×
App Icon
The Standard e-Paper
Fearless, Trusted News
★★★★ - on Play Store
Download App

Why over 1,000 schools risk closure

Basic Education PS Julius Bitok before the National Assembly Education committee at Bunge Towers, Nairobi, on May 13, 2025. [Elvis Ogina, Standard]

About 1,000 public schools with fewer than 10 learners are staring at possible closure after a government audit laid bare shocking gaps in enrolment data.

Premium Article

Get Full Access for Ksh299/Week.

Uncover the stories others won't tell. Subscribe now for exclusive access.
Continue Reading  →
What you get
  • Unlimited access to all premium content
  • Ad-free browsing experience
  • Mobile-optimised reading
  • Weekly newsletters & digests
Pay via
M - PESA
VISA
Airtel Money
Secure Payments Kenya's most trusted newsroom since 1902