It’s official—high school teachers in Kenya are set to receive a salary boost this year! The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) has confirmed that pay hikes under the 2021-2025 Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) will take effect on July 1, 2024. The updated pay also includes backdated arrears starting from July 2024, giving teachers even more reason…
Ronny Kiplangat, who was released on Monday, January 6, following his kidnapping, was dumped in Machakos at 3am The young man, who is Kibet Bull's brother, is said to have been given a fare to get home by the captors Kenyans paid attention to the issue, while some of them were happy that there did…
Eric Latiff joins Nation Media Group after leaving Spice FM, bringing over 27 years of experience in media Nation Media Group welcomed Latiff, noting his fit with their innovation strategy Latiff's move marked the end of five successful years at Spice FM, where he helped launch The Situation Room Veteran journalist Eric Latiff has found…
Homa Bay County is currently grappling with a severe shortage of primary school teachers, a situation that has left parents, educators, and local leaders deeply concerned about the state of education in the region. Governor Gladys Wanga has revealed that the county faces a shortfall of 3,000 teachers, urging the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) to…
The National Police Service has distanced itself from the kidnapping and release of government critics that sparked mixed reactions from Kenyans Law enforcement agencies said they will follow the released youths and their families to gather information about their abduction Their promise comes after activist Bernard Kavuli presented himself at the Moi's Bridge Police Station…
The Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development (KICD) has reviewed and released a list of approved textbooks for Pre-Primary 1 (PP1) and Pre-Primary 2 (PP2). These textbooks are not merely supplementary, they are essential for executing Kenya’s Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC). Below, find comprehensive lists of recommended KICD-approved learning materials for both Pre-Primary levels, complete with pricing…
Larry Madowo revealed that the kidnappers took Billy Mwangi's phone and SIM card, as well as fraudsters who were sending from his account The popular journalist clarified that Kiplangat does not have an X account, disputing allegations about his online activities The journalist asked the public to ignore the posts from both accounts, confirming that…
If you’re a teacher, school administrator, or parent navigating the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC) in Kenya, you understand how crucial it is to have reliable, KICD-approved resources in the classroom. The Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development (KICD) has reviewed and compiled a list of teaching and learning materials for Grade One that align with CBC standards…
Busia County Senator, who also doubles up as a human rights activist, Okiya Omtatah, has likened the ongoing GenZ uproar in demanding good governance to the prison break. Speaking during a live interview on Tuesday, January 7, 2025, at a local radio station, Omtatah said that every five years, Kenyans are given a chance to…
Angry residents blocked the busy Migori-Kisii Highway at Nyachenge business centre The protestors expressed their disappointment following the alleged release of murder suspects by the police Motorists were forced to use alternative access routes, as the main road was impassable from Kisii and Migori for several hours Kisii – Hundreds of angry residents blocked the…
Emmanuel Wanyonyi has hinted at when he might be going for the 800m world record. Reigning Olympic 800m champion Emmanuel Wanyonyi is under no pressure to attack David Rudisha’s world record and he has even disclosed when he plans to go for it. The world record stands at 1:40.91 and was set by David Rudisha…
The adoption of the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC) in Kenyan schools emphasizes the importance of having the right textbooks for Grade 3 learners. Below is a detailed guide to KICD-approved textbooks for various subjects, including their titles, publishers, authors, and prices. English Language Activities Grade 3 learners can build a solid foundation in English with these…
The American sprint king surprised his fans when he claimed he was tuning into the sport for the first time while unwinding after a hard day’s work of training. Olympics 100m champion Noah Lyles is never afraid to try out new things or embrace other sports and it seems he is still on that trail…
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua on Sunday spoke up on the Trans Nzoia Governor saga, taking to social media to express his support for Governor George Natembeya. This development coming shortly after Natembeya issued strong remarks at the funeral of Speaker Moses Wetangula’s mother on Friday, urging President William Ruto to put a stop to…
Gospel singer Kamba Justina Syokau received mixed reviews after releasing her single 2025 on January 1 Some Kenyans were not happy, while others claimed the year could end badly like 2020, when he released another song announcing the Year of the Lord Speaking to TUKO.co.ke, Justina said she is used to Kenyans criticizing her, asking…