Nairobi, Kenya — Kenya’s leading national schools are facing increased scrutiny over financial management following parliamentary inquiries and audit findings on school expenditure and fee collection.

MPs are questioning principals of top Cluster One schools over about Sh6 billion in payments to the Kenya Secondary School Heads Association (KESSHA), with questions being raised about the authorization and use of the funds.

At the same time, audit findings have flagged Limuru Girls, Mang'u High and Alliance High School over the collection of additional fees above the approved Sh53,580 ceiling without the required Ministry of Education approval.

Concerns have also emerged over NEMIS data discrepancies, which can contribute to differences between actual school enrolment and the figures used to determine government capitation.

The developments have renewed calls for stronger financial controls, accurate education data and greater accountability in the management of public resources in schools.

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