The Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) has disbursed over Ksh.9.46 billion to 309,178 university students, providing significant financial relief. This action follows the government's recent commitment to increase funding for higher education accessibility.

• Most important fact or figure from the article: Ksh.9.46 billion disbursed to 309,178 university students; Ksh.5.76 billion for tuition and Ksh.3.7 billion for upkeep.
• Key person or organization involved: Education Cabinet Secretary Migos Ogamba; Higher Education Loans Board (HELB); Deputy President Kithure Kindiki.
• Notable detail that adds context: The disbursement follows a Ksh.5 billion increase in HELB's capitation, from Ksh.36 billion to Ksh.41 billion.