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November 3, 2025
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How New Bursary Deal Will Affect Students and Parents

How New Bursary Deal Will Affect Students and Parents

Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba has revealed that his ministry has signed a deal with some counties to change how bursaries have been issued...

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The Ministry of Education has partnered with Kisumu and Marsabit counties to streamline the distribution of bursaries and scholarships, aiming for greater transparency and accountability in financial aid for students.

  • Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba signed the agreement with Kisumu Governor Anyang' Nyong'o and Marsabit Governor Mohamud Ali on October 31.
  • The initiative seeks to broaden financial support for poor and vulnerable learners across basic education, vocational training, and universities, aligning with Article 43(3) and Article 56(b) of the Constitution.
  • This move follows calls from officials like Controller of Budget Margaret Nyakang'o for centralized bursary distribution to enhance equity.

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