The Nairobi City County Government has rolled out KSh 297.5 million in bursaries across all wards, a move aimed at cushioning thousands of needy learners from dropping out of school.
This first-batch release, announced by Governor Sakaja Johnson, is designed to serve as a critical safety net for needy learners across the capital, ensuring that school fee arrears do not stall the academic journeys of the city’s most vulnerable children
The cheques were formally handed over to Members of the County Assembly (MCAs) during a ceremony at Charter Hall, City Hall. Presiding over the exercise, County Executive Committee Member for Talents, Skills Development and Care, Brian Mulama, emphasized the programme’s impact on vulnerable families.
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“This bursary programme is very important. It will help children continue their education and build a better future,” said Mulama as quoted by one of the local media houses.
Each of Nairobi’s wards received KSh 3.5 million, forming part of the larger KSh 595 million allocation for bursaries in the 2025/2026 financial year. Beyond ward allocations, the County has also earmarked KSh 262.9 million under the Executive Scholarship Programme to support bright but financially disadvantaged students in secondary schools and tertiary institutions.
The release of funds follows Governor Sakaja’s State of the County Address, where he revealed that 43,978 bursary cheques had already been issued to learners citywide. He further disclosed that 2,640 beneficiaries in five wards have transitioned to Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT), a system designed to enhance accountability, efficiency, and speed in disbursement.
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Governor Sakaja reiterated that education and child welfare remain central pillars of his administration’s social agenda. “A city that educates its children secures its future; a city that neglects them mortgages it. When you pass a budget, see not just the numbers but the people. These are real stories of hope restored, of parents breathing easier, and of children who can now dream beyond their circumstances. This is not charity — it is our duty to the people of Nairobi,” he stated.
MCAs welcomed the timely release of bursaries, noting that the funds would ease the burden of school fees for families grappling with economic pressures. Hon. Peter Maina, MCA for Uthiru/Ruthimitu Ward, praised the initiative, saying it bridges the gap for bright but needy students and gives them the opportunity to pursue their dreams.
By Masaki Enock
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