President William Ruto has addressed claims that his government plans to reduce capitation funds allocated to primary and secondary schools, a move critics say would lead to higher school fees as learners return to school in January 2026.
Speaking during a church service at the Covenant Church International on Sunday, December 28, 2025, in Narok County, the President dismissed the claims and lashed out at his political opponents, accusing them of spreading propaganda.
“There is no such thing,” the President said, referring to claims of reduced capitation.
“And therefore, I want to tell those people who are introducing petty politics and unnecessary propaganda into the education of our children: I am telling them to keep off our children. All Kenyan children—1,130,000 in total—will get a chance to join senior school in January. The government has already released 44 billion shillings. The money will be in schools before the children report back,” said Ruto.
Ruto Clears Air on Reduction of Capitation Funds
He assured parents and school administrators that the government has already released funds to support a smooth transition into the new school term.
“In addition, we have ensured that the capitation the government provides—twenty-two thousand shillings per learner, has already been released. The government has disbursed 44 billion shillings this week to ensure that the transition in January will be smooth. There will be resources in our schools,” Ruto said.
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The President added that the funds will reach schools before learners report back, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to ensuring uninterrupted learning and easing the financial burden on parents.
Ndindi Nyoro Alleges Plot to Reduce Capitation Funds
He further reiterated that his government will not reduce capitation funds, urging his critics to cease politicizing education.
Speaking during a church service at Full Gospel Church in Murang’a on Sunday, November 16, 2025, Ndindi said the Ministry of Education had circulated a letter to school principals, referencing a 2015 Gazette notice.
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The circular reportedly proposed cutting capitation per student from KSh 22,000 to KSh 12,000 per year.
“I have been receiving communication from principals about something very appalling. As a leader, we are not going to allow it to happen,” Ndindi said.
Ndindi assured parents and students that, as a Member of Parliament, he would do everything within his powers to push the government to reverse the decision, stressing that education plays a critical role in the development of the country.
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