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Over 996,000 candidates begin 2025 KCSE exams today, October 21, as KNEC assures integrity nationwide

The 2025 Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) examinations officially begin today across the country, with the Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) assuring that all systems are in place for a smooth and transparent process.

According to KNEC Chief Executive Officer David Njengere, a total of 996,078 candidates will sit for this year’s KCSE exams. Rehearsals were completed on Friday, marking the final phase of preparations.

The candidates will start with oral examinations for French, German, Arabic, and Kenyan Sign Language before proceeding to practical papers scheduled between Wednesday and Friday, October 31.

Njengere further revealed that KNEC has increased examination storage containers from 617 last year to 642 this year to ensure efficient distribution and security of materials nationwide.

Meanwhile, 1,298,089 learners are expected to sit for the Kenya Primary School Education Assessment (KPSEA) next week, while another 1,130,669 students will undertake the Kenya Junior School Education Assessment (KJSEA).

Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba has reiterated the government’s commitment to maintaining exam integrity, warning that stern legal action will be taken against individuals found engaging in examination malpractice.

The ministry has also directed all county and sub-county education officers to strictly monitor exam centres to guarantee fairness and safeguard the credibility of national assessments.

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