The Kenya Primary School Education Assessment Examinations (KPSEA) started this morning across the country.

Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba warned against cheating, saying any cases of malpractice would be dealt with accordingly.

Ogamba made the remarks while overseeing the distribution of KPSEA materials in Westlands, where he also engaged with center managers in the screening process.

Meanwhile, Basic Education Principal Secretary Dr Belio Kipsang monitored the distribution exercise at Langata West Container near Wilson Airport. Kipsang assured that all preparations have been put in place for the smooth administration of the examinations.

To maintain the integrity of examinations, Kipsang noted that the government has mapped areas prone to examination irregularities and implemented preventive measures. These include enhanced security features on exam papers, a multi-agency task force on high alert and improved communication channels.

1.3 million candidates are assessed.