MERU, Kenya — The government has announced a review of the current education funding model to ensure that no deserving learner is locked out of school due to financial constraints.
Speaking during the 6th graduation ceremony at Meru National Polytechnic, where more than 3,000 students graduated at various academic levels, Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Migosi Ogamba said the new funding approach will significantly widen access to education financing across the country.
“We want every learner, regardless of their background, to have a fair shot at finishing school. No student should be locked out of education because of lack of fees,” Ogamba said.
The CS revealed that the government has already released KSh 1.2 billion to support student loans and fee capitation, with plans to inject an additional KSh 800 million to further strengthen the initiative.
Ogamba also praised the Competency-Based Education and Training (CBET) model, noting that it continues to equip learners with practical, market-driven skills.
“The CBET model has helped address specific occupational standards and ensured that our students acquire the right skills that make them employable immediately after training,” he added.
Meru National Polytechnic Senior Principal Mutembei Kigige said strong partnerships with local industries have greatly improved training outcomes and job readiness.
“Our partnership with local enterprises allows employers to take part in shaping the learners’ training through dual programs, and this has helped us produce work-ready graduates,” Kigige said.
The institution marked the milestone graduation with optimism, expressing confidence that the new funding measures and strengthened industry linkages will significantly boost youth employability across Kenya.
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