In Machakos County, over 28,000 students are set to receive bursaries ensuring the continuity of their education in secondary and tertiary institutions without interruptions this year.
Governor Wavinya Ndeti spearheaded the launch of the disbursement of Ksh 120 Million, marking the highest bursary award in the county’s history. This substantial increase from last year’s Ksh 80 Million allocation underscores the government’s commitment to supporting education.
Addressing the gathering at Kanyama Grounds in Matungulu Sub-county, Governor Ndeti, alongside Deputy Governor Francis Mwangangi, emphasized the importance of bridging the gap between the affluent and the less privileged through education. She pledged to progressively augment the bursary fund to benefit more students in need.
The selection of beneficiaries underwent a rigorous process overseen by the Ward Bursary Committee to ensure transparency and fairness.
Furthermore, Governor Ndeti announced a significant change in the disbursement process, stating that the County Government would transition from issuing cheques to directly wiring funds to students’ accounts starting next year.
“In order to address these gaps, my Government is now keen on adopting the digital cash transfer system whereby monies will be wired directly to students’ accounts in the schools they are studying in,” she said.
This move aims to streamline the payment process, addressing delays that have previously left needy students vulnerable to school fee challenges.
Stakeholders, including teachers and parents, lauded the County Government’s intervention, recognizing its timeliness amidst the challenging economic circumstances faced by many families across Kenya.
