The National Treasury has officially confirmed that it has completed the full disbursement of capitation funds to all public schools across Kenya, ahead of the second term of the 2025 academic calendar. This announcement brings a measure of relief to school administrators and education stakeholders who have previously raised concerns over delayed or inadequate funding. According to the statement released by the Treasury, a total of Ksh 31.34 billion has been disbursed, covering both primary and secondary institutions. Of this, Ksh 4.74 billion was allocated to public primary schools, while Ksh 26.6 billion was directed to public secondary schools under the Free Day Secondary Education (FDSE) program. These funds are crucial in supporting various operational needs including textbooks, laboratory equipment, examinations, and utilities. Education Cabinet Secretary Ezekiel Machogu welcomed the timely disbursement, stating it will enable schools to function smooth...
The National Treasury has officially confirmed that it has completed the full disbursement of capitation funds to all public schools across Kenya, ahead of the second term of the 2025 academic calendar.
This announcement brings a measure of relief to school administrators and education stakeholders who have previously raised concerns over delayed or inadequate funding.
According to the statement released by the Treasury, a total of Ksh 31.34 billion has been disbursed, covering both primary and secondary institutions. Of this, Ksh 4.74 billion was allocated to public primary schools, while Ksh 26.6 billion was directed to public secondary schools under the Free Day Secondary Education (FDSE) program.
These funds are crucial in supporting various operational needs including textbooks, laboratory equipment, examinations, and utilities.
Education Cabinet Secretary Ezekiel Machogu welcomed the timely disbursement, stating it will enable schools to function smoothly and avoid the disruptions that have plagued previous terms due to financial shortfalls.
He emphasized that principals and headteachers must now ensure prudent use of the funds to support quality education delivery and maintain accountability standards.
This development comes amid heightened scrutiny over the utilization of public funds in the education sector. Recently, several school heads have been criticized for mismanagement and lack of transparency.
The Ministry of Education has reiterated its commitment to enhanced monitoring and evaluation mechanisms to ensure that every shilling is spent as intended.
Parents and guardians, who often bear the brunt of delays in capitation through additional levies and fundraising efforts, have also lauded the move. Many have expressed hope that this step signals a shift toward more efficient and transparent financial governance in education.
With term two already underway, the timely release of funds is expected to ease pressure on school administrations and contribute to a more stable learning environment for millions of students across the country.
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