Teachers Get Relief as Ruto Signs KSh 24.2 Billion ($187 Million) Funding Boost

Kenya, 8 April 2026 - Thousands of teachers are set to benefit after President William Ruto approved a supplementary budget aimed at clearing salary gaps and improving medical cover in the education sector.

The newly signed Supplementary Appropriation Bill allocates KSh24.2 billion ($187 million) to the Teachers Service Commission (TSC), targeting long-standing concerns over pay shortfalls and healthcare support.

The funding comes as a response to years of complaints from teachers over delayed benefits and rising financial strain, offering what many see as much-needed relief.

In addition, the government has set aside KSh 3 billion to settle pending medical bills, a move expected to ease pressure on teachers who have struggled with healthcare costs.

The budget extends beyond basic education, with university students and staff also set to benefit. The Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) has received an additional KSh4.1 billion, pushing its total funding to KSh 45.6 billion.

To address recurring unrest in universities, KSh3.88 billion has been allocated to clear salary arrears linked to the 2017–2021 collective bargaining agreement.

Other allocations include KSh 6 billion for higher education institutions and KSh 1.5 billion for the University Funding Board to stabilise operations.