KCSE is not a weather forecast: Teachers must stop chasing examination shortcuts

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KCSE is not a weather forecast: Teachers must stop chasing examination shortcuts

As the 2026 KCSE examinations continue, educationist Ashford Kimani challenges teachers who rely on speculative examination predictions circulating on WhatsApp and other social media platforms. He argues that comprehensive syllabus coverage, continuous assessment and meaningful revision remain the surest ways to prepare candidates for national examinations.

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