KCSE: 78 Arrested Over Exam Fraud As KJSEA Grading Begins
The Ministry of Education has issued an update on the current management of the 2025 national exams.
They reported significant progress in marking, improved security, and more action against misconduct.
Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba declared on Saturday that the grading of the maiden Kenya Junior School Education Assessment (KJSEA) is fully underway, following its smooth completion on November 3.
He stated that 11,342 examiners have reported to 24 designated marking locations around the country.
Machine scoring of the multiple-choice components is moving forward steadily, with half of the task already completed.
“The administration of the KJSEA has moved smoothly into the marking phase, and we appreciate the commitment of all examiners involved,” Ogamba said.
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At the same time, the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) examination has begun its second week, with what the CS described as “minimal cases of malpractice”.
He praised the professionalism of the cops and contract people on the ground.
With one week until the national exam, Ogamba applauded the dedication of education officials, center managers, and security staff.
He cited an event in Nyeri Central Sub-County in which a police sergeant wrote a poem honoring integrity in the examination process, which he said reflected the spirit of this year’s administration.
However, the ministry has detected efforts by a tiny number of people to undermine the legitimacy of the exams via social media.
Security agents have arrested 78 people suspected of exposing examination content while examinations were being conducted.
“Evidence-led operations will continue, and more culprits will face the full force of the law,” Ogamba warned.
In addition, seven examples of impersonation have been discovered, with the majority being adult applicants.
According to the Kenya National Examinations Act of 2012, anybody found guilty would have their results revoked and may be prohibited from taking national tests for up to three years.
The CS confirmed that all perpetrators would be prosecuted. To ensure the integrity of the assessments, the ministry has increased the enforcement of tight rules.
This includes an obligatory armed escort for centre managers transferring examination materials, limited use of official cars for exam logistics, and a complete prohibition on mobile phones in examination centres.
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Ogamba thanked candidates, teachers, security teams and the public for their role in ensuring a smooth process so far.
He urged continued vigilance and encouraged Kenyans to report any suspicious activities using KNEC’s toll-free numbers 0800721410 and 0800724900.
Cases involving police misconduct during the examinations can be reported to IPOA through the toll-free line 1559.
KCSE: 78 Arrested Over Exam Fraud As KJSEA Grading Begins
