Schools across the country are facing a financial crisis due to delays in capitation funds, with headteachers warning that teaching and learning are on the brink of collapse.
The government's failure to disburse the expected 50 per cent of funds for the term has left institutions struggling to deliver the curriculum to learners.
Kenya Secondary Schools Heads Association (KESSHA) National Chairman Willy Kuria said the financial strain has left schools in debt, with some owing millions in electricity, water, and stationery expenses. "Some institutions have had their electricity and water supply disconnected due to huge bills.
We have debts with suppliers, which keep soaring because we pay in bits due to financial challenges," he said.
