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HomeDaily NewsMonday, June 1, 2026CCTV Captures Eight Students Allegedly Setting Utumishi Dormitory Fire - June 2026
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CCTV Captures Eight Students Allegedly Setting Utumishi Dormitory Fire - June 2026

CCTV footage at Utumishi Girls' Service High School captured eight students allegedly setting a dormitory fire that killed 16 classmates in Nakuru. The Directorate of Criminal Investigations identified six out of eight students arrested in connection with the tragic fire. The Education Ministry subsequently ordered a nationwide safety audit of all boarding schools following the incident. National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula urged the Ministry of Education to act decisively against schools ignoring safety regulations. The government also announced it would provide psychological support and counseling to families affected by the tragedy.

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Sunday 8:04 PMKenyans

CCTV Captures Blow-by-Blow Account of How Utumishi Academy Fire Started

CCTV Captures Blow-by-Blow Account of How Utumishi Academy Fire Started

CCTV footage at Utumishi Girls' Service High School has captured the chilling moment eight students allegedly set a dormitory on fire, resulting in the deaths of 16 classmates.

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CCTV footage at Utumishi Girls' Service High School has captured the chilling moment eight students allegedly set a dormitory on fire, resulting in the deaths of 16 classmates.

  • 16 students tragically lost their lives in the arson attack.
  • Utumishi Girls' Service High School in Nakuru is the location of the incident.
  • The fire was deliberately started at the dormitory entrance, blocking the main escape route.
Sunday 7:05 PMCapital NewsFirst

Wetang’ula urges Education Ministry to act on unsafe Schools After fatal Utumishi Academy tragedy

Wetang’ula urges Education Ministry to act on unsafe Schools After fatal Utumishi Academy tragedy

Following the tragic fire at Utumishi Academy that claimed 16 young lives, National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula is urging the Ministry of Education to act decisively against schools ignoring safety regulations.

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Sunday 7:18 PMKTN News (Youtube)

Uchunguzi wa CCTV wafichua washukiwa 7 katika moto ulioua wanafunzi 16 Utumishi girls

CCTV footage has revealed seven suspects in connection with the fire that killed 16 students at Utumishi Girls. The investigation is ongoing.

Key Highlights

CCTV footage has revealed seven suspects in connection with the fire that killed 16 students at Utumishi Girls. The investigation is ongoing.

  • 16 students lost their lives in the tragic fire.
  • Seven suspects have been identified through CCTV evidence.
  • The incident occurred at Utumishi Girls.
Sunday 7:23 PMKenyans

NTSA Inspection Rules Under Scrutiny Over Potential School Transport Cost Increases

NTSA Inspection Rules Under Scrutiny Over Potential School Transport Cost Increases

New NTSA regulations on school transport, drink-driving, and vehicle inspections have sparked concerns in the Kenyan Senate regarding potential cost increases for parents and logistical burdens on schools.

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New NTSA regulations on school transport, drink-driving, and vehicle inspections have sparked concerns in the Kenyan Senate regarding potential cost increases for parents and logistical burdens on schools.

  • The Kenya Private Schools Association (KPSA) warns of increased transport fees if the new rules are implemented without adjustment.
  • KPSA CEO Miss Rose Eteye urged the government to review or subsidize inspection fees and establish more decentralized inspection centers.
  • The Senate Committee on Transport, led by Sen. Mwenda Gataya, also raised issues of insufficient public participation and unclear timelines with Cabinet Secretary for Roads and Transport Davis Chirchir.
Sunday 8:13 PMNTV Kenya (Youtube)

Fortune Amaya, mwanafunzi aliyefariki katika mkasa wa moto wa Shule ya Utumishi

Fortune Amaya, mwanafunzi aliyefariki katika mkasa wa moto wa Shule ya Utumishi

Fortune Amaya, mwanafunzi aliyefariki katika mkasa wa moto wa Shule ya Utumishi

A student named Fortune Amaya has tragically died following a fire incident at the Shule ya Utumishi. The circumstances surrounding the fire and its devastating outcome are the focus of reports.

