Economic strain hits as senior school intakes begin nationwide

Students and parents during Grade 10 admission at Kisii School, on January 12, 2026.[Sammy Omingo, Standard]

The first cohort of Grade 10 learners reported to senior secondary schools on Monday, amid complaints from parents and teachers over tough economic times and delays in the disbursement of capitation.Get Full Access for Ksh299/WeekFact‑first reporting that puts you at the heart of the newsroom. Subscribe for full access.Unlock Full AccessUnlimited access to all premium contentUninterrupted ad-free browsing experienceMobile-optimized reading experienceWeekly NewslettersMPesa, Airtel Money and Cards acceptedAlready a subscriber?Log inFollow The Standard
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