Schools: No longer at ease
Education stakeholders raise concern over school unrest marked by fires...
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A disturbing wave of unrest and fires is sweeping across Kenyan schools, leading to destruction, injuries, and deaths, prompting nationwide concern and government intervention.
- A recent dormitory fire at Utumishi Girls Academy on May 28 claimed the lives of 16 students and injured 79 others.
- Education Principal Secretary Julius Bitok has ordered nationwide inspections and stressed the importance of student engagement and addressing grievances.
- Many incidents are linked to examination anxiety, overcrowding, faulty wiring, and inadequate safety measures, with concerns raised about the implementation of existing safety policies.
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