There was joy and celebration in Chepkumia, Nandi County, after Head of Public Service Felix Koskei stepped in to support Faith Jepchumba, a Form Four student at Kapsabet Girls High School, by pledging to clear her outstanding school fees.
Faith, a candidate preparing for this year’s national examinations, had been sent home two weeks ago over fee arrears amounting to Ksh119,000. The student, who hails from Koibem Village in Chepkumia, Emgwen Constituency, had remained stranded at home as her parents struggled to raise the required amount.
According to reports, Faith’s plight gained public attention after she made an appeal on social media seeking help to continue with her education.
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Speaking through his personal assistant, Koskei confirmed that the student’s fees would be paid in full to enable her return to school and adequately prepare for the upcoming national examinations scheduled for November.
Residents of Chepkumia who spoke to Education News lauded the Head of Public Service for the gesture, describing it as a timely intervention for a vulnerable learner.
“This is a rare gesture by the Head of Public Service that other leaders should emulate,” said an elated John Kosgey.
By Meshack Cheres
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