Ogamba hits back at Gachagua over opposition to university funding model
Ogamba said the current system of financing higher education was unsustainable and defended proposed changes that seek to transform university funding into an investment in students’ future careers.
NAIROBI, Kenya – Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba has responded to former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua's ongoing criticism of the government's university funding model. Ogamba urged leaders who oppose the reforms to present viable alternatives rather than solely criticizing the initiative. He defended the proposed changes, which aim to transition university funding into an investment in students' future careers, rather than merely a social good.
Ogamba highlighted that the new system would consider the eventual occupations and earning potential of students when determining financing, thus making the system more sustainable in the long run. He also mentioned that the proposal could attract private-sector investment, making higher education funding more attractive and accessible.
Gachagua's criticism, which began during his tenure as Deputy President, stems from concerns over the ease of accessing funding under the new system. Ogamba challenged Gachagua and other opponents to offer constructive solutions instead of merely opposing the program for political reasons, emphasizing the need for a genuine dialogue towards resolving the issues at hand.
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