Esther Passaris Calls for Government Action on Education and Social Welfare
Nairobi Woman Representative Esther Passaris has sparked debate with a bold proposal aimed at transforming Kenya’s education system and addressing social welfare concerns. In a recent statement, Passaris urged fellow leaders to reconsider their approach to handling education funding, advocating for a paradigm shift away from bursaries.
“If we are genuine and sincere as leaders,” Passaris emphasized, “we need to make sure that we do not handle bursaries.” Instead, she proposed a comprehensive reform that would see education become free, with each student receiving up to 30,000 Kenyan Shillings in capitation. Passaris expressed concern for families struggling financially, especially those devastated by events such as droughts that wipe out their livelihoods.
Highlighting a proposal from Raila Odinga’s manifesto, Passaris endorsed the idea of providing financial support directly to families facing unemployment. She critiqued the current proposal of 6,000 Kenyan Shillings per family, suggesting that a more substantial unemployment benefit of 10,000 Kenyan Shillings would be more effective, provided it is well-vetted to ensure fairness and accountability.
Passaris’s comments come amidst ongoing discussions on how best to support vulnerable families and improve access to education across Kenya. Her proposals have ignited a conversation about the role of government in providing essential services and support during economic hardships.
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