Government Releases Capitation Ahead of School Reopening

The Ministry clarified that fees for senior schools remain unchanged, with the government maintaining capitation at Ksh 22,244 per learner annually...

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The Kenyan government has released Ksh 44,245,066,500.85 in capitation funds to public basic education institutions for Term One, 2026, just days before schools reopen. This timely disbursement aims to ensure schools have necessary resources as learners report back.

Total capitation disbursed: Ksh 44,245,066,500.85
Key figure: Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Migos Ogamba
Largest allocation: Ksh 26,082,798,334.75 for Free Day Secondary Education
Other allocations: Free Day Junior School Education received Ksh 14,459,193,520.00, and Free Primary Education received Ksh 3,703,074,646.10.
New academic event: Grade 10 learners will join Senior Schools for the first time on January 12, 2026.
Important directive: CS Ogamba cautioned school administrators against levying unauthorized fees and directed them to ensure prudent use of funds.

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