A fresh wave of student unrest has hit several national schools across the country, forcing administrations to take precautionary measures amid growing concerns over student safety and discipline.
Mang’u High School in Thika released students this morning following heightened tension within the institution after a reported failed attempt by some students to stage a riot during the night.
School authorities are said to have opted for the move as a precautionary measure to prevent further escalation and to safeguard students and staff.
In Nairobi, Upper Hill School has also directed parents and guardians to pick up their sons from the institution following ongoing unrest that has affected a number of secondary schools across the country.
The decision was reached after consultations aimed at ensuring the safety of learners as investigations into the disturbances continue.
Meanwhile, Alliance High School in Kiambu County has been closed indefinitely after a fire incident at the school’s mattress store.
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Reports indicate that police have arrested several students in connection with the suspected arson attack, with investigations ongoing to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident.
School authorities have asked parents to collect their children as security agencies continue with their inquiries.
The incidents come at a time when Kenya’s education sector is grappling with increasing cases of school unrest and fire outbreaks.
The situation has drawn national attention following the tragic dormitory fire at Utumishi Girls School in Gilgil that claimed the lives of 16 students and left dozens injured, prompting heightened vigilance in learning institutions across the country.
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Education stakeholders have expressed concern over the trend, urging parents, teachers, school administrators and students to work together to address emerging challenges affecting discipline and student welfare.
Authorities have also called for strengthened guidance and counselling programmes in schools as part of efforts to curb unrest and restore stability in learning institutions.
By Kithinji Njeru
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