Kenya education reform bills: stakeholders seek JSS autonomy and higher capitation

What happened

Stakeholders in Marsabit and Mandera want junior secondary schools moved into senior schools and capitation raised from Sh12,000 to Sh22,000. Written memoranda on the Education Reform Bills are due by October 2, 2026.

Why it may matter

• More places or more money than before.
• Affects students in Kenya.