Victims of the devastating Utumishi Girls Senior School dormitory fire, which claimed 16 young lives, were laid to rest across three counties. The tragedy has also brought to light acts of bravery and profound grief.

• 16 students died in the dorm fire on May 28.
• Families mourned students like Mercy Precious Wangeci, who reportedly saved peers, and Linah Wangui Juliet, an award-winning student.
• A mother, Faith Irene Jepchirchir Koskei, died in a road accident while rushing to the school after hearing about the fire.