KCSE Results Shock Nation
A total of 270,000 candidates who sat the 2025 Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) examinations have qualified for direct entry into university after attaining a mean grade of C+ and above. This represents 27 per cent of the 993,000 candidates who registered for the national examination, marking a significant milestone for thousands of learners across the country.
President William Ruto was briefed on the performance ahead of the official release of the results by Education Cabinet Secretary Migos Ogamba at the Eldoret State Lodge in Uasin Gishu County. According to the president, the outcome reflects steady progress in the education sector and the efforts made by students, teachers, and parents.
In a statement shared on his X account, President Ruto noted that half of the candidates who sat the exams were girls, describing the gender balance as encouraging. He added that the number of learners who attained the university entry grade demonstrated resilience and determination among candidates despite various challenges faced during the academic year.
The results also revealed that 1,932 candidates scored a straight A, placing them among the top performers nationally. Education officials described this as an impressive achievement, highlighting the competitiveness of the exams and the high standards required to attain the top grade.
The Ministry of Education is expected to formally announce the 2025 KCSE results later today, after which candidates will be able to access their individual scores. The release will pave the way for the placement process into universities, colleges, and other tertiary institutions.
The 2025 KCSE examinations were conducted between October 21 and November 21, with oral and practical assessments administered ahead of the written theory papers. Authorities reported that the exams were largely conducted smoothly across the country.
On matters of exam integrity, the Ministry disclosed that 418 candidates were involved in examination irregularities, a noticeable reduction compared to the 614 cases recorded in 2024. Education officials attributed the decline to stricter supervision measures and increased awareness among candidates on the consequences of cheating.
As the country awaits the full breakdown of results, education stakeholders have welcomed the overall performance, saying it offers hope to learners and reflects gradual improvements in teaching and learning outcomes nationwide.
KCSE Results Shock Nation
