January 31, 2025

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“Schools with KCB accounts will receive the funds today, while the rest will have access by tomorrow,” Mwaura stated.

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Government Disburses Additional Sh14 Billion in School Capitation Funds

Government Disburses Additional Sh14 Billion in School Capitation Funds

Government spokesman Isacc Mwaura (Photo courtesy Education News)

The government has announced the release of an additional Sh14 billion in capitation funds to schools, bringing the total disbursement for the current term to Sh33 billion.

Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura confirmed in a statement on Thursday that the National Treasury had released the funds on Wednesday, with disbursement to school accounts expected to be completed by Friday.

“Schools with KCB accounts will receive the funds today, while the rest will have access by tomorrow,” Mwaura stated.

This follows the Sh19 billion disbursed the previous week, ensuring that primary schools, Junior Secondary Schools (JSS), and secondary schools receive much-needed financial support to sustain their operations.

Outstanding Balance of Sh15 Billion

Despite the latest allocation, the government acknowledged that an outstanding Sh15 billion remains to be disbursed for the current term.

“We assure head teachers and principals that the remaining Sh15 billion will be released in due course,” Mwaura added, addressing concerns over school funding stability.

Financial Demands Amid CBC Implementation

The Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC) has significantly increased the financial requirements for schools, particularly for Junior Secondary Schools (JSS). Capitation funds are a critical part of the government’s education financing model, ensuring access to free and compulsory basic education.

These funds are allocated per student and are meant to cover essential expenses such as: Teaching and learning materials; Co-curricular activities and Administrative costs.

Funding Delays and School Operations

While the government has assured continued disbursements, delays in funding have caused operational challenges in many schools. Some institutions have been forced to impose additional charges on parents to stay afloat.

Education stakeholders, including the Kenya Secondary Schools Heads Association (KESSHA) and the Kenya Primary Schools Heads Association (KEPSHA), have repeatedly called for timely and predictable funding to prevent disruptions in learning.

With the Sh15 billion balance still pending, school heads remain hopeful that future disbursements will arrive without delays, allowing institutions to function smoothly and provide quality education for all learners.

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