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We provide funding and funding solutions for Universities in Kenya, helping them play their part in Kenya's development. #SustainableFinancingforUniversities

Nairobi, Kenya
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@UFKenya
Universities Fund
14 days
The HEF portal is now open for scholarship application! For the new first-time applicants, please apply by visiting , and for the second-time applicants, please use the HELB USSD code which is *642# to apply for the scholarship.
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@UFKenya
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Here is a checklist of the requirements for applying for government funding in the New Funding Model for students who sat for KCSE in 2022. #NewFundingModel #SustainableFinancingForUniversities #NFM
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@UFKenya
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Geoffrey Monari, Universities Fund CEO: "There's no student who will miss funding under the #NewFundingModel . All the students placed by KUCCPS and apply for funding will get scholarships and loans."
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@UFKenya
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Here is the application process for both Government scholarships and loans, or either and the steps that follow: #NewFundingModel #NFM #SustainableFinancingForUniversities
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@UFKenya
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The deadline for loans and scholarships applications under the New Higher Education Funding Model has been extended to October 7, 2023. #newfundingmodel #valuedfund #sustainablefinancingforuniversities
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@UFKenya
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Have a look at the process flow; the award letters will be sent to the registered emails after the allocation. #SustainableFinancingForUniversities #NewFundingModel #NFM
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@UFKenya
Universities Fund
11 months
The application under the New Funding Model is entirely paperless. Please do not send the submitted copies to our offices; they are for your reference. All applications are made through #SustainableFinancingforUniversities #NewFundingModel #NFM
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@UFKenya
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The New Funding Model will commence with the 2022 KCSE cohort joining universities and TVET colleges in the academic year 2023/2024. #SustainableFinancingForUniversities #NewFundingModel
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@UFKenya
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11 months
Did you apply for KUCCPS placement to universities and colleges for the 2023/2024 cycle? We have some good news for you. Keep it here for updates!
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@UFKenya
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Under the #NewFundingModel : 1) All underage students will be awarded scholarships as they wait for loan awards when they attain 18 years 2) Muslim students will get scholarships 3) Students placed in private universities will get loans
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@UFKenya
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NO. Students are expected to individually apply for government scholarships and loans for consideration for funding. Students placed into public universities and TVET colleges under the Ministry of Education (MoE) are eligible for both government scholarships and loans.
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@UFKenya
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This is what you need to know about Government Scholarships for university students under the New Funding Model. #sustainablefinancingforuniversities #valuedfund #NewFundingModel
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@UFKenya
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To apply for scholarships and loans under the New Funding Model, visit . #valuedfund #sustainablefinancingforuniversities
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@UFKenya
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11 months
Students who sat for KCSE IN 2022 can download the steps guide for the application of Government Scholarships and Loans on this link #SustainableFinancingforUniversities #NewFundingModel #NFM
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@UFKenya
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10 months
All the KCSE 2022 cohort students will be admitted to their respective institutions of higher learning. Ensure that you submit applications through to be issued with financing. #SustainableFinancingForUniversities #NewFundingModel
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@UFKenya
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Those placed/admitted into private universities or as parallel/module two students in public universities are eligible for loans only. #SustainableFinancingForUniversities #newfundingmodel
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@UFKenya
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11 months
The #NewFundingModel promotes equity-funding of students. Scholarships, loans or bursaries will be based on the level of need.
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@UFKenya
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You need to know this about Government Scholarships for university students under the New Funding Model. #sustainablefinancingforuniversities #valuedfund #NewFundingModel
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@UFKenya
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@UFKenya
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Tune in to @SpiceFMKE and @ktnhome_ from 7 am - 8 am on Wednesday, 9th August 2023. The Discussion will be on the recently launched New Funding Model. #valuedfund #sustainablefinancingforuniversities @HELBpage @KUCCPS_Official
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@UFKenya
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2 years
Kenyan delegations from HELB, UFB, KUCCPS and State Department for University Education and Research institutions visited @NSFAS on a benchmarking and exchange programme on student funding in both South African and Kenya. @UFKenya @KUCCPS_Official @HELBpage @myNSFAS
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@UFKenya
Universities Fund
9 months
We have a gift hamper for our clients this customer service week! For one to win, here are the terms and conditions: 1. Answer the question on the day correctly. 2. Follow us on all our social media pages: Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook,
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@UFKenya
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We want to send our deepest condolences to our brothers and sisters from Kenyatta University for losing some beautiful souls in a tragic accident yesterday. Here at UF, we keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
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@UFKenya
Universities Fund
11 months
Geoffrey Monari, Universities Fund CEO: "Students without a national ID will receive scholarships under the #NewFundingModel ." Application link: .
