BY STEPHEN KILONZI
The Government has reiterated its commitment to ensuring that no deserving Kenyan student is denied access to university education due to lack of school fees.
Speaking at the University of Embu’s 10th graduation ceremony, Principal Secretary for Higher Education Dr. Beatrice Inyangala said the newly rolled-out student-centered funding model is already supporting over 180,000 students who joined university this year.
“Education is the greatest equalizer. This funding model is not just a technical adjustment; it is a moral commitment to build a nation where potential, not privilege, determines success,” said Dr. Inyangala.
She also announced that the Government is preparing for the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC) transition into universities by 2029.
Consultations with institutions, regulatory bodies, and professional agencies are ongoing to align infrastructure, staffing, and curricula with the demands of CBC graduates.
The PS emphasized that inclusivity and sustainability remain central pillars of the Government’s education agenda.
Echoing her sentiments, University of Embu Chancellor Prof. Musili Wambua hailed ongoing education reforms as a “game changer,” crediting Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Migos Ogamba and Dr. Inyangala for addressing funding gaps and quality concerns across universities.
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“These reforms have brought about transformative change in how our higher learning institutions operate. Thousands of students who would have been left behind are now able to pursue their dreams,” said Prof. Wambua.
Vice Chancellor Prof. Daniel Mugendi revealed that most students had expressed gratitude for the new funding model, which has eased financial burdens and expanded access to education.
He also announced that 4,292 first-year students were admitted for the 2025/2026 academic year, raising the total student population to 16,406—up from 14,534 last year.
This year’s graduation also marked a historic milestone for the institution, with a record 2,055 students conferred degrees and diplomas—the largest graduating class in the university’s history.
The cohort included 1,915 bachelor’s degree graduates, 92 diploma and certificate holders, 39 master’s degree recipients, 7 Ph.D. scholars, and 2 postgraduate diploma awardees.
The event served not only as a celebration of academic achievement but also as a reflection of the country’s bold strides toward a more inclusive and equitable higher education system.
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