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David Njengere

Also known as: Dr Njengere · Dr David Njengere · Dr. David Njengere

2026-05-042026-08-05

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  1. August 2026
  2. The Standard

    David Njengere said the council received Sh4.95 billion on Monday, enabling it to begin clearing outstanding payments owed to thousands of examination officials who administered the 2025 national examinations.

    KNEC to clear all 2025 exam dues by August 6
  3. July 2026
  4. The Standard

    ns from 1989 to the present can generate official electronic certificates, download them instantly in PDF format and share verified copies with employers, universities and other institutions without visiting KNEC offices.According to KNEC Chief Executive Officer Dr David Njengere

    KNEC launches digital KCSE certificate access
  5. The Standard

    Sign up today and start verifying your certificate instantly," said KNEC Chief Executive Officer Dr David Njengere.Who can access the e-certificate?

    How to access, download your KCSE certificate online
  6. The Standard

    KNEC Chief Executive Officer David Njengere said the council remains focused on delivering fair, credible and transparent examinations despite the increasing logistical demands brought about by rising enrolment in schools, colleges and Technical and Vocational Education and Train

    KNEC vows to safeguard exam integrity despite rising candidate numbers
  7. June 2026
  8. The Standard

    The council says the scale of operations has pushed costs significantly higher, with KNEC Chief Executive Officer Dr David Njengere describing the season as one of the most demanding in the institution’s history.“This year will be quite heavy.

    KNEC faces Sh5 Billion deficit to administer exams this year
  9. May 2026
  10. The Standard

    KNEC CEO David Njengere at the 3rd Education Assessment Symposium 2026, May 4, 2026.

    Knec to roll out digital exams next year in push to modernise learning
  11. The Standard

    The system, known as TrueCert, introduces QR code-based authentication for certificates issued from 2024, allowing instant verification using a mobile phone.KNEC CEO Dr David Njengere said the innovation is part of broader reforms to restore credibility in Kenya’s examination sys

    KNEC to rolls out digital verification system on fake certificates
  12. The Standard

    KNEC Chief Executive Officer David Njengere said early indicators show that learners are benefiting from the new approach.

    How CBE Learners are discovering hidden talents in CBE
  13. The Standard

    KNEC Chief Executive Officer David Njengere underscored the importance of assessment in shaping learning outcomes.

    CBE shift cultivates critical thinkers and innovators
  14. The Standard

    Despite significant investments in reforms, gaps in pedagogy, teacher preparedness, and assessment practices continue to undermine the intended outcomes of the new system.Knec Chief Executive Officer David Njengere emphasised the urgency of addressing these challenges, noting tha

    Inside government's fresh bid to fix Competency-Based Education gaps

Yesterday

  1. KNEC to settle 2025 exam personnel payments by August 6

    Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) has received Sh4.95 billion and will use Sh2.5 billion to clear outstanding payments owed to examination officials, including supervisors, invigilators, centre managers, and security personnel who administered the 2025 national examinations, with all dues to be settled by Thursday, August 6.

    4 August 2026 · The Standard

Wednesday 22 July

  1. KNEC launches online platform for digital KCSE certificates

    The Kenya National Examinations Council has rolled out a digital platform enabling KCSE candidates from 1989 to present to access, download and verify their certificates online in PDF format, eliminating the need to visit KNEC offices.

    22 July 2026 · The Standard

Tuesday 21 July

  1. KNEC launches digital KCSE certificates for online access

    The Kenya National Examinations Council has launched an online platform allowing candidates who sat KCSE exams from 1989 onwards to access, download, and verify their certificates in PDF format without visiting KNEC offices. The platform is part of KNEC's digital transformation strategy to improve access to examination services, reduce delays, and curb certificate forgery.

    21 July 2026 · The Standard

Monday 20 July

  1. KNEC pledges exam integrity amid growing candidate numbers

    KNEC has reaffirmed its commitment to protecting the credibility and integrity of national examinations, saying it will not compromise on standards even as the number of candidates continues to grow. The examination body says it has strengthened security measures, including the use of technology, to curb examination malpractice.

    20 July 2026 · The Standard

Thursday 18 June

  1. KNEC faces Sh5 billion funding shortfall for 3.5 million learners

    The Kenya National Examinations Council faces a critical Sh5 billion deficit as it prepares to administer national exams to a record 3.5 million learners this year, with concurrent assessment systems stretching its logistical and financial capacity.

    18 June 2026 · The Standard

Tuesday 12 May

  1. KNEC to introduce digital exams in senior schools next year

    The Kenya National Examinations Council is preparing to roll out electronic assessments in senior schools beginning next year, marking a major transformation of Kenya's examination system since the introduction of the Competency-Based Curriculum.

    12 May 2026 · The Standard

Wednesday 6 May

  1. KNEC launches QR code system to authenticate certificates from 2024

    Kenya National Examinations Council is rolling out TrueCert, a digital verification system using QR codes to authenticate certificates issued from 2024, aiming to curb fake academic papers and reduce verification time from weeks to under 30 minutes.

    6 May 2026 · The Standard

Tuesday 5 May

  1. Kenya's first CBE cohort discovering talents in senior school

    Four months into senior school, Kenya's first cohort of Competency-Based Education learners is revealing hidden talents and aligning learning with personal interests, demonstrating the impact of the country's education reforms. Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba said the transition marks a departure from exam-driven culture and is preparing learners for a world defined by technological and economic change.

    5 May 2026 · The Standard

  2. Kenya's Competency-Based Education shift emphasises practical skills

    Kenya is transitioning to Competency-Based Education, which emphasises critical thinking, creativity and practical skills over rote memorisation, according to Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba. The approach places learners at the centre of education with focus on practical application of knowledge, as demonstrated at the 3rd Annual Educational Assessment Symposium hosted by KNEC.

    5 May 2026 · The Standard

Monday 4 May

  1. Kenya convenes symposium to address competency-based education gaps

    The Kenya National Examinations Council is hosting a five-day national symposium in Nairobi to address gaps in the country's competency-based education system and align learning with technology-driven demands. The forum will bring together policymakers, teachers, researchers, and experts to address bottlenecks in curriculum design, teaching methods, and assessment systems.

    4 May 2026 · The Standard

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