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@UFKenya
Universities Fund
11 months
"If you change your programme, the money will follow you to where you are going. For instance, if you change from Maseno University to Rongo University, your loan/scholarship will be transferred as well,'' says Geoffrey Monari, UF CEO
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@UFKenya
Universities Fund
11 months
"Universities have signed MOU with us based on the fees they charge. If they increase fees, then the MOU will be revoked and they will be charged." Geofrrey Monari, Universities Fund CEO. #NewFundingModel
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@UFKenya
Universities Fund
6 months
The Government has released KSh3.9 Billion as the second tranche to cover scholarships for Government-sponsored first-year students in public universities under the New Higher Education Funding Model. #SustainableFinancingForUniversities #FinancingUniversitiesInKenya
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@UFKenya
Universities Fund
9 months
We have a gift hamper for our clients this customer service week! For question number 2, here are the terms and conditions for one to win: 1. Answer the question of the day correctly. 2. Follow us on all our social media pages: Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook,
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@UFKenya
Universities Fund
11 months
Our CEO, Geoffrey Monari, discusses the New Funding Model and why every government-sponsored student will get funding. Government funding is based on student's level of need. #valuedfund #sustainablefinancingforuniversities #NewFundingModel
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@UFKenya
Universities Fund
10 months
Government funding is based on the applicant's financial needs and merit under the New Funding Model. Be informed. #valuedfund #sustainablefinancingforuniversities #NewFundingModel
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@UFKenya
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@UFKenya
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The government will avail both Scholarships and Loans for 130,485 students in public universities; 9,662 in private universities will get loans only. #NewFundingModel
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@UFKenya
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The New Funding Model application is on an annual basis. #valuedfund #sustainablefinancingforuniversities #newfundingmodel
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@UFKenya
Universities Fund
11 months
Our CEO, @GeoffreyMonari , addressing educational stakeholders earlier during the launch of the New Universities and Colleges Funding Model. #valuedfund #sustainablefinancing
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@UFKenya
Universities Fund
11 months
You can download the Frequently Asked Questions about the Government Scholarships for University Students under the New Funding Model here #NewFundingModel #SustainableFinancingForUniversities
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@UFKenya
Universities Fund
3 years
Congratulations @prof Isaiah I.C. WAKINDIKI on your new appointment as the new vice chancellor KCA UNIVERSITY @kcauniversity Your ascension is an inspiration to all who wish to grow in this field. Well done!
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@UFKenya
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9 months
We have a gift hamper for our clients this customer service week! For question number 2, here are the terms and conditions for one to win: 1. Answer the question of the day correctly. 2. Follow us on all our social media pages: Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook,
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@UFKenya
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It was a pleasure having the winners at our office today. Our CEO, Geoffrey Monari, presented the gift hampers to the winners. Happy Customer Service Week to you all, and thank you to all those who participated! #CSWeek2023 #DrivingCXAgility
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@UFKenya
Universities Fund
10 months
The New Funding Model has four funding categories as per the Means Testing Instrument (MTI). Our CEO, Geoffrey Monari, explains further in this video. #newfundingmodel #valuedfund #sustainablefinancingforuniversities
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@UFKenya
Universities Fund
2 years
Universities Fund Congratulates H.E Dr. William Samoei Ruto, on his election as the 5th President of the Republic of Kenya. Hongera Rais! @WilliamsRuto @GeoffreyMonari
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@UFKenya
Universities Fund
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Steps one needs to follow while applying for a government scholarship. #valuedfund #sustainablefinancing #NewFundingModel
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@UFKenya
Universities Fund
1 year
Earlier today members of the Universities Fund board paid a courtesy call on the CS Education @machoguezekiel and his PS @Bettymuganda17 to discuss strategies on financial sustainability for universities in Kenya. @EduMinKenya @karutikk @GeoffreyMonari
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@UFKenya
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"All the 130,485 students placed in public universities will get scholarships and loans." Geoffrey Monari, Universities Fund CEO. #NewFundingModel
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@UFKenya
Universities Fund
2 years
The CEO @GeoffreyMonari speaks on how public varsities can be pulled out of the debt hole and weaned off Treasury allocations. @BD_Africa
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@UFKenya
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Let's learn the difference between the old and the New Funding Model by the Government. #valuedfund #sustainablefinancingforuniversities #NewFundingModel
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@UFKenya
Universities Fund
9 months
Our team is in the process of reviewing the Universities Fund Strategic Plan for 2021-2026 and developing an aligned strategic plan for 2023-2027. #sustainablefinancingforuniversities #valuedfund
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@UFKenya
Universities Fund
2 years
Kenyan delegations from HELB, UFB and KUCCPS institutions visited NSFAS today on a benchmarking and exchange programme on student funding in both South African and Kenya. @UFKenya @KUCCPS_Official @HELBpage @ntvkenya #NSFAS2022
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@UFKenya
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"There is no student who will miss funding because the number of students we estimated is higher than the ones that were placed." Geoffrey Monari, Universities Fund CEO
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@UFKenya
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@UFKenya
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Be informed about the Government Scholarships for University Students under the New Funding Model. #valuedfund #sustainablefinancingforuniversities #NewFundingModel
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@UFKenya
Universities Fund
10 months
This is how the old model of Government funding works. Please note the difference as compared to the New Funding Model. #valuedfund #sustainablefinancingforuniversities #newfundingmodel
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@UFKenya
Universities Fund
9 months
We have a gift hamper for our clients this customer service week! For question number 2, here are the terms and conditions for one to win: 1. Answer the question of the day correctly. 2. Follow us on all our social media pages: Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook,
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@UFKenya
Universities Fund
3 years
It's #RoadSafety Week and we join to support the #Love30 campaign! We need 30km/h speed limits in our urban centres and its enforcement! That will help save lifes! @ntsa_kenya , @UNGRSW .
