Chuka Girls closed indefinitely after parents' protests

Chuka Girls High School closed indefinitely following protests by some parents demanding removal of Chief Principal Joan Muchina over alleged poor performance, among other issues...

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St Bhakita Chuka Girls High School in Tharaka Nithi County has been closed indefinitely after parents protested, demanding the removal of Chief Principal Joan Muchina. The closure is to allow investigations into allegations leveled against her.

Parents accused Chief Principal Joan Muchina of intimidation, mistreating students, and poor academic performance.
The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) initially stated Muchina would step aside but students would remain, only for the school to be closed later.
Muchina defense claims the protests are a "witch hunt" related to procurement and tendering processes, allegedly organized by a board member.

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