Author: By Mike Kihaki and Juliet Omelo

Millicent Awinja makes school uniforms at Uhuru market Nairobi on January 13, 2026. Many parents are forced to buy school uniforms at respective schools during admissions which is a bit expensive as opposed to buying them directly from the shops. [Collins Oduor, Standard] For thousands of parents, enrolling a child in Grade 10 has turned into a harrowing financial ordeal. This has been marked by hidden charges, inflated uniform costs, and last-minute demands that go far beyond officially approved school fees. .fade-out-overlay { position: absolute; top: -80px; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 60px; z-index: 1; background: linear-gradient(to bottom, rgba(255, 255,…

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