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Originally published by Nation Newstop
August 16, 2026
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Harsh fines, jail terms for teachers, parents in new law to guarantee 100pc transition
The toughest penalty targets anyone who prevents a child from attending school...
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A new Kenyan law, the Basic Education Bill, 2026, proposes harsh penalties including fines and jail terms for parents, teachers, and school officials to enforce compulsory basic education.
- Anyone preventing a child from attending school could face up to Sh5 million fine or five years in jail.
- Parents failing to enroll or ensure regular attendance could be fined up to Sh100,000 or imprisoned for up to two years.
- The Bill also targets unregistered schools, with operators potentially facing a Sh20 million fine or three years in prison.
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