Last Updated on January 12, 2025 by NewsTurkana
During the announcement at Mtihani House, education CS Julius Ogamba revealed that while 962,512 candidates sat for the exams, the results of 2,899 students were withheld due to suspected malpractice.
The Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) also nullified the results of 840 candidates following confirmed cases of cheating.
Investigations into the withheld results are expected to conclude within 30 days.
Among the schools whose results have been withheld are some of Kenya’s most celebrated institutions, raising concerns among students, parents, and education stakeholders.
1. Katilu Boys High School, Turkana County
Katilu Boys High School, which was ranked the top-performing school in Turkana County during the 2023 KCSE exams, is now under investigation.
The 2024 results for the school have been withheld by KNEC over suspected malpractice.
On Saturday, 11th January 2025, speaking during the burial ceremony of Mc Leshan in Lokichar,Turkana South , Turkana senator James Lomenen expressed concern over the delayed release of KCSE results for Katilu Boys Secondary School candidates. He urged the Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) to expedite the release, recognizing the sacrifices made by students and parents, many of whom endured economic hardships to afford school fees.
2. Lugulu Girls’ High School, Bungoma County
Lugulu Girls’ High School, renowned for its academic excellence, is one of the schools whose results have been withheld.
The school, which achieved a mean grade of 9.328 in the 2023 KCSE exams, is now under scrutiny.
Principal Dinah Cheruiyot reassured parents and students that the matter is being addressed through official KNEC appeal channels.
“Dear Parent/Guardian, we are aware that your child has not yet received their examination results. Please rest assured that the matter is being addressed, and the results will be made available to you in due time. Further communication will follow. Thank you for your patience and understanding,” a letter from the principal read.
3. St. Peter’s Abwao Secondary School, Migori County
St. Peter’s Abwao Secondary School in Suna West Sub-County, which emerged as the top-performing school in Nyanza during the 2023 KCSE, has also had its 2024 results withheld.
The extra-county school was excluded from Thursday’s announcement due to suspected examination irregularities.
4. Mama Malia Academy, Kitui County
Mama Malia Academy, a private school run by the Kalonzo Musyoka Foundation in Tseikuru, Kitui County, is another institution whose 2024 KCSE results have been withheld by KNEC.
All 92 candidates from the academy are awaiting their results as investigations continue.
5. Kipsingei Mixed Secondary School, Bomet County
Kipsingei Mixed Secondary School in Bomet County also had its results withheld.
Provisional results seen by News Turkana show that all subjects were marked with a grade ‘W’, signalling irregularities.
The withholding of results from these schools has sparked anxiety among students and parents, especially since many of the affected institutions are renowned for their strong academic performance.
Education stakeholders are urging a transparent investigation and prompt resolution of the cases to uphold fairness and accountability.
Summary Of Affected Schools
| School Name | County | Issue |
|---|---|---|
| Katilu Boys High School | Turkana County | Results withheld; suspected malpractice |
| Lugulu Girls’ High School | Bungoma County | Results withheld; renowned academic performer |
| St. Peter’s Abwao Secondary | Migori County | Results withheld; top school in Nyanza |
| Mama Malia Academy | Kitui County | Results withheld; private institution |
| Kipsingei Mixed Secondary School | Bomet County | Provisional results marked with a grade ‘W’ for irregularities |
