Kiarie Kamau
Kiarie Kamau is the chairman of the Kenya Publishers Association (KPA), an organization that represents the interests of publishers in Kenya. He has been vocal about the challenges facing the publishing industry, particularly concerning financial constraints and the timely distribution of educational materials. Recently, he raised concerns over a Sh3 billion debt owed to publishers, which threatens the distribution of Grade 10 textbooks scheduled for rollout in January 2026.
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KPA chairman Kiarie Kamau cited adverse weather and poor access to some regions as key challenges.
Grade 10 textbooks to reach learners by end of February, state assures
Kenya· 2026-02-15
Kiarie Kamau, the Chairperson of the Kenya Publishers Association, stated that publishers are ready to supply learning materials but cannot proceed without payment from the government.
Stakeholders warn of textbook crisis ahead of Grade 10 rolloutKenya· 2025-10-26
Kiarie Kamau, the chairman of the Kenya Publishers Association, raised alarm over an outstanding Sh3 billion debt.
Why Sh3 billion debt puts Grade 10 textbook distribution at riskKenya· 2025-09-22