Key Highlights

A student named Fortune Amaya has tragically died following a fire incident at the Shule ya Utumishi. The circumstances surrounding the fire and its devastating outcome are the focus of reports.

  • The victim is identified as Fortune Amaya.
  • The incident occurred at Shule ya Utumishi.
  • Further details regarding the cause of the fire and the timeline of events are available in the full article.
Sunday 10:33 PMNTV Kenya (Youtube)

Mwanamke wa miaka 30 kutoka Homa Bay ajitoa uhai baada ya kuteketeza nyumba yake na wanawe wawili

Mwanamke wa miaka 30 kutoka Homa Bay ajitoa uhai baada ya kuteketeza nyumba yake na wanawe wawili

Mwanamke wa miaka 30 kutoka Homa Bay ajitoa uhai baada ya kuteketeza nyumba yake na wanawe wawili

A 30-year-old woman from Homa Bay tragically took her own life after allegedly setting her house ablaze with her two children inside.

Key Highlights

A 30-year-old woman from Homa Bay tragically took her own life after allegedly setting her house ablaze with her two children inside.

  • The incident, which occurred in Homa Bay, has sent shockwaves through the community.
  • The mother of two is the key individual at the center of this devastating event.
  • The motive behind her actions remains under investigation by the relevant authorities.
Monday 2:10 AMNTV Kenya (Youtube)

DCI identifies six of the eight students arrested over Utumishi School fire that killed 16 girls

DCI identifies six of the eight students arrested over Utumishi School fire that killed 16 girls

DCI identifies six of the eight students arrested over Utumishi School fire that killed 16 girls

The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has identified six out of eight students arrested in connection with a tragic fire at Utumishi School that claimed the lives of 16 girls.

Key Highlights

The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has identified six out of eight students arrested in connection with a tragic fire at Utumishi School that claimed the lives of 16 girls.

  • 16 girls lost their lives in the fire.
  • The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) is leading the investigation.
  • Six students have been identified by the DCI among those arrested.
Monday 7:19 AMKenyans

Education Ministry Issues New Directives Affecting all Boarding Schools

Education Ministry Issues New Directives Affecting all Boarding Schools

Following a tragic dormitory fire at Utumishi Girls Academy in Nakuru that killed 16 students, the Ministry of Education has ordered a nationwide safety audit of all boarding schools.

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Following a tragic dormitory fire at Utumishi Girls Academy in Nakuru that killed 16 students, the Ministry of Education has ordered a nationwide safety audit of all boarding schools.

  • A 10-day inspection period for all boarding schools begins on Tuesday, June 2.
  • Basic Education Principal Secretary Julius Bitok is overseeing the directive.
  • The audit will address concerns like overcrowding, as seen in the Utumishi Girls Academy incident where the dormitory was over capacity and students slept in the hallway.
Monday 1:22 PMCitizen TV (Youtube)

Serikali kutoa msaada wa kisaikolojia kwa familia zilizoathiriwa na moto wa Utumishi Gilgil

Serikali kutoa msaada wa kisaikolojia kwa familia zilizoathiriwa na moto wa Utumishi Gilgil

Serikali kutoa msaada wa kisaikolojia kwa familia zilizoathiriwa na moto wa Utumishi Gilgil

The Kenyan government will provide psychological support and counselling to families affected by a tragic fire at Utumishi Girls' School in Gilgil, which resulted in the deaths of 16 students.

Key Highlights

The Kenyan government will provide psychological support and counselling to families affected by a tragic fire at Utumishi Girls' School in Gilgil, which resulted in the deaths of 16 students.

  • 16 students lost their lives in the fire.
  • The Department of Children's Services is spearheading the initiative.
  • The government's intervention aims to offer crucial mental health assistance to grieving families.
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Key Highlights

Following the tragic fire at Utumishi Academy that claimed 16 young lives, National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula is urging the Ministry of Education to act decisively against schools ignoring safety regulations.

  • 16 students died in the fire at Utumishi Academy.
  • National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula is the key figure urging action.
  • Preliminary findings revealed serious safety lapses, including a locked dormitory exit and congestion, contrary to safety requirements outlined in The School Safety Manual and The Basic Education Regulations.