A fire at Kerugoya Prison in Kirinyaga County has destroyed at least 21 houses that served as accommodation for prison wardens.

• The inferno, which broke out on Tuesday morning, reduced wardens' property to ashes.
• Kirinyaga County Police Commander Mohamed Jire confirmed the incident and stated that preliminary investigations suggest a candle may have caused the fire.
• The incident highlights concerns about the county's emergency response, with Senator Kamau Murango calling for accountability over grounded fire engines despite Sh50 million allocated for a new one.