Kakamega Senator Dr Boni Khalwale has called on the government to urgently overhaul the current bursary funding model, which he described as discriminatory and unfair to the underprivileged.
Speaking during the send-off ceremony for the late Veronica Mudola Makwaka in Malinya village, Idakho Central Ward, Ikolomani Sub-county, the Senator urged President William Ruto to redirect bursary funds away from political influences and ensure they are allocated to those who need them most.
Khalwale emphasized that the existing system perpetuates economic inequality, preventing many deserving students from accessing essential educational resources.
“Education should be a right, not a privilege,” he stated, urging the Ministry of Education (MoE) to take decisive steps towards making education free for all.
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The Senator noted the growing number of students unable to fulfill their academic aspirations due to financial constraints, calling for immediate reforms that prioritize fair and transparent distribution of educational funds.
“It is time for immediate action to streamline the bursary process and ensure that no child is left behind,” he insisted, rallying the community to support this vital initiative.
His remarks highlight the pressing need for systemic change to promote equal educational opportunities for every child in Kakamega and beyond.
By Calistus Imbayi
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