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Secondary school heads are warning of a potential shutdown as the government has delayed disbursing funds for two terms. Principals expressed serious concerns about continuing operations, a situation that threatens to disrupt third-term learning. The funding delay for Free Day Secondary Education (FDSE) has led school heads to threaten sending students home. This funding shortfall also jeopardizes the ability of thousands of students to sit for national examinations. Consequently, the Kisumu Parents’ Association and others are urging the state to release capitation funds promptly for both secondary schools, universities, and TVETs that are admitting new students.
As Kenyan universities and TVETs admit new students, there is a pressing call for the government to disburse funds promptly to support these institutions. This timely release of funds is crucial for the smooth operation and education of the incoming student body.
Secondary school heads in Kenya are warning that schools may shut down due to the government's delay in disbursing crucial funds. The pending capitation challenges threaten to disrupt third-term learning across the country.
Secondary schools in Kenya face imminent closure and may send students home due to the government's delay in disbursing Free Day Secondary Education (FDSE) funds for two terms. School principals expressed serious concerns about their ability to continue operations without the crucial funding.