Parents to continue buying other subjects’ books for their kids- Education Ministry says

Set books

The Ministry of Education has said it will only continue providing textbooks for core subjects. The Ministry adopted a new books’ procurement policy whereby it supplies the textbooks directly to schools. In the past, funds meant for textbooks were wired into schools’ accounts for the principals to in turn purchase the books. “The Ministry will … Read more

TSC Releases New Teacher Registration and Recruitment Requirements-2018.

The Teachers’ Service Commission, TSC, has released new guidelines for teacher registration and recruitment. In a circular released today, the TSC sets the new registration fee at Kshs. 1055 among other requirements; as highlighted below: Kenyan Citizens- Requirements for Registration: Certificate of Good Conduct Relevant academic and professional certificates from recognized institutions a copy of … Read more

Education Ministry issues stern warning to schools on purchase and usage of textbooks, revision materials

The contentious textbook 'Blood Ties (Story Moja)' deemed to be having vulgar content

The Education Ministry has warned schools on the procurement and utilization of textbooks and other revision materials. In the latest directive, the Ministry warns schools to only purchase approved textbooks as listed in the Orange books. This comes after an outcry from parents who claim to have been forced to buy a vulgar book for … Read more