Schools to wait longer for funds as new term begins

Newly admitted pupils from St Mary's Primary school, a public institution in Nakuru City enjoy their lunch meal at the institution after undergoing orientation on January 6, 2025. 

Photo credit: Boniface Mwangi | Nation Media Group

The National Treasury has said it will release Sh48 billion capitation later this month urging schools to be patient as the government makes efforts to ensure smooth operation in the learning institutions.

Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi said the government is mobilising resources and working closely with the Ministry of Education to ensure money hits the school accounts before the end of this month.

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