The government is planning major changes to how student loans, bursaries, and scholarships are managed. The move aims to reduce duplication, improve accountability, and ensure education funding reaches the learners who need it most. This follows ongoing discussions by the National Assembly Departmental Committee on Regional Development on a proposal to harmonise student financing across
Students applying for Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) funding do not all receive the same amount of financial support. Under the new funding Model, the amount of money awarded depends on the level of financial need, where learners from vulnerable backgrounds generally receive more funds. HELB funding process begins when a student submits details about
The Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) has explained how its University and TVET students can access loan funds, revealing distinct procedures for M-PESA and bank disbursements under its new payment system. Through a partnership with Safaricom, the HELB now transfers student upkeep money directly to students’ M-PESA wallets, an effort expected to reduce long queues
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