The Ministry of Education has issued a strong warning against individuals engaging in Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) examination malpractices, pledging that offenders will face the full force of the law.
In a statement released on Monday, the Ministry revealed that a few isolated incidents of malpractice had been reported, with several suspects already in police custody. Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba emphasized that the government remains committed to preserving the integrity of the national exams, which are being taken by nearly one million candidates across the country.
“There have been isolated attempts at examination malpractices. Individuals who have been implicated have been arrested and the incidents are under investigation,” the Ministry said. “Immediate action will be taken against any individuals who will be found to be in violation of the applicable rules and regulations.”
The warning follows the suspension of a principal from a high school in Narok County over allegations of involvement in exam irregularities. Narok County Director of Education, Apollo Apuko, confirmed the suspension and said the deputy principal would oversee the exams until investigations are concluded.
“He was not working in accordance with the regulations that were set, and therefore the Deputy Principal will take over and run the examinations until they end,” Apuko stated.
In Kajiado County, authorities have launched a probe into a leading private boarding school suspected of exam irregularities. Although details remain unclear, officials have confirmed ongoing investigations.
Meanwhile, the government announced plans to airlift examination materials to Elgeyo Marakwet after heavy rains and landslides rendered several roads impassable. Special arrangements have also been made to ensure hospitalized students affected by the landslides can sit their exams without disruption.
