A school in Busia County, Kenya, has been shortlisted for the World’s Best School Prize for Overcoming Adversity 2026, ranking among the top 10 institutions globally. This recognition highlights Kenya's achievements in education excellence.

Craydel, a Kenyan edtech startup that assists students in accessing international education, has expanded its operations into Ghana, marking its entry into eight African markets. This expansion is part of Craydel's strategy to enhance its presence in response to the growing demand for overseas study opportunities across the continent, as announced by the Nairobi-based company.

Grade 10 learners entering senior school in Kenya can choose the Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics pathway, one of three senior-school routes under the Competency-Based Education system. According to The Kenya Times, the Ministry of Education’s Grade 10 Selection and Placement System enables learners to select pathways, subject combinations and schools, while the article lists senior schools offering STEM and the available subject combinations for placement planning.

In rural Kenya, over 2,000 primary schools are at risk of closure due to a significant decline in student enrolment, with reports indicating that there are now more cows than pupils in some areas. This situation raises concerns about the future of education in these regions, as communities grapple with the implications of dwindling school attendance.

The Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) has begun the registration process for Grade 10 learners on the Competency-Based Assessment (CBA) portal, as announced in a notice on June 24. This follows the closure of registration for Senior School assessment centres, and all registered assessment centres are now enabled to register Grade 10 learners for School-Based Assessment.

The Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) has instructed primary and junior school principals nationwide to verify the upload of KPSEA and KJSEA assessment scores before the impending deadline. This directive aims to ensure that all assessment scores are accurately recorded and submitted as required.