Pwani University mourns death of first-year education student

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Pwani University mourns death of first-year education student

Pwani University has announced the death of Aaron Kiptoek Ruto, a first-year Bachelor of Education Science (Computer) student, who reportedly died on Thursday, October 22, 2026. The university has extended condolences to his family and friends as burial arrangements continue.

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