The government has expressed confidence in the smooth and credible administration of the ongoing national examinations, with the Ministry of Education affirming that adequate measures have been put in place to curb exam malpractice across the country.
In a press release on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, Education Principal Secretary Julius Bitok said the inaugural Kenya Junior School Education Assessment (KJSEA), now in its second day, was progressing well despite a few minor hitches on the opening day.
He noted that both the Kenya Primary School Education Assessment (KPSEA) and the KJSEA had been administered as planned, with quick interventions made to address challenges.
Speaking in Kajiado North Sub-County after witnessing the opening of an examination container, Bitok praised the Kenya National Examination Council (KNEC) for its swift response to isolated incidents of misplaced or misdelivered papers. He said all eligible candidates were able to sit their exams without disruption.
“We had a few minor hitches yesterday in some centres where a few papers were missing, but KNEC moved quickly to ensure that every centre had adequate materials. The process is running smoothly,” he said.
The PS also visited Ngong Township Comprehensive School to observe the KJSEA process and later checked preparations for the upcoming Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) exams at Enoomatasiani Girls High School. He assured the public that the government had deployed sufficient personnel and logistical support to ensure the integrity of the examination process.
“We have assembled a multisectoral team that is working round the clock to ensure the exam is administered professionally by eliminating opportunities for those who may want to indulge in cheating and other malpractices,” he said.
Bitok commended education officials, security personnel, and examination administrators for their dedication and professionalism. He added that any challenges experienced on the first day had been addressed, allowing the process to continue smoothly across all counties.
He called for continued vigilance among all officers and stakeholders involved in the examinations. The PS urged anyone witnessing irregularities or suspicious activities to report them immediately to the relevant administrators or authorities.
“We are encouraging all our stakeholders, if they see anything unusual, to report it immediately. Vigilance is key to maintaining integrity and ensuring fairness for every learner,” he emphasised.
The Ministry of Education has also invested in new technologies aimed at enhancing exam security. Among the latest innovations is the deployment, on a trial basis, of smart digital locks that monitor and report in real time any activity on the opening or closing of examination containers.
Bitok said the digital system was part of the government’s broader efforts to modernise the examination process and strengthen accountability among officials at all levels.
He maintained that the government’s priority was to ensure every learner’s performance reflects their true effort and ability, free from manipulation or external interference.
“We are proud of the progress made so far. The inaugural KJSEA is on course for credible completion, and we are confident that every learner will transition smoothly to the next level on account of a genuine grade,” he said.
The PS reiterated that the ministry remains committed to maintaining fairness and credibility in national examinations. He said the successful rollout of the KJSEA marks a significant milestone in the implementation of the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC), which aims to evaluate learners’ skills and understanding more comprehensively.
