Mentor Reveals '10 Ways to Annoy Examiners' to Boost Student Performance in 2025 Exams

NAIROBI, Kenya – A local mentor, Wambugu wa Kamau, recently shared crucial advice with students on how to navigate their upcoming 2025 examinations effectively. During a lively session at Al-Azar Comprehensive School, Kamau presented "10 Ways to Annoy Examiners," humorously highlighting common pitfalls students should avoid to ensure better performance. Among the key points, Kamau emphasized the importance of staying on topic, warning against irrelevant answers that can frustrate examiners. He also stressed the significance of legible handwriting, advising students to use blue pens and maintain clarity, noting that "most examiners are almost blind." Furthermore, he highlighted the need for well-organized facts and clear, concise answers, cautioning against vague responses or taking too long to answer questions. Kamau concluded by urging students to avoid messy papers and to answer questions directly in the provided spaces, reinforcing that correct answers placed elsewhere would not be graded. His practical and engaging approach aimed to equip candidates with strategies to optimize their exam scores.