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July 2, 2026
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IN PHOTOS: Heavy security, trauma counselling as Utumishi Girls reopens

IN PHOTOS: Heavy security, trauma counselling as Utumishi Girls reopens

Parents arrived with their daughters as early as 8am...

✨ Key Highlights

Utumishi Girls Academy has reopened five weeks after a devastating fire killed 16 students and injured 76 others, with a strong emphasis on security and psychological support for returning students.

  • 16 students died and 76 were injured in the fire on May 28, 2026.
  • The reopening is led by the Ministry of Education, with support from professional counsellors and multi-agency teams.
  • Security is heavily enforced at the school gates, and temporary accommodation and classrooms have been set up, including tents.

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