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Features·26 Jul 2026·11 min read

Wilson Sossion Profile: Education, Age, Career, KNUT Leadership, Family, and Political Journey

Wilson Sossion is a Kenyan educationist, trade unionist, and public servant best known for his nearly eight years as Secretary-General of the Kenya National Union of…

By Benson Wafula
Wilson Sossion Profile: Education, Age, Career, KNUT Leadership, Family, and Political Journey
Features·21 Jul 2026·12 min read

Top 10 Highest-Paying Countries for Teachers in Africa (2026): Monthly Salaries Ranked

Every year, a version of "highest-paying countries for teachers in Africa" circulates online, usually built from rounded estimates that don't hold up against actual…

By Benson Wafula
Top 10 Highest-Paying Countries for Teachers in Africa (2026): Monthly Salaries Ranked
Blog·15 Jul 2026·21 min read

TSC Salary in Kenya: Salary Scale, Job Groups and Allowances (2026)

Teachers across Kenya are earning more in 2026 than at any point in the last decade, thanks to the ongoing 2025–2029 Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) between the…

By Benson Wafula
TSC Salary in Kenya: Salary Scale, Job Groups and Allowances (2026)
Blog·17 Dec 2024·3 min read

TSC Citizen’s Service Delivery Charter: Services Rendered, Obligations, Costs, and Timelines

This article outlines the services rendered by the Teachers Service Commission (TSC), the obligations required from clients, the associated costs, and the expected…

By Benson Wafula
TSC Citizen’s Service Delivery Charter: Services Rendered, Obligations, Costs, and Timelines
Blog·17 Dec 2024·4 min read

How to Turn Your Teaching Skills into a Profitable Tutoring Career

A tutor is an individual who guides learners through a course, either in one-on-one settings or small groups.

By Benson Wafula
How to Turn Your Teaching Skills into a Profitable Tutoring Career
Blog·16 Dec 2024·2 min read

TSC Temporary Teaching Certificate for Non-Kenyan Citizens

The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) exclusively accepts online applications for the Temporary Teaching Certificate for non-Kenyan citizens.

By Benson Wafula
TSC Temporary Teaching Certificate for Non-Kenyan Citizens
Features·16 Dec 2024·3 min read

The Challenges of Using AI in Education

Artificial Intelligence (AI) offers significant benefits for educators and students, yet its integration into education is accompanied by notable challenges.

By Benson Wafula
The Challenges of Using AI in Education
Features·16 Dec 2024·3 min read

What Makes Finland’s Education System Best in the World

Finland, known for its innovative educational reforms, has implemented simple yet groundbreaking changes that have revolutionized its education system.

By Benson Wafula
What Makes Finland’s Education System Best in the World
Blog·16 Dec 2024·5 min read

How to Migrate to Canada as a Teacher: A Comprehensive Guide

Migrating to Canada as a teacher provides an excellent opportunity to advance your career while immersing yourself in the country’s rich cultural diversity.

By Benson Wafula
How to Migrate to Canada as a Teacher: A Comprehensive Guide
Blog·16 Dec 2024·6 min read

10 Must-Have Digital Educational Technology for Teachers and Students

Recent advancements in digital educational technologies have provided teachers with numerous tools to make learning engaging and effective for students.

By Benson Wafula
10 Must-Have Digital Educational Technology for Teachers and Students
Blog·15 Sept 2024·5 min read

TSC Number Application Registration, Portal, Requirements, Certificate Download

According to Article 237 of the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) Act 2012, the commission is mandated to register all qualified teachers before they can work in public…

By Benson Wafula
TSC Number Application Registration, Portal, Requirements, Certificate Download
Features·15 Sept 2024·4 min read

8 Most Devastating School Fires in Kenya's History

School fires have unfortunately been a recurring issue in educational institutions.

By Benson Wafula
8 Most Devastating School Fires in Kenya's History
Blog·13 Sept 2024·3 min read

26 Bachelor's Degrees Banned by TSC for Teaching Jobs and Certification

The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) has released guidelines that disqualify certain Bachelor's degree courses for individuals seeking to join the teaching profession.

By Benson Wafula
26 Bachelor's Degrees Banned by TSC for Teaching Jobs and Certification
Blog·13 Sept 2024·3 min read

TSC Teachers Interdiction Process: Offenses and Consequences

The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) outlines several reasons that may lead to the interdiction of a teacher.

By Benson Wafula
TSC Teachers Interdiction Process: Offenses and Consequences
Blog·10 Sept 2024·2 min read

KJSEA Exams Structure: How Grade 9 Examinable Papers Are Prepared and Questions Set

The Kenya Junior School Education Assessments (KJSEA) was piloted between July 15, 2024, and July 19, 2024, and the exam questions were structured based on this pilot…

By Benson Wafula
KJSEA Exams Structure: How Grade 9 Examinable Papers Are Prepared and Questions Set