The County Government of Kakamega has continued the distribution of county bursaries to beneficiaries in Malava Sub-County, reaffirming its commitment to supporting education and easing the financial burden on parents.
A total of Ksh16,792,000 was disbursed to schools across the seven wards in Malava during the exercise.
Representing Kakamega Governor Fernandes Barasa, the County Executive Committee Member (CECM) for Sports, Gender and Culture, CPA Jackline Masicha, issued bursary cheques to school principals and students, a move expected to ensure uninterrupted learning for beneficiaries.
CPA Masicha assured residents that the county government remains committed to ensuring all bursary beneficiaries receive their allocations promptly and efficiently.
“All eligible beneficiaries will receive their bursary funds in good time as the county continues prioritising education as a key pillar for empowerment and sustainable development,” she said.
The exercise brought together ward administrators and community area administrators from all the seven wards in Malava Sub-County to ensure transparency and inclusivity in the distribution process.
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During the event, the wards received the following allocations:
Shirugu-Mugai – Ksh2.7 million
Butali/Chegulo – Ksh2.4 million
Manda-Shivanga – Ksh2.7 million
Chemuche – Ksh2.1 million
East Kabras – Ksh2.2 million
West Kabras – Ksh2.3 million
South Kabras – Ksh2.1 million
Chief Officer for Financial Management CPA Dimina Chikamai welcomed the bursary programme, noting that it would significantly improve education standards within the county.
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She described the bursary as a major relief to parents struggling with school fees and commended school principals for their role in mentoring learners and managing institutions effectively.
Governor’s Advisor Saidi Khasavuli also praised principals for their dedication and leadership in schools, describing them as “the eyes, ears and voice of Malava.”
Khasavuli further lauded Governor Barasa for defending the county bursary programme after it had faced challenges following concerns raised by the Controller of Budget.
He called on teachers and education stakeholders to continue supporting the county government’s development agenda in the education sector.
“Let us remain positive and appreciative by seeing the glass as half full instead of half empty. Together, through unity and our collective voice, we can continue advocating for more development in our schools,” Khasavuli said.
Others present during the event included Chief Officer for Sports Laurence Mukoyani, County Gender Advisor Leah Khasandi, ward administrators and community area administrators.
BY WAKHUNGU ANDANJE
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