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Governor Wamatangi pledges greater support for chess after Kiambu team’s success in Uganda
June 23, 2026
DPP Ingonga approves 16 murder charges over deadly Utumishi Girls fire
June 23, 2026
PS Ololtua calls for national dialogue to address rising school unrest
June 23, 2026
How school heads can navigate issues of lesbianism and homosexuality in schools
June 23, 2026
Retired TSC teachers urged to join school boards and support community initiatives
June 23, 2026
Form Four student drowns in Lake Victoria during school music festival trip
June 23, 2026

Governor Wamatangi pledges greater support for chess after Kiambu team’s success in Uganda

June 23, 2026

Governor Wamatangi pledges greater support for chess after Kiambu team’s success in Uganda

Kiambu’s Under-18 chess team was celebrated after winning multiple medals at regional championships in Uganda. Governor Kimani Wamatangi pledged increased investment in chess and other intellectual sports. The county plans to introduce chess programmes in ECDE centres and expand youth talent development initiatives. Kiambu Governor Kimani Wamatangi has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to nurturing young…

DPP Ingonga approves 16 murder charges over deadly Utumishi Girls fire

June 23, 2026

DPP Ingonga approves 16 murder charges over deadly Utumishi Girls fire

Director of Public Prosecutions Renson Mulele Ingonga has approved murder charges against nine suspects linked to the Utumishi Girls tragedy. The suspects are expected to face 16 counts of murder corresponding to the number of students who died in the fire. The decision follows investigations by the Directorate of Criminal Investigations into the May 28…

PS Ololtua calls for national dialogue to address rising school unrest

June 23, 2026

PS Ololtua calls for national dialogue to address rising school unrest

Basic Education Principal Secretary Julius Bitok Ololtua has called for a national conversation on the growing cases of school unrest. The PS said patriotism, parental involvement and strengthened counselling programmes are key to restoring discipline. Education stakeholders have been urged to work together to create safe and conducive learning environments. Basic Education Principal Secretary John…

Governor Wamatangi pledges greater support for chess after Kiambu team’s success in Uganda

DPP Ingonga approves 16 murder charges over deadly Utumishi Girls fire

PS Ololtua calls for national dialogue to address rising school unrest

How school heads can navigate issues of lesbianism and homosexuality in schools

Retired TSC teachers urged to join school boards and support community initiatives

Form Four student drowns in Lake Victoria during school music festival trip

Careers in decline and emerging professions beyond 2030

How school principals can navigate the emerging challenge of AI

NTSA introduces tougher driver requirements for school transport

Intense lobbying for top principal posts in Trans Nzoia schools and TVET colleges as incumbents near retirement

For school unrest, the buck stops with principals

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Governor Wamatangi pledges greater support for chess after Kiambu team’s success in Uganda

Governor Wamatangi pledges greater support for chess after Kiambu team’s success in Uganda

June 23, 2026

Kiambu’s Under-18 chess team was celebrated after winning multiple medals at regional championships in Uganda. Governor Kimani Wamatangi pledged increased investment in chess and other intellectual sports. The county plans to introduce chess programmes in ECDE centres and expand youth talent development initiatives. Kiambu Governor Kimani Wamatangi has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to nurturing young…

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DPP Ingonga approves 16 murder charges over deadly Utumishi Girls fire

DPP Ingonga approves 16 murder charges over deadly Utumishi Girls fire

June 23, 2026

Director of Public Prosecutions Renson Mulele Ingonga has approved murder charges against nine suspects linked to the Utumishi Girls tragedy. The suspects are expected to face 16 counts of murder corresponding to the number of students who died in the fire. The decision follows investigations by the Directorate of Criminal Investigations into the May 28…

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PS Ololtua calls for national dialogue to address rising school unrest

PS Ololtua calls for national dialogue to address rising school unrest

June 23, 2026

Basic Education Principal Secretary Julius Bitok Ololtua has called for a national conversation on the growing cases of school unrest. The PS said patriotism, parental involvement and strengthened counselling programmes are key to restoring discipline. Education stakeholders have been urged to work together to create safe and conducive learning environments. Basic Education Principal Secretary John…

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Governor Wamatangi pledges greater support for chess after Kiambu team’s success in Uganda

Governor Wamatangi pledges greater support for chess after Kiambu team’s success in Uganda

June 23, 202610 mins

Kiambu’s Under-18 chess team was celebrated after winning…

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DPP Ingonga approves 16 murder charges over deadly Utumishi Girls fire

DPP Ingonga approves 16 murder charges over deadly Utumishi Girls fire

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Director of Public Prosecutions Renson Mulele Ingonga has…

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PS Ololtua calls for national dialogue to address rising school unrest

PS Ololtua calls for national dialogue to address rising school unrest

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Basic Education Principal Secretary Julius Bitok Ololtua has…

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How school heads can navigate issues of lesbianism and homosexuality in schools

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Ashford Kimani examines how school principals can address…

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Retired TSC teachers urged to join school boards and support community initiatives

Retired TSC teachers urged to join school boards and support community initiatives

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Retired teachers have been encouraged to continue serving…

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Form Four student drowns in Lake Victoria during school music festival trip

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A Form Four student from Nyalenda Mixed High…

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Careers in decline and emerging professions beyond 2030

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Victor Ochieng’ explores careers expected to decline and…

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How school principals can navigate the emerging challenge of AI

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NTSA has introduced stricter regulations aimed at improving…

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Intense lobbying for top principal posts in Trans Nzoia schools and TVET colleges as incumbents near retirement

Intense lobbying for top principal posts in Trans Nzoia schools and TVET colleges as incumbents near retirement

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More than 55 education professionals are reportedly eyeing…

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For school unrest, the buck stops with principals

For school unrest, the buck stops with principals

June 23, 202611 mins

Ashford Kimani argues that while many factors contribute…

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The Kenyan boy child and the education gap: Has affirmative action left some behind?

The Kenyan boy child and the education gap: Has affirmative action left some behind?

June 23, 202610 mins

Growing concern is emerging over the educational challenges…

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Nyali

Nyali School new board vows stability, excellence after years of leadership disputes

June 23, 20267 mins

Nyali school new elected board has pledged to…

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Wamatangi

Governor Wamatangi honoured with Peace Ambassador for Development Achievements title

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Kiambu Governor Kimani Wamatangi has been conferred International…

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Tumi Nyagiro: The Kenyan teen redefining success in African Maths Olympiads

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Tumi Imani Nyagiro, 16, is emerging as one…

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Beyond Salaries: The real secret to teacher loyalty, school growth

June 23, 202613 mins

The writer argues that staff welfare is strategic…

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West Pokot

West Pokot children’s officer calls for stronger parental responsibility in child upbringing

June 23, 20266 mins

West Pokot children’s officer has called for stronger…

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Parents

Parents decry growing financial demands as St.Theresa Eregi school issues extensive mid-term requirements

June 23, 20265 mins

St. Theresa Eregi Girls High School parents have…

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Kakamega School appeals against Butere Boys over alleged use of ineligible players

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Kakamega School has lodged appeal against Butere Boys…

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A community in Nyamira County has rallied parents…

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