Since the Covid-19 pandemic forced closure of schools and universities in March, online long-distance learning has been emphasised. Helb CEO Charles Ringera first introduced the idea to facilitate online learning instead of in-person classroom learning in which the virus can be spread. If approved by the Treasury, about 60,000 students next year will be able to apply a portion of their Helb loan to buy a laptop. A number of universities have resumed teaching and learning online. The increased fees will mean the board will require Sh14 billion to allow students to borrow for the increased fees, Ringera said.

Source: The Star December 07, 2020 04:07 UTC