Police issue emergency contacts to report suspicious activities as KPSEA, KJSEA exams enter second day

Police issue emergency contacts to report suspicious activities as KPSEA, KJSEA exams enter second day - KNEC CEO David Njengere when he oversaw the distribution of assessment materials at Thika West DCC’s Office, as the administration of 2026 KPSEA and KJSEA enters Day 2. (KNEC)

NPS added that it was working closely with National Government Administration Officers (NGAO), the Ministry of Education and school heads to ensure the examinations are conducted smoothly.

Police have issued emergency contacts for reporting examination-related concerns as the Kenya Primary School Education Assessment (KPSEA) and Kenya Junior Secondary Education Assessment (KJSEA) enter their second day, urging the public to report suspicious activities that could compromise the integrity of the exams.

In a statement on Tuesday, the National Police Service (NPS) said its officers are working around the clock to protect examination materials and ensure learners complete the assessments without disruption, despite heavy rains in several areas.

“As the exams enter their second day today, our dedicated officers are deployed nationwide, providing round-the-clock security for examination containers and securing the safe transport of examination materials to and from all centres. Despite heavy rains in various parts of the country, our teams are braving the weather to ensure every learner completes this crucial academic milestone without disruption,” it said.

NPS added that it was working closely with National Government Administration Officers (NGAO), the Ministry of Education and school heads to ensure the examinations are conducted smoothly.

“We appeal to the public to cooperate with our officers by reporting any suspicious activities or information that may jeopardise the integrity of the exams,” NPS said.

The public can report such concerns to education officials, school heads or the nearest police station. They can also contact emergency services through the toll-free numbers 999 and 911.

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Other reporting channels include #FichuaKwaDCI on 0800 722 203 and WhatsApp on 0709 570 000.

The NPS said public cooperation was important in protecting the integrity of the assessments as candidates continued with their examinations across the country.

According to the timetable, KPSEA candidates are sitting Integrated Science from 8:30 am, followed by Kiswahili and Kenyan Sign Language after a 30-minute break. The Kiswahili paper runs from 11:10 am to 12:10 pm, with Braille candidates given until 12:30 pm.

KJSEA candidates are sitting Kiswahili Lugha and Kenyan Sign Language in the morning before taking a 30-minute break. The second session features Kiswahili Insha na Utangulizi wa Fasihi, ending at 12:55 pm for standard candidates and 1:25 pm for Braille candidates, while Kenyan Sign Language runs until 12:50 pm.