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.

The Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) has introduced new guidelines for students who do not possess Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE) certificates, as they prepare to take the final Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) exams in 2027. These requirements aim to ensure that all candidates are adequately prepared for the upcoming examinations, according to Soko Directory.

The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) has addressed concerns regarding lower take-home pay for thousands of teachers in June, which was attributed to increased Pay As You Earn (PAYE) deductions. Acting TSC Chief Executive Officer Evaleen Mitei provided clarification in a statement issued on June 24, explaining the reasons behind the unexpected salary reductions.

The Ministry of Education has issued a ban on schools from purchasing commercial exams, as stated in a circular dated June 30, 2026. The ministry indicated that this practice imposes illegal levies on learners and undermines classroom learning. It also reminded school heads that the ban on commercial examinations is applicable across all pre-primary and primary institutions.

President William Ruto has announced a significant recruitment initiative in the education sector, stating that the government will hire 24,000 new teachers. This move is part of a broader effort to enhance the education system in the country, although further details on the implementation and timeline have not been disclosed.

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.