Senior officials from the Ministry of Education (MoE) are today holding a high-level meeting to discuss urgent measures aimed at addressing the growing number of dormitory fire incidents reported in schools across the country.
The meeting comes amid increasing concern from education stakeholders following a wave of fires that have disrupted learning in several institutions, destroyed property worth millions of shillings and raised fears over student safety.
Sources indicate that the ministry is exploring immediate interventions to prevent further incidents and restore calm in schools.
The discussions are expected to focus on strengthening security measures, enhancing student welfare and improving surveillance within learning institutions.
At the same time, security agencies are separately convening to assess the situation and provide recommendations on the way forward.
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Authorities are reportedly concerned that the trend could escalate if decisive action is not taken promptly.
According to sources familiar with the discussions, President William Ruto has directed the ministry to consider precautionary measures, including the possibility of issuing circular allowing schools across the country to proceed for the scheduled half-term break earlier than expected.
The proposed move is aimed at easing tensions in schools and preventing further unrest as investigations into the fires continue.
The recent incidents have sparked widespread debate among parents, teachers and education experts, with many calling for a comprehensive review of student welfare, discipline, and safety measures in boarding schools.
Education stakeholders are now awaiting an official communication from the ministry of education regarding the resolutions of the ongoing meetings and any directives that may be issued in the coming days.
More details are expected as the deliberations continue.
By Kithinji Njeru
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