Nairobi, October 27 – Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba has cautioned school heads, parents, and candidates against engaging in any form of examination malpractice as the national exams officially commence across the country.
Ogamba said the government has implemented strict measures to protect the integrity of the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE), Kenya Junior School Education Assessment (KJSEA), and Kenya Primary School Education Assessment (KPSEA) which will see more than 3.4 million learners sit their exams this year.
He expressed confidence that candidates are well-prepared, urging teachers, parents, and administrators to uphold transparency and honesty throughout the examination period.
The CS warned that anyone found attempting to compromise the credibility of the exams will face firm disciplinary action, and encouraged the public to report any suspicious activities to the relevant authorities.
“The government has sufficient institutions of higher learning to accommodate all students based on their performance,” Ogamba said.
Speaking during a fundraiser at Nyagesenda SDA Church in Marani Sub-County, Kisii County, Ogamba assured that schools had already received capitation funds to ensure smooth operations during the exam season.
To enhance the credibility of the process, the Ministry of Education has deployed 342,687 personnel—including centre managers, supervisors, invigilators, security officers, and officials from the Ministries of Education and Interior to oversee the exams.
In a statement issued on October 22, Ogamba noted that this year’s examination exercise will be guided by a multi-agency approach involving collaboration between the Ministry of Interior, the Ministry of ICT and Digital Economy, the Teachers Service Commission (TSC), and the Independent Police Oversight Authority (IPOA), among other stakeholders.
