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First-year university students face uncertainty as institutions await government fee guidelines and clarity on the new higher education funding model.
Ruto’s government plans to move university funding from the national budget to a market-based model, reshaping how students’ education is financed.
More than 159,000 first-year students have applied for government scholarships and HELB loans, exposing soaring demand for affordable university education.
President William Ruto has defended his 100% university funding plan, insisting education is Kenya's greatest investment despite growing financing concerns.
HELB has directed students who applied as minors to update National ID details through existing HEF accounts instead of creating new profiles.
Faith Odhiambo has questioned Ruto's free university plan, demanding transparent financing, legal safeguards and clear implementation before Parliament approves reforms.
Kenya plans to merge HELB, Universities Fund and TVET Fund into TEFA, creating a single agency to finance tertiary education nationwide.
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KUPPET warns schools could send students home as a Ksh6,000 capitation shortfall threatens operations, essential services and final-term learning.
Canada’s new financial requirements will force international students to prove they can cover higher living costs before receiving study permits.
HELB says students who exceed their official course duration may face funding delays but can secure disbursements with institutional confirmation.
KMTC has introduced three specialised healthcare courses in speech therapy and audiology to address emerging skills gaps and strengthen Kenya’s health workforce.
TSC has rejected claims that MPs receive teacher employment letters from State House, insisting recruitment and appointment remain its constitutional mandate.
KNEC has released 2026 assessment timelines, requiring schools to administer Grade 10 tests from October and upload results by October 23.