Top couriers battle for multimillion-shilling contract to deliver national exams securely.

Several logistics companies are now competing fiercely for the contract to distribute national exams for the Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC). The deal is considered one of the most lucrative in the sector because of the high level of trust and responsibility it carries. Moving exam papers safely and on time is a sensitive task as any delays or breaches could affect thousands of students across the country.

The growing interest shows how important logistics has become in Kenya’s education sector. Firms are promising better security, faster delivery and stronger systems to win the tender. With exams being a national priority, only the most reliable companies will be considered for the job. This competition also pushes the sector to raise its standards and invest more in technology and efficiency.

   

Traceability is central to this process. Every exam paper must be tracked from the printing press to the exam centre to make sure nothing is lost, delayed or tampered with. Traceability helps maintain transparency, reduces the risk of cheating and protects the integrity of the exams. For parents, teachers and students, it gives confidence that the system is fair and well managed.

As logistics firms battle for the KNEC deal, the use of traceability will decide who can offer the most secure and trusted service. In the end, the biggest winners will be the students, who can sit their exams knowing that the process is safe and transparent.