Ruto's Govt Has Set Up These Special Courts To Tackle Exam Cheats Ahead Of National Examination

The Ministry of Education in Kenya has announced a significant move to combat exam cheating by establishing special courts dedicated to prosecuting individuals involved in examination malpractices. 

Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Migos made this announcement just before the start of the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) exams and the Kenya Primary Education Equity in Learning (KPEEL) Program. 

The creation of these courts reflects the government’s commitment to ensuring fair and credible examinations for all students.

During his speech, CS Migos highlighted that these special courts will specifically handle cases related to cheating in exams. 

The ministry has already identified areas prone to exam irregularities and is implementing various deterrent measures. 

One key strategy includes adding special security features to examination papers to prevent any form of tampering or fraud. 

This approach aims to secure the integrity of the examination process, which is crucial for the future of students and the education system in Kenya.

To support this initiative, a multi-agency team is on high alert to ensure smooth communication and coordination during the examination period. 

CS Migos expressed confidence in this collaborative effort, stating that the ministry is working closely with various government agencies to deliver credible examinations. 

He assured the public that the government is prepared to deal firmly with anyone attempting to engage in malpractices. 

"We will ensure that anyone involved in malpractice is dealt with thoroughly and receives the penalties they deserve," he said, sending a strong warning to would-be offenders.

As the 2024 KCSE exams began on October 22, a total of 965,501 candidates are expected to sit for the national exams across 10,755 centers throughout the country. 

This number represents an increase from the 903,138 candidates who participated in the previous year’s KCSE exams. 

Additionally, this year marks a change in the examination system, as it is the first since the Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE) was replaced by the competency-based curriculum (CBC).

With the Kenya Primary School Education Assessment (KPSEA) and the Kenya Intermediate Level Education Assessment (KILEA) scheduled to take place from October 28 to October 31, the government hopes that these new measures will restore public confidence in the examination process. 

The ministry aims to provide a fair and transparent system that benefits all students in the country.