Moi University is urgently seeking a Sh11 billion government bailout to address critical financial needs including staff dues and stalled projects.

• The university requires Sh6.67 billion for recurrent expenditures and Sh5.3 billion for development projects.
• The appeal was made by Acting Vice-Chancellor Kiplagat Kotut before a National Assembly committee.
• Key needs include Sh1.92 billion for payroll, Sh3 billion for unremitted staff deductions and pension contributions, and funds to complete projects like the Science Complex and renovate student hostels.

County governments across Kenya collectively owe workers a staggering Sh44.29 billion in unpaid salaries, unremitted statutory deductions, and staff claims, with some arrears accumulating for over three years.

• Sh44.29 billion in outstanding dues owed to county employees.
• Nairobi City County Government accounts for the largest portion, with Sh41.28 billion in arrears.
• This situation creates uncertainty over retirement benefits and increases the risk of costly legal claims against counties.

Moi University has been granted court permission to restart its workforce reduction initiative, aiming to significantly cut its payroll and improve financial stability. The university expects this downsizing to save approximately Sh100 million monthly.

• Expected monthly payroll savings of Sh100 million.
• The initiative involves Moi University, with Acting Vice-Chancellor Kiplagat Kotut presenting the plans to a National Assembly committee.
• The redundancy process was previously halted in 2025 but is now permitted to restart following a court order.