"School Fees Nayo Mtalipa" Change of Tact as Govt Now Tells Grade 10 Students After Asking Them to Report to School With Immediate Effect

The government has clarified its stance on the admission of Grade 10 students into senior secondary schools, emphasizing that the presidential directive to allow immediate reporting without fees or uniforms is not a waiver on school fees.

Basic Education Principal Secretary Julius Bitok stated that the order, issued by President William Ruto, provides a grace period for learners to join classes amid financial challenges facing many families.

However, parents must still settle the required fees at a later date.

School heads who refuse to admit eligible students risk disciplinary action, as the government pushes for full transition under the Competency-Based Curriculum