By Gerald Mukembu
Meru County Woman Representative Elizabeth Karambu Kailemia has urged the national government to merge all bursary funds under the National Treasury to enhance transparency and prevent corruption in the allocation of education funds.
Meru Woman Rep Karambu Kailemia speaks during an Empowerment program in North Imenti
Kailemia emphasized that investing in education remains one of the most effective ways to empower young people and transform communities.
Speaking in North Imenti during an empowerment program for women, men, youths and people living with disabilities, Kailemia said consolidating the various bursary schemes would help eliminate duplication, political favoritism, and delays that often prevent needy students from accessing financial support.
“The current system, where bursaries are managed by different institutions and offices, creates loopholes that some individuals exploit to benefit their allies rather than deserving learners,” she said.
The legislator noted that a centralized bursary framework would promote fairness by ensuring that funds are distributed based on need rather than political influence. She proposed that chiefs and school principals play a key role in identifying deserving beneficiaries.
“By guaranteeing that every child has access to education, the government will not only fight inequality but also build a stronger, better-equipped generation for the country’s future,” she said.