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To check KUCCPS Placement Results for 2023/2024 cycle, send your KCSE index number (starting with the year) to 20842. #valuedfund #sustainablefinancingforuniversities
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@UFKenya
Universities Fund
8 months
Today, we participated in the 20th edition of the sustainable #StanchartNairobiMarathon #SustainableFinancingForUniversities
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@UFKenya
Universities Fund
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For more information on the Scholarship funds the Government has released under the New Funding Model, please click the link to get the complete statement.
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@UFKenya
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Be informed and stay updated on the New Funding Model. #valuedfund #sustainablefinancingforuniversities #NewFundingModel
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@UFKenya
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Find us at the Mombasa International Show, and we will gladly serve you. All of us under one roof! #SustainableFinancingForUniversities #NewFundingModel
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@UFKenya
Universities Fund
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As we conclude Customer Service Week, we want to appreciate all of our customers and assure them that our commitment to excellence is not a one-week affair but a continuous journey. Happy Customer Service Week! #CSWeek2023 #DrivingCXAgility
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@UFKenya
Universities Fund
3 years
Universities Fund CEO, @GeoffreyMonari , KENIA CEO, @tomwansa and @National_Bank Seniors at KENIA Offices after discussing Kenya Innovation Week which will run from 6th to 10th Dec 2021.
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@UFKenya
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Catch our CEO, Mr. Geoffrey Monari, on KTN News, Jukwaa la KTN show, at 6.00 PM this evening. #NewFundingModel #SustainableFinancingForUniversities
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@UFKenya
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2 years
Universities Fund staff in an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) training. The purpose of this training is to automate all the processes at the Fund as envisioned in the UF Strategic Plan (2021-2026). @GeoffreyMonari @karutikk @EduMinKenya #SustainableFinancingforUniversities
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@UFKenya
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Prof Karuti Kanyinga @karutikk University of Nairobi @uonbi " The Government needs to recognize Universities as public assets producing public goods and should incentivize #research #innovation by subsidizing #research costs." #kiw2021 #sustainablefinancing
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KeNIA CEO @tomwansa answering on innovation funding challenges "Start with what you have and it will have growth because innovation is a journey". #sustainablefinancing #kiw
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@UFKenya
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Yesterday, our team had an interactive session with the Higher Education Students' Loans and Grants Board team from Malawi. The delegation is in Kenya for a benchmarking mission to explore best practices, gather valuable insights, and establish strategic partnerships.
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@UFKenya
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The Universities Fund CEO, @GeoffreyMonari with Board member Mrs. Gilda Odera held a consultative meeting on sustainable financing for Universities with the Deputy Vice Chancellor Academic, Research and extension Prof. Peter B Gichangi. @Tum001Ke
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@UFKenya
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Earlier today, we joined the County National Tree Growing team in Machakos County to contribute to the National Tree Planting Day in our contribution towards the realisation of the 15b trees national target. #Towards15BTrees #ShortRains4Trees #Twende15BTrees
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@UFKenya
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Please find us at the Mombasa International Show. Visit our stand with KUCCPS and HELB. #newfundingmodel #valuedfund #sustainablefinancingforuniversities
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@UFKenya
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#WorldTuberculosisDay on March 24. This event commemorates the date in 1882 when Dr. Robert Koch announced his discovery of tuberculosis, the bacillus that causes tuberculosis. This day to educate the public about the impact of TB around the world. #InvestToEndTB @UFKenya
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@UFKenya
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Join our CEO @GeoffreyMonari from the 17th-19th of October at Pride Inn Paradise Beach Resort, Mombasa, on discussions around the Commercialisation of Research. @nrfkenya @kenia @OpenUniKenya #CEILSummit2023 #sustainablefinancingforuniversities
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@UFKenya
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The application period for scholarships for the 2022 KCSE candidates is officially closed.
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