NAIROBI, KENYA — The Ministry of Education has firmly dismissed viral social media reports claiming that the reopening date for Term 3 has been pushed back.
Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba confirmed that all primary and secondary schools across the country will reopen officially on Monday, August 24, 2026, as originally scheduled.
The Ministry urged parents, teachers, and students to ignore the fake circulars circulating online. CS Ogamba emphasized that the school calendar remains unchanged and strict guidelines regarding student reporting times will be enforced to ensure a smooth transition into the final term of the academic year.
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🚨 FAKE NEWS ALERT: The Ministry of Education has NOT postponed Term 3 reopening. CS Julius Ogamba confirms schools open officially this Monday, August 24, 2026. Ignore the fake online circulars! #SchoolReopening #EducationKe #BackToSchool
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📚 Schools are opening on time! The Ministry of Education has debunked rumors of a postponement, confirming that Term 3 officially begins on Monday, August 24, 2026. Parents and students are advised to rely only on official communication from the Ministry.
