Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba has witnessed the opening of a container holding examination papers for the two assessments at the Makindu Deputy County Commissioner’s Office, as preparations for the nationwide exercise enter the final stage.
The opening and distribution of examination materials mark the start of the assessments, which will be administered in examination centres across the country under the supervision of the Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) and other officials.
Ogamba said the government has put measures in place to ensure the assessments are conducted smoothly and that all candidates get a fair opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
The CS urged learners undertaking KPSEA and KJSEA to approach the assessments with confidence and discipline, while calling on parents and guardians to provide them with the necessary encouragement and emotional support.
“Parents and guardians also have an important responsibility to provide encouragement and emotional support during this period,” the CS said.
The Ministry of Education has also made arrangements to respond to challenges that could arise during the rainy season, including heavy rainfall, flooding, insecurity and difficult terrain.
“Arrangements have been made to respond to emerging challenges arising from heavy rainfall, flooding, insecurity and difficult terrain,” he said.
Ogamba said the government was working with the Ministry of Interior and National Administration, KNEC and other relevant agencies to address any disruptions that may affect the administration of the assessments.
The CS also warned that the government would not tolerate any form of examination malpractice.
“Let me reiterate that the government will not tolerate any examination malpractice in any form or manner,” Ogamba said.
He also cautioned parents, candidates and members of the public against fraudsters claiming to have access to examination papers and asking for money in exchange for purported advance access.
“Such claims are fraudulent, and I urge anyone with information concerning these activities to report the matter promptly to relevant authorities,” he said.
Ogamba commended KNEC, the Teachers Service Commission, the Ministry of Interior and National Administration, the National Police Service, teachers and other stakeholders for their role in preparing for this year’s national assessments and examinations.
He wished all KPSEA and KJSEA candidates success, urging them to approach the assessments with confidence and discipline and use the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
The CS also wished success to candidates sitting for the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education examinations (KCSE), which are already underway, as they prepare for the main written papers next week.
He assured the country that the government remains committed to ensuring the 2026 national assessments and examinations are administered in a credible, secure, fair and conducive environment, with all learners given an equal opportunity to demonstrate their abilities.
