Delayed Release of Capitation Funds to Schools; Only 3,000 of 32,000 Paid - September 2025
School heads across Kenya are expressing widespread frustration over the continued delayed release of government capitation funds. According to reports, only 3,000 out of 32,000 registered schools in Kenya have so far received funding for education. The Ministry of Education has announced efforts to release the funds, and Education Principal Secretary Professor Julius Bitok stated the ministry is currently reviewing documents for the remaining schools. Meanwhile, government-allied Members of Parliament have defended the delay, attributing it to ongoing anti-graft efforts and have urged school heads to cooperate with the verification process.
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Ruto allies defend school funds verification, urge heads to comply
Kenyan Members of Parliament allied to the government have defended the delay in issuing capitation funds to schools for the third term, attributing it to ongoing anti-graft efforts. They urged school heads to cooperate with the verification process.
School heads countrywide remainn frustrated with ongoing delayed release of capitation funds
School heads across Kenya are expressing widespread frustration over the continued delayed release of capitation funds. This ongoing issue is significantly impacting school operations and the provision of essential resources for students.
Serikali yakagua shule, 3,000 zapokea Fedha huku 32,000 zikisubiri
Only 3,000 schools out of 32,000 registered in Kenya have so far received government funding for education. The Education Principal Secretary, Professor Julius Bitok, stated that the Ministry of Education is currently reviewing documents for the remaining schools.
Wizara ya elimu yatangaza juhudi za kuwachilia fedha za kusimamia shughuli za elimu katika shule
The Ministry of Education has announced efforts to release funds for managing education activities in schools. This development aims to ensure smooth operation and financial stability within learning institutions.