CS Machogu responds to Rumours on School Fees Increase.
Kikuyu Township Primary School in Kiambu County on Monday morning, Education Cabinet Secretary Ezekiel Machogu, Highlighted that the government will not increase next year’s school fees.
He outlined that Students who will joib national and extra-county schools, the annual school fees will remain Ksh53,000 while those admitted to county schools will be required to pay Ksh45,000.
CS Machohu stated,” I have confirmed that exams have gone to all schools and Your Excellency, I would like to assure Kenyans that your government is not increasing the fees when they go to Form 1. All of (the candidates) are going to be placed in Form 1.”
“The school fees is Ksh53,000 for national and extra-county schools and Ksh45,000 for county schools,” he added.
On his part, President Ruto who was in attendance, wished all the candidates the very best.
President Ruto stated,”Be confident and do your best. Carry out the exam knowing very well we have an opportunity for each and every child of Kenya as you move to the next stage.”
“There is no child in Kenya who will not have a place to move on and progress their education to the next level. That is the confidence I want every child in Kenya to know,” he added.
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