The Kenyan government has ordered a nationwide audit of all boarding schools following a surge in student unrest that has led to the closure of several institutions. The inspection will assess compliance with required safety standards.

• 1,000 quality assurance officers have been deployed to monitor schools.
• The audit is led by Basic Education Principal Secretary Julius Bitok.
• Recent incidents include unrest at Loreto Girls High School Limuru and Lenana School, with a deadly dormitory fire at Utumishi Girls Senior Secondary School also cited.

A dormitory at Agoro Sare High School was destroyed by fire on Saturday, June 6, during a parents' visiting day, fueling concerns over a wave of unrest in schools nationwide.

• No injuries or fatalities were immediately reported following the incident.
• The fire at Agoro Sare High School occurred amidst similar incidents at other schools like Kisii School and Kakamega High School.
• The Ministry of Education is conducting inspections of boarding facilities, but has maintained the school calendar will not be changed.

Amidst rising school unrest, Kenya's Principal Secretary for Basic Education, Julius Bitok, has instructed school heads to prioritize dialogue over force when addressing student concerns, particularly regarding examinations.

• PS Julius Bitok directed school principals and teachers not to force students into taking examinations, advocating for negotiation instead.
• The directive comes in response to recent unrest, including property destruction and school closures, often triggered by mock examinations and Continuous Assessment Tests.
• A national audit of all boarding schools is ordered within 10 days to assess safety compliance, and 1,000 quality assurance officers will be deployed to help contain unrest.