School heads decry capitation shortfall
School heads across the country have raised concerns over inadequate government capitation, saying public schools are struggling to meet their operational needs despite the release of billions of shillings for the third term. The Kenya Secondary School Heads Association (KESSHA) said schools have not received the full annual allocation of Ksh22,000 per learner. Association chairperson […]
Across the country, school leaders are expressing worry over insufficient government funding, known as capitation, which they say is hindering public schools from meeting their operational needs. Despite billions of shillings allocated for the third term, schools are reportedly only receiving about Ksh16,000 per learner, falling short of the Ksh22,000 annually promised.
The Kenya Secondary School Heads Association (KESSHA) highlighted this shortfall, stating that it has made it challenging for institutions to function. The issue is especially acute for day secondary schools, which heavily depend on government funding for daily expenses. Both school principals and political leaders, such as People's Party of Kenya chairman Ndindi Nyoro, have voiced similar concerns, with Nyoro noting that the Ksh14,000 received is inadequate.
The third term, running until October 23, 2026, is a critical period as schools prepare for national assessments. School heads are urging the government to bridge the funding gap, emphasizing the need for prudent use of the funds already allocated for education. The Ministry of Education has directed schools to manage the released funds within approved guidelines and warned against unauthorized student fees.
The education ministry's capitation release of Ksh18.508 billion aims to support learning during the third term.
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