By Dr. Timothy Ombati Mokua School fires and violent strikes are rarely isolated acts of random indiscipline; they are the tragic, visible symptoms of deep-seated systemic failures within learning institutions. When students are subjected to environments marked by chronic hunger, severe congestion, poor sanitation, and emotional neglect, a volatile undercurrent of frustration builds continuously over […]

By Nyang’au Araka As schools open their doors for the second term, Senator Essy Okenyuri has captured a familiar moment in the lives of many families. It is a return marked not only by routines and timetables, but by emotions that often go unspoken. For students, Okenyuri acknowledges that going back to school rarely feels […]

By KPC Reporter The Kenya Institute of Management (KIM) has reassured students that it is actively addressing accreditation concerns raised by the Technical and Vocational Education and Training Authority (TVETA). The institution emphasized that measures are underway to resolve the matter and maintain confidence in its programs. In a statement dated April 21, 2026, KIM […]

By Ongaga Ongaga The Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS) has opened its online portal for the 2026/2027 university and college placement cycle. The applications are set to close on May 6, 2026. Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba announced the opening on Tuesday following a meeting with KUCCPS officials led by Chief Executive […]

By Josiah Kariuki Principal Secretary State Department of Broadcasting and Telecommunications Stephen Isaboke has called for stronger alumni involvement in schools, saying sustained engagement is key to improving education standards and mentoring future leaders. Speaking during a visit to his former school, Sameta High School, Isaboke urged former students to actively support institutions that shaped […]

By Esther Mwangi More than 300 students benefited from a free health screening exercise organised by Ruiru Community Clinic in partnership with local schools on Friday. The one-day event aimed to promote early detection of health issues among young people, particularly lifestyle-related conditions such as obesity and hypertension. According to the clinic’s director, Dr Lucy […]

By Nadir Al-Saidi I will never forget stepping into the cadaver lab for the first time. As the doors swung open, a sharp, sour wave of formaldehyde hit me and made my stomach churn. I pulled my thin polyester scrub shirt over my nose, but it did little to block the smell, let alone shield […]

By Jackline Mwende The Media Council of Kenya (MCK) internship program offers a valuable opportunity for students and recent graduates interested in journalism and media studies. This strategic program offers Kenyans pursuing careers in media and journalism a chance to work in a real media setting and gain practical skills. The internship program equips the […]