The 2025 Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) examination commenced smoothly yesterday in Marsabit County despite misty weather conditions in parts of the region.
A total of 4,123 candidates, 2,085 boys and 2,038 girls, are sitting the exams across 51 centres, including a new one at Illeret Secondary School. This year, primary school teachers have been deployed as invigilators, marking a shift from the past tradition where secondary school teachers oversaw the exercise.
Speaking during the opening of the examination container at Marsabit Central Deputy County Commissioner’s office, County Commissioner James Kamau emphasized the importance of the exams, saying they mark a key step in preparing learners for the next stage of their education.
Mr Kamau assured candidates of the government’s full support and urged them to take the opportunity to demonstrate their effort and discipline over the past four years.
County Director of Education Peter Magiri said the earlier Kenya Primary School Education Assessment (KPSEA) and Kenya Junior School Education Assessment (KJSEA) exams were conducted successfully despite impassable roads in parts of Turbi and Laisamis due to ongoing rains.
He added that the Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) had stationed a helicopter in the region to ensure timely delivery of exam materials.
Magiri further noted that secondary school teachers have been barred from accessing their own institutions during the KCSE period, except those assigned to supervise practical papers.
By Sebastian Miriti
