The Technical University of Kenya (TUK) blames nearly Sh13 billion in debt, primarily from unpaid statutory deductions and pension contributions, on years of chronic underfunding.

• TUK accumulated Sh12.99 billion in pending bills as of January 31, 2025, impacting statutory deductions, pension funds, CBAs, staff claims, and contractor payments.
• The Senate Labour Committee is reviewing the university's financial situation, which stems from funding shortfalls since its transition from the Kenya Polytechnic.
• A government recovery plan includes a Sh500 million allocation for pension arrears in the 2025/26 financial year, but its full implementation depends on additional funding from the National Treasury and Parliament.