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University Students Protest the New University Funding Model

The University of Nairobi was on Monday disrupted by a wave of student echoing in protest against the government’s newly introduced University Funding Model. The students argued that the new model was discriminatory and punitive, particularly towards students from disadvantaged backgrounds. They claimed that the new system would limit access to higher education for many, as it would make it difficult for students from low-income families to afford tuition fees.

Jimmy Kitiro September 4, 2024September 22, 2024

University Students Protest the New University Funding Model

A multitude of university students fill the streets of Nairobi in a passionate demonstration against the government’s revised funding model.

University of Nairobi students demonstrate across the city streets as they express their disapproval through handwritten placards.

At a press conference, UoN student’s leader Franklin Mudibo shares the concerns and demands of the student body.

A student raises her voice demanding that the government prioritize fee affordability for all students across the country.

A student leader receives instructions from a police officer before entering the Ministry of Education to present a petition.

A photojournalist navigates the sea of students, determined to capture the essence of the event during the protests.

An anti-riot officer directs traffic to ensure the safety of student protesters as they demonstrate against the new funding model.

⁠A parent on a wheelchair joins students in the demonstrations against the new funding model, symbolizing the voices of parents from struggling families.

A protester, prepared for the street battles, arrives at the demonstration with a pair of running shoes at hand.

A protester sits in the street, and raises his voice in defiance, demanding change to the new funding system.

This engineering student takes a stand against the new funding model, and joins the protest while in his full training attire.

Comrades carry placards, etched, their silent cries a visual testament to the comrades’ protest.

A peaceful demonstration ends amicably as protesters return to their campus after a non-violent encounter with law enforcement.