MPs Consider Ending Bursary Disbursements After Gen Z Criticism.
Over the past weekend, Titus Khamala, Member of Parliament for Lurambi, announced a collective decision by MPs to suspend the disbursement of bursaries to students. This decision comes amid mounting backlash over the use of the National Government Constituency Development Fund (NG-CDF), which has been a contentious issue for legislators.
In a statement, Khamala highlighted that the criticism, particularly from the younger generation known as Gen Z, had been relentless. The term “MPigs,” used to criticize MPs as greedy, has sparked considerable outrage among parliamentarians.
“As MPs, we have unanimously agreed that the current issues surrounding the CDF are untenable. We are facing unnecessary insults” Khamala expressed.
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Addressing the concerns raised by Gen Z, Khamala emphasized that MPs had taken the difficult decision to halt bursary disbursements. This decision means that students who previously relied on these funds will now need to seek alternative sources for their school fees, such as approaching the Ministry of Education under Ezekiel Machogu or their respective county offices.
“It is disheartening to witness the very beneficiaries of these bursaries turning against us. Therefore, we urge young people to prepare for life without the CDF and emphasize the importance of transparent public fund management,” Khamala remarked.
The MP’s statement follows further reports indicating amendments to the NG-CDF Act aimed at reducing MPs’ involvement in the fund’s administration. Currently, MPs play a significant role in deciding how these funds are allocated, due to their patronage of the fund.
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Critics within parliament have accused the Executive of influencing the Senate to abolish the NG-CDF, which was initially established in 2002 to foster local development through constituency-specific projects.
In conclusion, MPs’ decision to suspend bursary disbursements reflects their response to widespread criticism and the evolving landscape of public fund management in Kenya. As discussions continue regarding the future of the NG-CDF, it is uncertain how this decision will impact students and educational support mechanisms across the country.
MPs Consider Ending Bursary Disbursements After Gen Z Criticism.
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