End Of An Era For Ex-Powerful Assistant Minister And Uhuru's Top Advisor?
Former Tigania West MP and assistant minister, Dr Kilemi Mwiria ( Photo Courtesy) He is one of the fallen political giants in the country having heen confined into the political cold for over one decade. After suffering yet another election defeat, is this the end of the road for former Tigania West MP Dr Kilemi Mwiria?
Mwalimu Dida Reacts To Ruto's Move To Abolish HELB, Sends Bold Message To Those Who Voted Him
President William Ruto's proposals to disband the Higher Education Loans Board (HELB), which has assisted university and college students in obtaining funding, have prompted a response from former presidential contender Mwalimu Dida. In his remarks, Mwalimu Dida said that UDA Party President Ruto had committed to replacing the HELB with a six-month guarantee.
Here Are 7 Proposed Names That The Government Wants to 'Rename' HELB With
( Photo courtesy of Higher Education Loans Board badge) Following President William Ruto's directive on merging Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) and Universities Fund(UF), the presidential working party on education reforms has suggested several names for the expected funding agency. The move is inclined towards reflecting a clear mandate of the agency as well as honouring Kenya Kwanza's campaign promise of merging HELB, TVET funds and the University fund.
Ex-Powerful Kibaki Minister Suffers Humiliating Defeat After Defying Ruto To Support Raila
Former Mogotio MP Prof Hellen Sambili ( Photo Courtesy) The August 9 general election could as well be the end of Prof. Hellen Sambili's political career after a humiliating defeat in the hands of a political greenhorn. Keen to make a comeback after five years in the cold, Prof. Sambili had to ride against the UDA yellow wave in the Rift Valley region- a key support base of Deputy President and Kenya Kwanza Alliance presidential candidate, William Ruto.
Powerful Jubilee Party Senator Makes A Big Gamble After Opting Not To Defend Her Seat
Uasin Gishu County Senator Prof Margaret Kamar who is not in the race to defend her seat ( Photo Courtesy) It is now official that Uasin Gishu County Senator Prof Margaret Kamar is not in the race to defend her seat come the August 9 general election. According to the gazette notice that has gazetted candidates for the upcoming poll, Prof. Kamar's name is conspicuously missing in the Uasin Gishu senator race with only two candidates cleared to run for the position.
HELB Early Morning Message To All Kenyans
The Higher Education Loan Board is a board that is responsible for assisting students loans so that their studies will not be affected by lack of fees. The Higher Education Loan Board on their official verified Facebook page this early morning they have sent a message to all Kenyans concerning the M-pesa payment of the loan.
Kenyans React As Kenyatta University Students Warn Against Proposed Fees Increase Hugely Suffer
Parents with University students will suffer hugely if the governments plan to increase fees goes through. The government and vice-chancellors of public universities are mulling increasing fees threefold in a bid to ensure financial stability for the institutions that are struggling to offer services. Muchui further noted that the push for revision of fees comes at a time when universities are experiencing a sharp decrease in enrolment for self-sponsored programmes.
HELB Loans Disbursement
University students will soon receive their paychecks from the Higher Education Loans Board. This is according to Sasaka Brian , the Secretary General of the Kenya University Students Organization. In a letter dated 12th January 2023, the leader informed university students of their visit to the HELB offices, where they were received by the funding and lending manager Mr. Ndegwa since the CEO was on leave.
Inside Cleophas Malalah's New Palatial Home [PHOTOS]
On January 1, former senator Cleophas Malalah had an extravagant housewarming party to celebrate the opening of his opulent new residence in Makunga, Kakamega County. Among those Malalah hosted during the commissioning of his new home were the clergy, Kakamega Deputy Chief Whip, and Higher Education Principal Secretary Beatrice Inyangala, who served as his running mate for governor.
Message To All Kenyans Concerning Their HELB Loans
Higher Education Loan Board (HELB) sent a very important to all Kenyans yesterday about the penalty waiver for HELP. All Kenyans have been asked to take advantage of the Higher Education Loan Board (HELB) period and pay the loan. They will be given 100% penalty on their loan.
