HELB starts releasing 2026/27 university funding allocations

What happened

Students can now check university portals for updated fee statements showing their support, household contribution and any balance. HELB has Sh56.7 billion against a reported Sh114 billion requirement, so updates will continue progressively.

Why it may matter

• Evidence rather than policy — useful for understanding a trend.
• Useful if you are trying to explore opportunities.
• Affects students in Kenya.