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July 26, 2025
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Gov’t denies reducing school capitation
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Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Migos Ogamba has affirmed that the government’s policy on capitation allocation for secondary school students remains unchanged, despite growing concerns over reduced funding at the school level. Addressing the press in Kisii County, he stated..
✨ Key Highlights
The Kenyan government, represented by Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Migos Ogamba, has denied any reduction in school capitation funding despite concerns over budget constraints affecting secondary education.
- The official allocation per student remains at Ksh 22,244 under the Free Day Secondary Education (FDSE) programme.
- Deputy President Kithure Kindiki emphasized the government's commitment to maintaining educational gains and urged the public to disregard claims of abolishing free education.
- The actual funding received by schools for the 2025–2026 financial year is Ksh 16,900.
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