Universities reject Ruto funding model
2 min read
Private Universities reject Ruto funding model; which will only fund students in public institutions
Private Universities reject Ruto funding model; which will only fund students in public institutions
On Friday, May 12, stakeholders in private universities rejected a funding model for higher education institutions proposed by President William Ruto and Education Cabinet Secretary Ezekiel Machogu.
The plan to only support public institutions, in the opinion of the stakeholders, disadvantages and discriminates against them as taxpayers.
“We have a right to enjoy our taxes. These taxes should be channeled to every student regardless of whether they are in public or private universities,” argued Judy Chania from Machakos University.
“All our efforts to fight for sponsorship of students in private universities by the government has not been appreciated,” she added.
They suggested that the government emulate former Education CS Fred Matiang’i’s strategies.
During Matiangi’s reign, the government explored ways private universities could enroll State-funded students.
“This will be a temptation to the students. If they receive the money in their accounts, their first option may not be to pay fees,” she explained.
On May 3, Ruto launched a new funding model to ensure that only public universities benefit from government funding.
Pastor Ezekiel recounts how Mackenzie duped him in a multi-million deal
All workers must contribute to the housing fund, Ruto
National Treasury explains reasons for doubling fuel tax from 8% to 16%
Ruto assured parents of fully funding their students in public universities and increasing the number of needy students to receive government scholarships from 38 percent and 55 percent.
In March 2023, the National Assembly Education Committee questioned why the government posted government-sponsored students to private universities.
“In the future, any engagement between private universities and the government will only be based on policy but there will be no admission of government-sponsored students in private universities,” suggested Julius Melly, the committee chairperson.
The committee argued that by funding private universities, public universities were left with limited resources despite the high admission rate.
On the other hand, Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS), on Friday, May 12, clarified that the proposed university funding model will not affect the new posting model.
Also read,
How to appeal if your US Green Card application is denied
How to check your US Green Card application status
Kenya applies for new IMF long-term funding facility
Follow us
