Panic as Dormitory Fire Erupts During Parents' Visiting Day at National School
The incident adds to a series of similar incidents witnessed recently, with over 50 schools closed indefinitely following student unrest...
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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.
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Government Orders Nationwide Audit of Boarding Schools Amid Rising Unrest - June 2026
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, with inspections assessing compliance with required safety standards. 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. A dormitory at Agoro Sare High School was destroyed by fire on June 6 during a parents' visiting day, fueling concerns over a wave of unrest in schools nationwide. Following a spate of school fires across Kenya, the Kenya National Union of Teachers (KNUT) is advocating for a new approach to address the underlying issues.
