Senior secondary school principals have suggested a thorough review of school fees due to rising operational costs and delays in government funding. This proposal indicates that parents may face increased financial burdens as schools seek to address these challenges.

Experts in Tanzania have advised private school owners to diversify their income sources beyond tuition fees to enhance financial sustainability and promote long-term growth. This recommendation arises amid rising operational costs and the challenges posed by a dynamic economic environment affecting educational institutions.

Uganda's initiative to require university degrees for primary school teachers aims to enhance the professionalism and quality of education. However, experts warn that without a clear transition plan, transparent re-grading, verified payroll adjustments, and ongoing funding, the reform may not succeed. Despite recent salary increases for some teachers, many degree-holding educators remain stuck on the low U7 and U6 salary scales, similar to those with only certificates, indicating a deeper structural issue.

Secondary school principals in Kenya have opposed proposals for a standard uniform across all schools, citing concerns that it would undermine discipline, erase individual school identities, and complicate the monitoring of students. This stance was expressed during the 49th Kenya Secondary School Heads Association (KESSHA) Annual Conference held in Mombasa on June 24, according to The Kenya Times.

Wakuu wa shule za upili za umma nchini Kenya wamependekeza kuongeza karo, akisema muundo wa sasa hauendani na hali ya uchumi na mfumuko wa bei. Mapendekezo hayo yaliwasilishwa kwa Katibu wa Elimu ya Msingi Dkt John Ololtuaa wakati wa mkutano wa mwaka wa Chama cha Wakuu wa Shule za Upili Kenya (KESSHA) uliofanyika Mombasa. KESSHA inasisitiza kuwa muundo wa karo ulipitiwa mara ya mwisho mwaka 2015.

The government has praised NMB Bank Plc for constructing a secondary boarding school for students with special needs in Bahi district, a project worth Sh5 billion that is fully completed. Deputy Secretary General for Education, Atupele Mwambene, stated that the school meets high standards and is equipped with dormitories, beds, and desks, with a capacity to serve 160 students. It is expected to start enrolling students in January 2027 after registration.