The National Government Constituencies Development Fund (NG-CDF) in Chepalungu Constituency has officially commenced the vetting of bursary beneficiaries for the 2025/2026 financial year, targeting secondary school and vocational students.
The constituency has set aside sh 60 million for bursary allocation, with sh 40 million earmarked for secondary school learners and sh 20 million allocated to vocational and technical students.
The vetting exercise kicked off on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, simultaneously across all wards.
The process is being conducted at designated primary schools serving as distribution and verification centres.
Chepalungu MP Victor Koech alias Mandazi said the exercise is aimed at ensuring the bursary programme reaches genuine and deserving students, particularly those from vulnerable households.
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Applicants are required to present valid documentation and proof of residency during the vetting process.
There was a strong turnout of parents and students, reflecting the high demand for education support amid rising school-related costs.
Community leaders and NG-CDF officials supervised the exercise to enhance transparency and fairness.
According to the Chepalungu NG-CDF office, the list of successful beneficiaries will be published for public scrutiny, after which bursary cheques will be sent directly to schools and institutions, not individuals, to promote accountability.
The bursary programme remains a key pillar of the constituency’s efforts to promote access to education and reduce dropout rates across Chepalungu.
By Philip Koech
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