- The Ministry of Education admitted delays in paying examiners of the 2025 national examinations, blaming budgetary challenges but promising a resolution soon
- Teachers warned they may boycott upcoming exams if dues remain unsettled, citing government’s inconsistency in honouring remuneration
- The Ministry, working with the National Treasury, assured that payments are a priority and pledged timely compensation moving forward
The Ministry of Education has reassured examiners and other officials involved in the 2025 national examinations that their payments will be processed soon.
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Thousands of examiners were engaged to oversee the three national examinations conducted last year, namely the Kenya Primary School Education Assessment (KPSEA), Kenya Junior School Education Assessment (KJSEA), and the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE).
Although they completed their duties and the results were released on time, the examiners have not yet received their compensation.
In a statement issued by the Kenya National Examination Council (KNEC) on Saturday, February 20, the Ministry of Education admitted to the delay in payments, attributing it to budgetary challenges.
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Acknowledging the legitimacy of the concerns, the Ministry pledged to resolve the matter and provide relief to the affected examiners.
“The Ministry of Education wishes to acknowledge the legitimate concerns raised regarding the delayed payment of contracted professionals engaged in the administration and marking of 2025 National Examinations and Assessments,” the statement read.
“The Ministry recognises the critical role played by the Supervisors & Invigilators, Security Personnel, Examiners and other Contracted Professionals in safeguarding the integrity, credibility, and timely delivery of National Assessments. Their contribution remains central to the successful execution of the national examinations calendar,” the Ministry of Education added.
It further noted that it is working in collaboration with the National Treasury to ensure funds are released promptly to compensate the officers.
The Ministry expressed appreciation for their role in ensuring the success of the examinations, while also regretting their predicament and empathising with their frustration.
“We wish to assure all affected professionals that payment remains a priority. The Ministry, in collaboration with the National Treasury, is actively working to resolve the matter and expedite the release of the requisite funds within the shortest time possible. Thecentres during this period. Moving forward, we commit to safeguarding timely payment to our Contracted Professionals,” it said.
Previously, teachers had threatened to boycott this year’s examinations if their dues were not cleared.
Many stated they would refrain from applying for the roles due to the government’s inconsistency in honouring remuneration.
KNEC relies on teachers employed by the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) to administer national examinations in different capacities to uphold the integrity of the tests.
They are contracted as invigilators to supervise examinations across centres, while others serve as examiners at the council’s headquarters to mark scripts and compile results.
Source: TUKO.co.ke
