Tag: Education Funding
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Ruto Confirms Capitation Release for Grade 10 Transition
Kenya Advances Capitation Funds Ahead of Grade 10 Transition The Kenyan government has released more than Ksh 44 billion in capitation funds to public primary and secondary schools in preparation for the Grade 10 transition slated for January 2026. President William Ruto confirmed the disbursement during a public remarks at a church event in Narok…
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Capitation Release Reassures Kenya Grade 10 Transition
Capitation Funds Released Ahead of Grade 10 Transition President William Ruto announced that the government has disbursed more than Ksh 44 billion in capitation funds to public schools across Kenya, a move aimed at smoothing the upcoming Grade 10 transition scheduled for January 2026. Speaking at a church event in Narok County on Sunday, December…
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Anonymous $50M Gift at UW: Tuition Covered for Medical Laboratory Science Students
Overview: A Generous Gesture With Far-Reaching Impact In an extraordinary act of philanthropy, an anonymous donor has pledged roughly $50 million to the University of Washington (UW) to support the Medical Laboratory Science Program. The gift is earmarked to cover the tuition for students enrolled in the program, removing a significant barrier to entry and…
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Namibia’s Free Tertiary Education: New Minimum Standards for Access and Quality
Overview of the new policy Namibia has introduced a policy framework that reshapes how free tertiary education is allocated. The initiative states that free higher education will be available only to first-time students enrolled in institutions and programs that meet new minimum national standards. In practical terms, this means both entry requirements and program quality…
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Priya Kapur Cites Receipts in Delhi High Court Over Karisma Kapoor’s Daughter’s Fees Dispute
Overview of the Case The Delhi High Court resumed proceedings this week in a dispute involving Samaira, Karisma Kapoor’s daughter, and her brother Kiaan, against their stepmother, Priya Kapur. The case has drawn significant attention due to its high-profile participants and the reported allegations surrounding university fees and guardianship. In court, Priya Kapur’s counsel, Sheyl…
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Government Bill Bans Opt-Outs from International Tests and Expands Intervention Powers for Failing Schools
Overview of the Bill A new government bill proposes sweeping changes to how schools handle international benchmarking tests and responses to underperformance. The core ideas are straightforward: schools would no longer be allowed to opt out of international maths and reading assessments, and the central authorities would accelerate intervention measures in schools that trail their…
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Budget 2025 slashes Canada Student Grants, experts warn
Budget 2025 May Bring Less Money for Canada Student Grants The latest federal budget has sparked concern among higher education advocates and student groups who fear that the Canada Student Grant (CSG) program is slated for cuts or tighter eligibility. While Budget 2025 outlines a wide array of measures across the economy, a line item…
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Special needs support in England faces total collapse, councils warn
Warning signs of a system under pressure Local councils across England say the country’s special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) system is approaching a tipping point. In recent months, authorities have reported long waiting times, rising backlogs, and worsening outcomes for children who rely on tailored support to access education and daily life services. The…
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Catholic School Fees Rise Up to 20% in Melbourne as Families Feel the Pressure
Melbourne families brace for higher Catholic school costs Parents with children in Catholic schools across Melbourne are facing a harsh financial reality: next year’s education fees could rise by as much as 20 per cent in some institutions. The jump, linked to larger operational costs, staffing pressures, and capital maintenance needs, has prompted questions about…
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Mpamaa Primary School gets 197m disbursed for classroom and sanitation upgrades in Dodoma
Mpamaa Primary School in Dodoma City has received a significant funding boost as the government disbursed 197 million Tanzanian shillings to support a range of development projects. The allocation aims to improve learning conditions, increase capacity, and promote better sanitation for students and staff. The project is part of ongoing efforts to enhance basic education…