Gov't to release capitation to schools this week, says PS Bitok

Basic Education Principal Secretary Julius Bitok during the State Concert of the Kenya Music Festival at Sagana State Lodge on August 16,2025. [PSC]

The government will disburse Sh 23 billion in capitation funds to 45,000 schools across the country by the end of this week, Basic Education Principal Secretary Julius Bitok has announced.

The release of the capitation is expected to ease these concerns and ensure learning continues without major disruption.