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Students Face School Fee Challenges for Grade 10 Entry Despite Government Directives
Some grade 10 students have not returned to school due to their inability to pay school fees, leading to low enrollment in Kenyan schools despite Ministry of Education claims of 85% attendance. For example, Emaculate Cheptoo, a former pupil at Litein Primary School, is unable to join secondary school due to lack of school fees. In response, the government is using chiefs and their deputies to visit villages to urge families to send children to school. Parents are also appealing to schools not to send students home, as they await funds from the National Government Constituencies Development Fund (NG-CDF). President William Ruto has directed that all grade 10 students report to school, emphasizing the government's allocation of funds for free education.
UDA and ODM Parties Hold Discussions on Political Alliance
The National Dialogue Committee (NADCO) has submitted its report to President William Ruto, marking a development in Kenyan political discussions. Following this, the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) has called for a National Governing Council (NGC) meeting to discuss a potential coalition ahead of the 2027 general elections. The UDA party has affirmed that its ongoing discussions with the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) will not impact the implementation of the ten-point agenda agreed upon last year. Additionally, a KTN News report highlights a surprising union between youth members of the ODM and the UDA amid ongoing political tensions.
Kenya Pipeline Company Launches Electronic IPO and Reinvestment Strategy
Kenya Pipeline has initiated a fully electronic IPO process, a significant step in how such financial activities are conducted in Kenya. In conjunction with this, the Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC) is undertaking a major expansion and diversification strategy. The company has committed to reinvesting half of its annual profits back into the company to fund this growth. Following its upcoming initial public offering, KPC will also provide its employees with the opportunity to acquire a stake in the company.
Healthcare Sector Faces Medication Shortages, Fraud Warnings, and Demands for Worker Pay
Kenya's healthcare system is facing multiple challenges, including supply shortages and administrative issues. Cancer and kidney patients are reportedly being forced to purchase their own essential medications and treatment supplies due to severe shortages. Concurrently, environmental health experts are demanding that the government compensate health workers, raising concerns about their welfare. Cabinet Secretary for Health Adan Duale has also issued a stern warning to hospitals engaging in fraudulent practices, particularly those exploiting patients with exaggerated charges under the Social Health Authority (SHA) scheme.
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