On Monday, June 29, 2026, officials from the Ministry of Education in Kenya engaged in a consultative meeting with parents of students at Utumishi Girls Academy. This meeting took place in preparation for the school's reopening on Thursday, following its indefinite closure after a tragic fire that claimed the lives
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Another Fire in A Nakuru School As Two Dormitories Are Gutted Down
Utumishi Girls Fire: Teachers Ignored Warning Before Deadly Arson
Two teachers at Utumishi Girls School were alerted about planned unrest by some Form Three students, according to Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba. Despite this warning, the teachers failed to act before the tragic arson incident. The CS confirmed that investigations revealed the fire was indeed an act of arson.
Orengo Asks For Open Probe Into Utumishi Girls Academy Fire
Siaya Governor James Orengo urges a transparent investigation into the tragic fire at Utumishi Girls’ Academy on May 28, 2026, emphasizing the need to uncover the truth behind this devastating event.On his X account, Orengo expressed heartfelt condolences for the 16 students lost in the fire, stressing that justice must
National Exams Begin for 3.4 Million Kenyan Learners Under Tight Security
The national examinations commenced yesterday for over 3.4 million students from both public and private institutions across the nation, signifying an important event in Kenya's educational timeline. The assessments encompass Grade Six (KPSEA), Grade Nine (KJSEA), along with KILEA and KPLEA for students following the competency-based curriculum.Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba,