Free education policy intact, affirms PS Bitok
The government has reassured Kenyans that the free primary and secondary education policy remains intact, dismissing claims that it had been scrapped...
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The Kenyan government has affirmed that its free primary and secondary education policy remains in place, countering claims of its discontinuation. Basic Education PS Julius Bitok stated that Parliament would be lobbied to increase the education budget to address funding deficits.
- The Ministry's budget allocation for the current financial year is a historical Ksh702 Billion.
- PS Bitok defended Treasury CS John Mbadi's comments as misinterpreted, emphasizing the need for parliamentary collaboration on funding.
- A new system, Kenya Education Management Information System (KEMIS), will replace NEMIS to improve capitation distribution accuracy.
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Government Reaffirms Free Education Funding Amid Concerns - July 2025
The Kenyan government, through Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba and Basic Education PS Julius Bitok, has clarified that the capitation for free basic education remains intact, despite rumors and allegations of budget cuts. Ogamba emphasized that no reduction has been made, while recent criticisms from former official John Mbadi highlighted the need for adequate funding. The government seeks to address concerns over budget constraints affecting secondary education. This reaffirmation aims to reassure parents and educators before the upcoming school term.
