West Pokot leaders oppose capitation cuts, say poor learners will suffer

Hon. Peter Lochakapong MP Sigor during a press briefing where they said that there is no clear policy on refugees in Kenya. [Wilberforce Okwiri, Standard]

A group of leaders from West Pokot County has criticised the government's decision to cut education capitation, arguing that move undermines the principle of free education.

They said that the decision by Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi would have a significant negative impact on children in marginalised and semi-arid regions, hindering access to education for children from poor families.