, 000 so that I cheating in our country. We Borabu MP Ben Momanyi who in Kenya where we have a can be allowed in school,” said need our children to grow as told off those who continue to high population of people with the second born in a family of responsible people," he said. attack Ministry of Education University papers yet we lack five. He said that children are the officials particularly the CS people with technical skills. He is appealing to any well- over the manner the government The government and most wisher (s) to intervene and sup- focus of the parents' struggle, port him to complete his sec- adding that there are no two handled the release of the international companies working Enock Ogari Ogero, the national examinations. visually impaired Form ondary education and pursue ways to life. "These are reforms in Kenya are forced to import his career of law. To complete Two student at Thika that are in line with the current "I want to go against my such skilled people because we Form 4, he is required to have Jubilee administration and Party Leader, Raila Odinga and lack the numbers," he added. High school for the Blind. at least Sh116, 000.