Bad News to University Students as They May be Forced to Differ One Semester if Ruto Ends HELB
A few hours ago, a report emerged that president William Ruto wants to end The Higher Education Loans Board and replace it with another body that will be more effective in funding students. Things may however turn sour for poor university students if the Higher Education Loans Board is brought to an end for they will have no source of school fees.
President Ruto promises to Abolish both Helb and TVET
President Ruto today has said that he has been trying to bring revolutions to the education sector for the last four months he has been in office. He said that he will abolish Helb and TVET to form a national skills and funding council to connect the two levels to enhance education progress.
3 Major Questions Kenyans Should Expect During President Ruto's Interview Today
President Ruto is expected to answer questions from Journalists coming different media houses in Kenya, today from 7 Pm to 9 Pm .This was announced yesterday by Dennis Itumbi, a close ally of the President.Following are 3 questions the President and Kenyans should expect from his interviewers with most question being drawn from the trending issues in the country.The first question is his achievement ,ever since he took over.This question will demand answers from an economic view and a social view, that is ,has the economic situation improved and is Kenya United considering the division after elections.Has the price of basic commodities such as flour and electricity reduced as he promised during the campaigns.
Big Blow To President Ruto As Azimio Plans To Demonstrate Over HELB
On January 4, Opiyo Wandayi the minority leader in the National Assembly presented additional demands to President William Ruto over school fee subsidies. Wandayi urged the president to continue the initiative started by Uhuru Kenyatta predecessor in order to prevent Azimio La Umoja from planning statewide protests. Additionally, he cautioned Ruto against abolishing the Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) before creating adequate safeguards to ensure the continuation of student loan services.
How To Easily Secure A Helb Clearance Certificate
News from https://teachersupdates.co.ke/helb/how-to-get-helb-clearance-certificate/ suggests that securing a Helb clearance certificate from the Higher Education Loans board has become easier than before. There are two type of Helb documents as follows. a.) The Helb compliance certificate. This certificate is meant for higher education loan recipients that are currently paying their loan.
Higher Education Loans Board Replies to delayed mpesa payments and gives directions
The Higher Education Loans Board has been quick to respond to the delayed mpesa payments experienced by their beneficiaries. Through their post on Twitter, HELB has suggested that their beneficiaries should wait for 24 hours for the payments to reflect. If they do not reflect within 24 hours, they should send an email to Higher Education Loans Board on their official email account [email protected]
Azimio Reignites the Flame of Nationwide Protests Following Ruto's New Guidelines
Azimio-One Kenya Coalition has today announced the impending start of nationwide protests after President William Ruto refused to cooperate on the issues raised by the 9-point agenda during last year's Kamukunji Grounds Rally, according to a statement released by Ugunja Member of Parliament Hon. Opiyo Wadanyi on behalf of Raila Odinga.
Rip, Sixth Year African Student Dies in Russia
Sangulukani Lungu, a sixth-year-old African student, died in Russia following an unexplained illness. On February 24, 2022, a younger Zambian man who had been under a scholarship died. Lungu enrolled at Far Eastern Federal University in Vladivostok, Russia, according to a statement from Zambia's Higher Education Loans and Scholarships Board.
Azimio Announces Resumption Of Nationwide Protests
As a result of President William Ruto's refusal to cooperate on the issues raised by the 9-point agenda at last year's Kamukunji Grounds Rally, the Azimio-One Kenya Coalition today announced the likelihood of nationwide protests in a statement released by Ugunja Member of Parliament Hon. Opiyo Wadanyi on Raila Odinga's behalf.
How to get HELB Clarence Certificate Online
The Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) is a state corporation in Kenya that provides financial assistance to needy and meritorious students pursuing higher education at accredited institutions within the country. To be eligible for a loan, an applicant must be a Kenyan citizen who has been admitted to an accredited institution of higher learning in Kenya.