The proposal to replace the bursary fund continues to draw mixed reactions with some parents in Nakuru welcoming the proposal.
Led by Andrew Kirui the parents pointed out that the move will save on time and ensure all students benefit irrespective of their backgrounds.
Speaking in Total town, Kirui noted politicians were using bursaries for personal gains with many deserving students being locked out.
“Replacing or merging bursaries is good and we support the proposal. Politicians have been using bursaries for their political gains even as needy students are locked out,” Kirui said.
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The parents are now asking MPs to fully support the bill, adding that no child should miss education due to lack of fees.
Nandi Senator Samson Cherargey echoed the sentiments, saying the government was spending large amount of money on education bursaries.
Cherargey promised to back the bill, further stating that replacing bursaries will boost efficiency and prevent misappropriation as witnessed at the moment.
“The government spends huge amounts of funds for bursaries every year. This money should be channeled to school directly. I know elected leaders are not willing to abandon the kitty because they use it for politics,” opined Cherargey.
In his proposal, Kiambu Senator Karungo Thang’wa wants the bursaries merged and money sent directly to schools, adding that he had drafted a motion to that effect.
By Kimutai Langat
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