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Kenya’s higher education landscape is undergoing a major transformation following the government’s decision to slash tuition fees across all academic programmes in public universities and constituent colleges. The revised fee structure, which takes effect from September 1, 2025, aims to…
In a landmark policy shift aimed at easing the burden of higher education, the Kenyan government has significantly reduced tuition fees for all public universities and their constituent colleges. This move is expected to benefit thousands of students, particularly from…
In a move set to revolutionize access to higher education, the government has announced a drastic reduction in tuition fees for public universities and constituent colleges across the country. This comes as a major relief for thousands of students and…
A fresh storm is brewing between lawmakers and the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) over the long-standing issue of hardship allowances for teachers. During a tense session with the National Assembly’s Implementation Committee, TSC Acting CEO Eveleen Mitei admitted that the…
Thousands of teachers stationed in difficult environments continue to face uncertainty over fair compensation, as the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) maintains the use of a 1997 legal framework to guide hardship allowance payments. Appearing before Parliament’s Implementation Committee, TSC’s Acting…
The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) has stated that it is awaiting guidance from the Public Service Commission (PSC) before reviewing the hardship allowance policy and designated regions for teachers. Speaking before the National Assembly Implementation Committee, TSC Acting CEO Eveleen…
Kenya’s free education policy is facing renewed scrutiny following a significant reduction in government funding, prompting fears of mass dropouts and disruption to academic programs in public schools. Appearing before Parliament last week, Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi admitted the…
President William Ruto has reaffirmed his government’s unwavering commitment to safeguarding education access despite widespread anxiety over recent budget cuts affecting public schools. Speaking at a Sunday service at St. Martins Light Industries Anglican Church in Kariobangi, Nairobi, the President…
As Kenya’s government slashes secondary school capitation, the threat of a mass school dropout crisis looms large. With the per-student allocation reduced by over KSh 5,000 and disbursements delayed, school operations have slowed, and vulnerable learners are at risk of…