The Education Cabinet Secretary, Mr. Julius Migos Ogamba, will tomorrow appear before the National Assembly to address pressing concerns regarding the New Funding Model for universities and enhance safety measures in schools. This appearance follows a Kamukunji held on August 20th, where Members of Parliament raised critical questions about these issues.
Speaker Moses Wetang’ula announced that Mr. Ogamba will deliver a comprehensive update on the implementation of the New Funding Model, which aims to streamline and improve university funding. The Cabinet Secretary will be tasked with clarifying the model’s progress, simplifying its details for the public, and addressing any concerns that have emerged since its introduction.
In addition to discussing the funding model, Mr. Ogamba will provide a detailed report on the tragic incident at Hillside Endarasha Academy in Nyeri County. The incident has cast a spotlight on the urgent need for improved school safety protocols. The Education Cabinet Secretary will outline the Ministry’s steps to bolster security measures across both public and private educational institutions to prevent future tragedies and ensure a safe learning environment for all students.
Lawmakers have also requested information on the overall cost of education from basic to tertiary levels, as well as details on the annual expenditure for education bursaries and scholarships. These figures will provide insight into the financial landscape of the education sector and the support available to students.
The National Assembly’s session will offer a platform for the Education Cabinet Secretary to address these critical issues, providing clarity and direction on the future of educational funding and safety protocols in schools.