Over 2.5 million learners begin 2026 KPSEA and KJSEA assessments

Over 2.5 million learners across the country began their 2026 KPSEA and KJSEA assessments today. Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba has assured parents and candidates that the government has put measures in place to ensure the examinations are conducted transparently and fairly. Speaking in Makueni County during the opening of examination containers at the Deputy Commissioner’s office in Makindu, Ogamba announced changes to security deployment for this year’s examinations. Meanwhile, Basic Education Principal Secretary John Ololtuaa was in Homa Bay County, where he warned against examination malpractices. A total of 1,380,483 learners registered for this year’s KPSEA assessment, while 1,206,028 candidates registered for the KJSEA.