The Ministry of Education (MoE) has directed a comprehensive audit of public secondary schools across the country for the financial year ending June 30, 2025, to strengthen financial accountability and transparency in the education sector.
In a circular dated February 13, 2026, the ministry, through the State Department for Basic Education, instructed all regional and county directors of education to notify schools under their jurisdiction of the planned audit.
The exercise is being conducted at the request of the Office of the Auditor-General, Kenya, as part of the 2024/2025 audit plan.
According to the circular, the audit will cover 790 public secondary schools, including 106 national schools, 342 extra-county schools, 217 county schools, and 125 sub-county schools.
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The schools selected for the review will undergo financial scrutiny for the stated financial year and, where applicable, previous periods.
The audit process, which commenced on February 9, 2026, seeks to examine financial management systems, procurement procedures, and the use of public funds in the targeted institutions.
The education officials said the exercise is intended to ensure proper utilisation of resources and enhance accountability in school administration.
During the audit period, school principals, finance officers, bursars, and other administrative staff involved in procurement and financial management will be required to be present and provide relevant documentation and support to auditors.
The ministry emphasised that the audit forms part of ongoing efforts to promote prudent financial management in public schools and improve service delivery in the education sector. Officials noted that the findings will help identify gaps in financial oversight and recommend corrective measures where necessary.
Education stakeholders have welcomed the move, saying it will boost public confidence in the management of school funds and support the government’s broader agenda of accountability and transparency in public institutions.
By Kithinji Njeru
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