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June 22, 2026
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Principals: Don’t blame us for unrest in schools

Principals: Don’t blame us for unrest in schools

Headteachers reject blame as ministry links unrest to leadership failures as probe continues...

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Kenyan secondary school principals are distancing themselves from the recent surge in student unrest and arson attacks, which have led to fatalities and disruptions across the country.

  • Principals attending the 49th Kenya Secondary School Heads Association (KESSHA) Annual National Delegates Conference in Mombasa argue it's unfair to place sole blame on school leadership.
  • The Ministry of Education has recorded 330 cases of school unrest nationwide since April 27, resulting in 18 learner deaths.
  • KESSHA national chairman Willie Kuria suggests structural changes, including moving students uncomfortable with boarding school to day schools, as a potential solution.

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