President William Ruto has set a January 2027 deadline for Parliament to pass new legislation aimed at increasing funding for universities and technical and vocational education and training (TVET) institutions. The directive comes as part of broader efforts to improve educational infrastructure and align training programs with labor market demands.
The proposed law would establish a dedicated funding mechanism to support higher education and vocational training, with a focus on expanding access and improving quality. Ruto emphasized the need for urgent legislative action to address long-standing underinvestment in these sectors.
This initiative follows recent government reports highlighting a growing skills gap and the need for better alignment between education and employment. The new law is expected to include measures for increased public funding, private sector partnerships, and improved oversight of educational institutions. The timeline reflects the administration’s push to modernize Kenya’s education system ahead of upcoming national development plans.
