Significant Cuts in Research Funding for Kenyan Universities

The Kenyan government has drastically reduced funding for research projects in universities and the National Research Fund, with allocations plummeting from Sh2 billion to Sh500 million this year. This decrease continues a trend of diminishing financial support for research, as highlighted by data from the State Department of Higher Education and Research. The impact of this funding cut is profound, affecting academic institutions where research activities are crucial for advancing scientific knowledge and addressing national challenges. To counter the funding shortfall, universit...