32,558 Examiners To Undertake Marking of KCSE, says Migos

BY ERIC ABUGA

Today marks the successful conclusion of the 2025 series of assessments and examinations at the basic education level in Kenya. 

Education Cabinet Secretary Migos Ogamba says this milestone reflects the unwavering commitment to uphold the integrity, fairness, and credibility of the national examination system. 
Speaking from Nyamira County Friday morning, Migos said efforts were made to ensure that every registered candidate sat the examinations, including those hospitalized and willing to participate. 

“We commend the resilience of these candidates. Sadly, we lost some candidates during this period. To the families of the deceased learners, we convey our deepest condolences and stand with you in this time of grief. Your loss is our loss, and we honour the memory of these young lives.”

The said isolated cases of malpractice were reported. During the administration of the 2025 KCSE examination, 418 candidates were reported to have engaged in examination malpractices, compared to 614 candidates in 2024.”

He said Investigations are ongoing, and any individuals or institutions found culpable will face the full force of the law under the KNEC Act of 2012. 

He said measures include deregistration of examination centres, nullification of results, disqualification of candidates, and criminal prosecution where necessary. Impersonation cases will attract severe sanctions, including barring candidates from sitting KCSE until 2027.

The CS announced that 32,558 examiners will undertake marking in 40 centres, with strict integrity checks in place. 
Migos announced that Examiners from compromised centres have been disqualified from participation to maintain credibility.

“The marking of the Kenya Junior School Education Assessment (KJSEA) is ongoing, and all efforts are being made to ensure results are released by 11th December 2025. This will enable the Ministry to conduct placement of learners into Senior School based on their strengths and interests in the three pathways,” the CS emphasized.