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CS Ogamba: There will be no cheating in 2025 KCSE
22nd November, 2025 08:26 AM
Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba has assured Kenyans that the 2025 Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) results will reflect true merit, following the successful conclusion of examinations on Friday, November 21, 2025.
Speaking in Nyamira North Sub-County on Friday, November 21, 2025, Ogamba applauded the dedication of centre managers, supervisors, and invigilators.
“For several weeks, these teams have worked tirelessly to ensure learners sit their exams in a conducive environment. Their discipline and commitment have been central to the success of KCSE 2025,” he said.
Over 110,000 personnel from the Ministry of Education, the Ministry of Interior, and schools helped administer the month-long examination period.
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Ogamba noted that all registered candidates, including those hospitalised but willing to participate, were accommodated. He also expressed condolences to the families of candidates who passed away during the examinations.
Despite the overall success, he highlighted a significant drop in reported malpractice cases, with only 418 candidates caught this year compared with 614 in 2024, a 31.9 per cent decrease.
Ogamba confirmed that all cases will be fully investigated, with sanctions enforced under the KNEC Act of 2012. Penalties include nullification of results, disqualification of candidates, deregistration of examination centres, and barring offenders from future KCSE exams in impersonation cases.
“KCSE 2025 results will reflect true merit, not cheating,” Ogamba emphasised.
“All reported cases will be handled according to the law, and appropriate action will be taken against candidates and anyone found aiding malpractice.”
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The CS also announced that marking of KCSE papers has begun, with 32,558 examiners working in 40 centres under strict integrity measures. Examiners from compromised centres have been excluded.
The Kenya Junior School Education Assessment (KJSEA) marking is ongoing, with results expected by Thursday, December 11, 2025, to guide student placement into senior school pathways, including Arts and Sports Science, Social Sciences, and STEM.
Ogamba urged continued public vigilance, encouraging Kenyans to report any suspected malpractice via KNEC’s official email and toll-free lines.
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