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Top achievers eye STEM careers as public schools decry missing labs

By The Standard December 12, 2025

Source: The Standard

Top achievers eye STEM careers as public schools decry missing labs

The top achievers in the inaugural Kenya Junior Secondary Education Assessment (KJSEA) exams were all smiles on Friday as they reflected  the challenging journey they undertook to succeed.While some studied under difficult conditions with limited resources, others admitted feeling uncertain about what the future held as they sat the exams. Most expressed a desire to pursue careers in STEM, while others leaned towards the arts, hoping to join their dream schools.Get Full Access for Ksh299/WeekUncover the stories others won’t tell. Subscribe now for exclusive accessUnlock the Truth Now 》Unlimited access to all premium contentUninterrupted ad-free browsing experienceMobile-optimized reading experienceWeekly NewslettersMPesa, Airtel Money and Cards acceptedAlready a subscriber?Log inFollow The Standard
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While some studied under difficult conditions with limited resources, others admitted feeling uncertain about what the future held as they sat the exams. Most expressed a desire to pursue careers in STEM, while others leaned towards the arts, hoping to join their dream schools.Get Full Access for Ksh299/WeekUncover the stories others won’t tell. Subscribe now for exclusive accessUnlock the Truth Now 》Unlimited access to all premium contentUninterrupted ad-free browsing experienceMobile-optimized reading experienceWeekly NewslettersMPesa, Airtel Money and Cards acceptedAlready a subscriber?Log inFollow The Standard
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