Elimu Bora Working Group calls for reinstatement of EduAfya amid rising student deaths

The group says recent tragedies in several schools have exposed serious weaknesses in emergency response, supervision and enforcement of safety standards...

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The Elimu Bora Working Group is urgently calling for the reinstatement of the EduAfya medical insurance scheme for all learners following a concerning increase in preventable student deaths.

The group highlights seven recent cases that they believe could have been averted.
Key stakeholders include members of the Elimu Bora Working Group, such as Griffin Ombogo and Boaz Ruku.
Concerns are raised about inadequate emergency response, supervision, and the enforcement of safety standards in schools, particularly after the Endarasha fire in 2024.

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