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As schools open, spare parents pain of sending learners home over fees

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Austin Omiah, a counsellor takes Eric Ogolla through an orientation process during form one admission at Kisumu Day High School in Kisumu City. [Michael Mute, Standard]

Some time back, school was a pleasant experience for both parents and students. Many looked forward to the opening day. Not anymore.

Education was regarded as a chance to help better someone’s life, the choice-giver, door-opener to great opportunities. But today it’s an experience many prefer avoiding.

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