As a student in Kenya, I’ve witnessed firsthand the impact of lecturer strikes on our education system. The recent strike by the Universities Academic Staff Union (UASU) has brought our universities to a standstill, leaving thousands of students like me uncertain about our academic futures. The strike has disrupted our academic calendar, and we’re struggling…
The track record of Kenya since independence has more of downing tools and demonstration just for the interest of terminal welfare and agreements. As per now, the dons (university lecturers) under University and Academic Staff Union (U.A.S.U), are on strike after giving 7-day notice claiming the dishonour of Collective Bargaining Agreement (C. B. A) that…
Nairobi, Kenya – September 17, 2025 Learning in public universities is expected to come to a standstill after lecturers, through the Universities Academic Staff Union (UASU), announced the commencement of a nationwide strike. The industrial action began at midnight following the government’s failure to meet financial obligations arising from past and current Collective Bargaining Agreements…
THE IMPORTANCE OF TECHNICAL AND VOCATIONAL TRAINING IN KENYA. With rising youth unemployment, technical and vocational training in Kenya has become more important than ever. Unlike university education, which often emphasizes theory, vocational institutions provide hands-on skills that directly prepare students for jobs and entrepreneurship. Courses offered in Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET)…
Kenya’s education system has undergone a major shift with the introduction of the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC). Unlike the old 8-4-4 system, CBC focuses on skills rather than memorization. Learners are now encouraged to apply knowledge in real-life situations, preparing them for the demands of the modern world. One of the strengths of CBC is practical…
Journalism Students Gathered to Shape the Future of Media at in Maasai Mara University on 13th day, Sept 2025. Hundreds of aspiring journalists from across the country converged in Maasai Mara University under the efforts gathered by JSAK, a vibrant platform aimed at nurturing the next generation of media professionals. The event brought together journalism…
