Kenya's Bursary Funds Crisis: Governor Highlights National Government's Responsibility

Murang'a Governor Highlights National Government's Role in Bursary Funds Crisis Kenya faces a significant challenge in its secondary education system: a bursary funds crisis. The issue was brought to light in a recent interview on Spice FM's The Situation Room with Dr. Irungu Kang'ata, Governor of Murang'a County. Governor Kang'ata stated, "Our role as counties in secondary education is very limited. Once we disburse bursaries, that’s where our responsibility ends." He emphasized that the responsibility for ensuring capitation funds reach high schools lies with the national government and Members of Parliament. The interview highlighted the disparity between the county's limited resources and the significant funding needs of secondary schools. This situation underscores the urgent need for collaboration between national and county governments to address the crisis effectively. Governor Kang'ata's call for a collaborative approach offers a potential path toward a solution, ensuring that all students have access to quality education. The conversation also touched upon the legal aspects of the crisis and the ongoing court case related to the allocation of funds. The governor's perspective provides valuable insight into the complexities of the issue and the need for a more equitable distribution of resources. The interview concludes with a call for a collegiate approach, suggesting a way forward to resolve the crisis.