At the centre of the dispute is a growing fallout between Governor Johnson Sakaja’s administration and Members of the County Assembly, with legislators accusing the executive of failing to provide sufficient information on key financial proposals before seeking approval.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe county government has launched an assessment exercise to determine whether the programme is helping families lower education costs as initially promised.
By Bradley BosireThe Treasury has also set aside Sh4.9 billion to convert 20,000 intern teachers into permanent and pensionable terms starting January 2027. Another 24,000 interns will be absorbed in July 2027 under a Sh8.2 billion plan aimed at closing staffing gaps in schools.
By Maureen KinyanjuiMPs on the National Assembly Budget and Appropriations Committee raised concerns during 2026/27 budget scrutiny over delayed teacher pensions, lack of insurance provisions and capitation shortfalls. They backed increased support for TVET, school feeding, infrastructure and special needs reforms.
By Chrispho Owuor