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Githunguri Member of Parliament Gathoni Wamuchomba, continues to demonstrate her commitment to education by addressing the concerns of university freshmen in her constituency.
During a recent university freshers’ forum held in her office, she engaged with 202 first-year students, discussing issues ranging from skewed banding and placement to the high fees in private universities.
The forum revealed that out of the 202 students, the distribution across the bands was notably uneven, with only four students in Band 1 and the majority, 131 students, in Band 5. Additionally, 25 students were not listed in the placement portal, with some attending private universities where scholarships were unavailable.
Wamuchomba highlighted that 17 students had been waiting for over five months to receive their identification cards, further delaying their academic journey.
Wamuchomba expressed concern over the current clustering system, which she believes is pushing students towards expensive private universities, exacerbating the financial strain on families. She called for a review of the current system to ensure that all students, regardless of their economic backgrounds, are accommodated.
She also recommended reverting to the previous model while piloting the new one on a smaller scale, emphasizing the need to support students in TVETs and colleges as well.
“We must remember that our learners in TVETs and colleges are also needy and we must carry them on board too,” Wamuchomba stated, underscoring her dedication to advocating for a more inclusive and equitable education system.
