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August 29, 2025
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Boost for university students as gov’t disburses Ksh.23B for tuition, upkeep

Boost for university students as gov’t disburses Ksh.23B for tuition, upkeep

Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Migos Ogamba, in a statement on Friday, said the funds have been released through the Universities Fund and the Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)......

✨ Key Highlights

The Ministry of Education has announced a significant disbursement of Ksh.23.16 billion to support 802,159 university and TVET students across Kenya for tuition and upkeep. This funding aims to ensure higher education remains accessible and affordable for all learners.

  • Most important fact or figure: A total of Ksh.23.16 billion has been disbursed to 802,159 students.
  • Key person or organization involved: Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Migos Ogamba, the Universities Fund, and the Higher Education Loans Board (HELB).
  • Notable detail that adds context: Ksh.4.1 billion was disbursed by the Universities Fund, while HELB disbursed Ksh.19.06 billion (Ksh.7.6 billion for tuition and Ksh.11.46 billion for upkeep). The deadline for applications has been extended to September 14, 2025, for first-year learners.

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