Kenya Announces New Funding Model for University, KMTC, and TVET Students Starting January 2027

President William Ruto has unveiled a new education funding model for students attending universities, Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC), and Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institutions, set to take effect in January 2027. The government developed this model in consultation with the Cabinet Secretary for Education and the Higher Education Loans Board (HELB). The proposed changes aim to ensure that no Kenyan student is sent home due to an inability to pay fees, shifting the focus from parents' ability to pay to students' ability to learn. New legislation to support these changes is expected to be completed before Parliament's December recess.