The Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) has announced the opening of its application portal for the 2025–2026 academic year, inviting both new and continuing students to apply for financial aid. In a public notice dated Wednesday, July 2, HELB…
The Teachers Service Commission (TSC), established under Article 237 of the Kenyan Constitution and the TSC Act 2012, oversees the registration, recruitment, deployment, and discipline of teachers. 1. TSC Registration is Mandatory All teaching candidates must be registered with the…
When a teacher transitions from internship to a permanent and pensionable contract under the Teachers Service Commission (TSC), their earnings notably increase. Here’s a breakdown of what newly hired teachers typically bring home each month—and why it matters. 1.…
In Kenya, thousands of graduate teachers take up internship roles each year under the Teacher Internship Programme initiated by the Teachers Service Commission (TSC). This programme provides fresh teacher graduates with an opportunity to gain practical classroom experience while…
Kenya is facing a complex challenge: over 300,000 trained and registered teachers currently seeking opportunities, even as schools across the country report persistent staffing shortages. In response, the government recently announced a plan to cap admissions into teacher training…
The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) has formally initiated discussions over the upcoming Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) for 2025–2029, inviting teachers’ unions to a key consultation. The move seeks to redefine compensation and terms for post-primary educators. A letter from Acting…
The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) has extended a formal invitation to teachers’ unions to begin negotiations on the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) covering 2025 to 2029. The invitation, issued by Acting TSC CEO Eveleen Mitei, sets the stage for…
Foreign nationals who no longer reside in Kenya or have concluded their tax obligations in the country are required to de-register their Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) Personal Identification Number (PIN). The KRA has provided a clear six-step process to…
As part of its ongoing effort to modernize tax administration and enhance service delivery, the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has overhauled the process of filing Pay As You Earn (PAYE) tax returns. Starting July 1, 2025, all employers must transition…