The Ministry of Education has clarified how it disburses Free Primary Education (FPE) funds across public primary schools. The clarification comes through an official circular issued on April 23, 2026. First, the Ministry restated that capitation for primary schools is capped at KSh 1,400 per learner annually. It also explained that the National Treasury releases
The Ministry of Education has addressed whether it will extend the reporting deadline for Grade 10 students in their respective schools. While speaking to the media on Thursday, January 15, 2026, Education Principal Secretary Professor Julius Bitok stated that the government is considering the extension. “So far, we are confident. The numbers are growing slowly,
The academic calendar dates to the 2026 academic year have been announced by the ministry of education. The comprehensive schedule covers term dates in Basic Education Institutions and Diploma Teachers Training Colleges (DTTCs). The circular was signed by Basic Education Principal Secretary Julius Bitok and was copied to Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba,the Teachers Service