Excelling in KCPE does not necessarily mean excelling in the KCSE exam. The cream of the crop in the 2016 KCPE exam didn't not live up to expectations after failing to secure the spots in the 2020 KCSE exam. Kaboi Kevin Ngatia (436) was second in the 2016 KCPE exam, the third was Samuel Monyancha Mogoi (435), Gitonga Caroline Gatwiri and Ogongo Titus Anyona (434) tied for fourth position. He was the highest-ranked KCPE exam candidate admitted to the institution in 2017. CHANGE OF FORTUNEHowever, a change in fortunes also saw some candidates with dismal performances in the 2016 KCPE exam excel, posting grades that automatically secure places in government-funded universities.

Source: The Star May 12, 2021 02:03 UTC