Tech Insights & Updates

BCH Is Here — How We Help Students Get All Three Done Fast

You know you need a KRA PIN, HELB funding, and your admission letter sorted. Here is exactly how BCH gets all three done for you.

The Old System Is Gone. Here Is How University Funding Works in Kenya Now.

If your older brother or sister went to university before 2023, their experience of funding was completely different from yours.

What President Ruto's New Funding Model Actually Changed — In Plain Language

Before 2023, university funding in Kenya was straightforward but unfair. Here are the four things that fundamentally changed.

Scholarships, Loans, and Household Contributions — What Each One Means for You

Most students only understand one of the three funding sources. That partial understanding leads to confusion and sometimes missed funding.

What Is the HEF Portal and Why Every Student Must Use It

hef.co.ke is one of the most important addresses every 2025 KCSE candidate needs to know right now.

The Means Testing Instrument — How the Government Decides How Much to Give You

You fill in your household details on the HEF portal. Here is exactly how the government decides your funding band.

What Are Bands? The 5 Funding Bands Explained Simply

Band 1. Band 3. Band 5. What does it mean, and how does it affect you? Here is the simplest possible explanation.

Band 1 to Band 5 — Which Band Are You Likely to Fall In?

Only the Means Testing Instrument can determine your band after you apply. Here is a practical guide to help you understand where your household likely falls.

What Happens If You Disagree With the Band You Were Assigned

If you believe your band assessment is wrong, you have the right to appeal. Here is exactly how the process works.