Kenya's Teachers Service Commission (TSC), together with the Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC), has begun the process of selecting and deploying teachers to administer the 2026 Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) examinations and the Kenya Junior Secondary Education Assessment (KJSEA), according to Soko Directory. The deployment marks the start of preparations for the national examinations, with teachers being picked to oversee and run the exercise.

Thousands of teachers who supervised, invigilated, and marked the 2025 national examinations are expected to receive their delayed payments following the release of funds by the Treasury, according to Soko Directory.

The government has announced the 2026/27 public service salary structure, emphasizing its commitment to prioritizing salaries for scientists, teachers, and specialized technical professionals. This revised pay structure is outlined in Circular Standing Instruction (CSI) No. 3 of 2026, which has been issued by the Ministry of Public Service to guide salary implementation across various government sectors.

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.

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 released new reports and marking schemes for the KCSE and KJSEA examinations, according to Soko Directory. The materials are now accessible to schools, teachers and learners, providing official examination resources intended to support teaching and preparation. The release gives educators and students fresh reference documents drawn from recent national assessments in Kenya.