Kyuso Boys Secondary School in Kitui County has been closed for one week following a student rampage on the night of Friday, July 11, 2025.
The unrest which led to destructions whereby a dormitory was set on fire and several windowpanes shattered, disrupted normal learning activities and forced school authorities to take immediate action.
The closure was ordered on July 12, by education officials to allow investigations and restore calm. Kyuso sub county education officer Stephen Mulandi stated that students had raised concerns about being underfed, alleging that multiple learners were forced to share food from a single plate. However, education officials suspect that the riot may have been prompted by fear of the upcoming end of term examinations.
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During the chaos, a large number of students fled the compound. Only about 100 remained on site but were later directed to return home as the situation was assessed. The fire incident did not cause major structural damage, as only six mattresses were destroyed.
No injuries were reported, and emergency services managed to contain the situation before it escalated further.
The school notified parents of the closure and asked to ensure students report back on July 21, 2025, as School administrators are working with local authorities and education officers to identify the instigators and determine the full cause of the unrest.
The examinations that were scheduled during the disrupted period are likely to be pushed to the next term. Security measures and administrative reviews are expected to be implemented before students return.
By Benedict Aoya
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