The Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) has issued a strong advisory to all candidates preparing for the 2025 KPSEA, KJSEA, and KCSE examinations, urging them to approach the exams with honesty and integrity.
In a statement signed by KNEC CEO Dr David Njengere, the council emphasised that examinations are a measure of individual effort and diligence, and that malpractice undermines both personal achievement and the credibility of national assessments.
According to the advisory, all examination papers and OMR answer sheets have been personalised with the candidates’ names and index numbers, and learners are expected to use only the documents issued to them.
Dr Njengere cautioned candidates against joining social media groups, particularly on Telegram, WhatsApp, and Instagram, that claim to circulate leaked exam materials.
He stressed that involvement in such networks is not only dishonest but also monitored by the government and can result in the cancellation of results.
KNEC further reiterated that mobile phones and other electronic gadgets are strictly prohibited in exam halls.
Invigilators and supervisors have been instructed to enforce this rule rigorously, and offenders will face penalties in line with the council’s regulations.
Candidates are also encouraged to report anyone attempting to involve them in malpractice.
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Reports can be made directly to KNEC, to school headteachers, education officers, or to the police through toll-free numbers provided by the council.
Dr Njengere concluded by reminding learners that examinations do not define their worth or future success. True achievement, he said, comes from determination, integrity, hard work, and faith.
The council’s advisory comes as over 3.4 million learners across Kenya prepare to sit for this year’s national examinations, marking one of the largest cohorts in the country’s history.
KNEC called on all candidates, parents, and school staff to uphold the highest standards to ensure a fair, credible, and successful examination period.
By our reporter
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