West Pokot education fraternity mourns death of teacher Hillary Kiptoo

• West Pokot education fraternity is mourning the death of teacher Hillary Kiptoo, who passed away on June 20, 2026, at his residence.

• He has been mourned by colleagues and students from St. Catherine Chepnyal Girls Senior School

The education fraternity in West Pokot County is mourning the death of Hillary Kiptoo Rotich, a teacher at St. Catherine Chepnyal Girls Senior School, who passed away on June 20, 2026, at his residence.

His passing has saddened colleagues, students, friends, and members of the wider community who knew him as a dedicated educator committed to nurturing learners and advancing the cause of education. The family is yet to officially communicate the cause of death.

Throughout his teaching career, Rotich touched the lives of many students through his dedication, guidance, and commitment to academic excellence. Like many teachers, his work extended beyond classroom instruction as he played a vital role in mentoring young people and helping shape their future.

At St. Catherine Chepnyal Girls Senior School, staff and learners are coming to terms with the loss of a teacher whose contribution formed part of the institution’s educational mission. His absence will undoubtedly be felt by those who interacted with him both professionally and personally.

As news of his death spread, messages of condolence and support continued to pour in from fellow educators, friends, and members of the public. Many have remembered him as a humble and committed professional who served with dedication and passion.

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The Kenya Union of Post Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET) West Pokot Central Branch conveyed its condolences to the family, relatives, colleagues, students, and friends, praying for strength and comfort during this difficult period.

Funeral and burial arrangements are expected to be communicated by the family in due course.

As the education fraternity mourns  Hillary Kiptoo Rotich, his legacy will live on in the many learners whose lives he helped shape and the colleagues who shared in his professional journey. His contribution to education will remain a lasting reminder of the important role teachers play in building society.

“Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.” — Matthew 5:4

By Hillary Muhalya