Mutuku, who had been stationed at the marking center since November 7, reportedly collapsed on Monday morning while actively performing his duties. His sudden death has left colleagues, students, and the wider education fraternity in mourning.
The news was confirmed by KNEC Chief Executive Officer David Njengere, who described Mutuku as a dedicated and highly professional teacher.
The news was confirmed by KNEC Chief Executive Officer David Njengere, who described Mutuku as a dedicated and highly professional teacher.
Mutuku, who served as a team leader for the Creative Arts and Sports paper, had been involved in the month-long marking exercise with a reputation for diligence and commitment.
Njengere noted that his contribution to national assessments had been invaluable over the years, highlighting that Mutuku’s career had spanned the Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE) system and continued through the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC).
At the time of his death, he was teaching at Nduluni Junior School in Makindu, Makueni County.
“He was an experienced, diligent teacher, and we have, indeed, lost a gem,” Njengere stated, describing Mutuku’s dedication and professionalism.
“He was an experienced, diligent teacher, and we have, indeed, lost a gem,” Njengere stated, describing Mutuku’s dedication and professionalism.
The KNEC CEO emphasized that Mutuku had provided exemplary leadership to his team, ensuring that marking standards were upheld and that every script was carefully assessed.
The council has expressed its condolences to his family, colleagues, and the broader education community, assuring support during this difficult period.
This heartbreaking incident comes shortly after another tragedy in Makueni County, where four KCSE candidates lost their lives in a road accident while returning home from their examinations.
This heartbreaking incident comes shortly after another tragedy in Makueni County, where four KCSE candidates lost their lives in a road accident while returning home from their examinations.
The fatal crash involved a speeding lorry and a stationary 14-seater matatu at Ngoluni Stage in Mbooni East, leaving the community reeling and mourning the young students’ deaths.
Together, these incidents highlight the fragility of life and the pressures surrounding national examinations in Kenya.
Mutuku’s death has sparked conversations about the wellbeing of examiners, who often work long hours under intense pressure to maintain assessment standards.
Mutuku’s death has sparked conversations about the wellbeing of examiners, who often work long hours under intense pressure to maintain assessment standards.
The KNEC has assured the public that it will continue to support examiners and families affected by such tragedies and is reviewing measures to ensure safety and health during prolonged marking sessions.
The education fraternity, teachers’ unions, and parents have all expressed shock at the news, praising Mutuku for his dedication to shaping learners’ futures.
The education fraternity, teachers’ unions, and parents have all expressed shock at the news, praising Mutuku for his dedication to shaping learners’ futures.
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