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Why capitation is the new lie at Education ministry

Education CS Julius Ogamba has come under pressure over delayed capitation that has nearly crippled schools operations. [File, Standard]

The Ministry of Education on Wednesday, finally released Sh22 billion as capitation for Term Two after weeks of public outcry, broken promises, and agony in schools.

The release comes as a major relief for head teachers who had warned of a possible shutdown of school operations occasioned by the delayed funding.

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