Many public secondary schools in Nakuru County have failed to meet their development targets for the term due to a critical funding shortage, school heads have revealed.
Moi Amalo Secondary School Principal Haron Nyandoro stated that the delay in releasing government capitation and the National Government Constituency Development Fund (NGCDF) has left schools financially crippled, severely affecting their operations.
“We have been unable to carry out any meaningful development this term,” Nyandoro told journalists during a press briefing. “The delayed release of capitation and NGCDF funds has hit us hard. Many students have not paid fees because they rely on these funds.”
He noted that the financial shortfall has also led to non-payment of non-teaching staff, with some schools facing possible go-slows due to salary delays.
“It’s not just development projects suffering — the morale of our support staff is low because salaries haven’t been paid. We are doing our best, but it’s tough,” he added.
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Nyandoro, who admitted his school missed its development targets, warned that the ongoing crisis threatens preparations for the upcoming KCSE exams.
“We cannot procure the necessary items for KCSE readiness, and worse still, some students are being sent home for fees. This constant disruption will affect performance,” he said.
The situation has worsened following a Supreme Court ruling that declared the NG-CDF unconstitutional, casting doubt on the fund’s future. This has left many schools, which heavily relied on it for infrastructure and bursaries, in a state of limbo.
Meanwhile, school heads are also urging students to maintain discipline despite the current challenges.
“Discipline remains a key pillar of success. Whether in class or outside, our students must understand that good character will carry them far,” Nyandoro emphasised.
Several schools across the county have reportedly closed earlier than scheduled due to the financial crunch, sparking concerns among parents and education stakeholders.
As schools await clarity on the future of education funding, principals are calling on the government to act swiftly to prevent further disruption in the education sector.
By Kimutai Langat
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