In a significant move to revamp Kenya's education sector, President William Ruto's administration has allocated a whopping KSh 784.5 billion to education in the upcoming 2026/27 budget. The substantial allocation is expected to have a profound impact, with a notable increase in funding for the Teachers Service Commission (TSC), Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) loans, and a major push to recruit more teachers. The boost in TSC funding is likely to lead to improved working conditions, better pay, and a reduction in the current teacher shortage crisis plaguing the country's schools. Meanwhile, the increased HELB loans will provide more students with access to higher education, paving the way for a more skilled and educated workforce in the years to come.
President William Ruto's government allocates KSh 784.5 billion to education in the 2026/27 budget, boosting TSC funding, HELB loans and teacher hiring.
