Kenyan Student Dies After Falling Into Quarry While Fleeing Attackers
A student in Juja tragically lost his life after falling into a quarry while running from armed assailants, prompting local investigations into the violent incident.
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A student in Juja tragically lost his life after falling into a quarry while running from armed assailants, prompting local investigations into the violent incident.
A young learner from Wajir secures a pivotal opportunity to pursue higher education in Nairobi, marking a transformative step in her academic journey and community aspirations.
Thousands of trainees in Kenya are unable to access scholarships due to a significant funding shortfall in the State Department for TVET, impacting educational opportunities.
More than 4,000 Kenyan students gathered to plant mangroves in an effort to set a Guinness World Record. The initiative aims to promote environmental conservation and awareness.
The number of Kenyan students choosing diploma and TVET courses over degree programs has increased, with 9,000 students shunning degrees this year compared to 7,640 last year.

Mystery surrounds the death of Sheila Chebii, a 25-year-old Kenyan student who fell 15 floors to her death while working at a Sydney hotel, with her family demanding answers a month after the tragedy.
Kenya's Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) is developing a plan to raise funds through a Social Bond, aiming to transform student financing and end persistent delays in loan disbursements.
KUCCPS in Kenya has reassured university students that it is possible to revise their chosen courses up to their second year of study, offering flexibility in academic paths.
Students at a drama festival in Kenya are using their theatrical performances to highlight and condemn the widespread problem of betting addiction affecting many Kenyans.
The learners from a Mombasa-based school were on an educational tour.
A university student from Kenya has achieved a top-15 global ranking in Chinese language proficiency, crediting television dramas for accelerating their learning journey.
Twenty-eight students from Bomet and Kericho counties in Kenya have secured university scholarships totaling Sh22 million.
Students in Lang’ata, Kenya, have become the first Kenyans to establish direct communication with an astronaut on the International Space Station (ISS), located 400km above Earth.
A Kenyan student has found success in farming, growing his rabbit population from four to over 100. Sales of rabbit urine help him earn money, support his family, and improve his school performance.
Kenyan students who lack primary school qualifications (KCPE) will be required to undergo a new validation test before sitting for the 2027 exams. This new requirement aims to ensure proper qualification assessment.
Three Kenyan students have won a global ICT competition, beating 210,000 participants and securing a cash award along with a place in Huawei's Management Trainee Programme.
Students in Kenya are protesting against poor diet, harsh punishment, and academic pressure in a growing wave of unrest across schools. The demonstrations highlight widespread dissatisfaction with school conditions and management.
Bevaline Sum, an Eldoret student, testified about a horrific acid attack perpetrated by her former boyfriend, who had been threatening her following their breakup.
Students in Kenya are reminded that they have one month left to apply for university and college courses.
A student from Nairobi’s Kibera informal settlement has made history by placing in the top 15 of a prestigious academic competition in China, highlighting breakthroughs in educational access.
Approximately 5,700 students in Kenya are approaching the August 31 deadline to complete their funding applications.
A new Bill before Parliament proposes cuts to scholarships, meaning all students will be given loans and will have to shoulder higher university loan burdens.
Nearly 1.2 million Kenyan students are at risk of missing out on financial assistance from the Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) due to insufficient funds.
Six US-based Kenyan collegiate athletes have secured their spots on Team Kenya for an upcoming event in Glasgow, highlighting the increasing contribution of Kenyan students to American collegiate sports.
Twelve Kenyan students are among 210,000 participants from 40 countries competing in global ICT awards held in Shenzhen, China.
Kenyan students are increasingly opting for educational opportunities in Asia due to challenges with visa acquisition and rising costs associated with Western countries.
Kenyan police are actively investigating Tony Lwal, a suspect linked to the death of a 22-year-old university student in Kileleshwa, with details emerging about his flashy lifestyle and a past rape case.
A new masterclass program in Kenya is targeting 40,000 university students, aiming to equip them with skills to transition from campus life to becoming successful content creators.