Exam Scandal: Suspension of 9 Principals, 46 Candidates Linked to KCSE.
Exam Scandal: Suspension of 9 Principals, 46 Candidates Linked to KCSE. Facing potential suspension are nine secondary school principals, accused of engaging in nationwide malpractice during the ongoing KCSE examination, as disclosed by Education Cabinet Secretary Ezekiel Machogu. Notable instances include the discovery of foreign materials, candidate impersonations, and collusion between invigilators and candidates.
During his routine supervision at Kolanya Girls National School, CS Machogu reported that 46 candidates have directly implicated themselves in exam cheating. Among these cases were three instances of collusion, two impersonations, and the suspension of nine center managers, who are essentially school principals.
While overseeing operations at Naivasha Girls High School, Basic Education Principal Secretary Belio Kipsang credited the success of preventing early exposure to the staggered collection of exam materials. Out of a total of 11,000 center managers, only seven have faced suspension for alleged examination malpractices, and ongoing investigations are in progress.
Emphasizing the importance of timely paper collection to avoid confusion among candidates, Kipsang highlighted schools such as Nyambaria High School, Gekomoni Secondary School, Gekonge High School, and Sironga Girls High School in the Upper Nyanza region, all of which have witnessed suspensions.
Dr. David Njegere, the CEO of the National Examination Council, acknowledged the Ministry of ICT for successfully averting early exposure on social media platforms. Despite recording statements with the DCI in Nyamira and Migori counties, there have been no reported cases of early exposure as of the current week.
In Nyamira County, invigilator Samuel Atuya faced court on counts of examination irregularities at St. Pauls Gekano. He staunchly denied aiding 16 students and was subsequently released on a Ksh.10,000 cash bail, with the hearing scheduled for February 14, 2024.
Exam Scandal: Suspension of 9 Principals, 46 Candidates Linked to KCSE.