A severe water shortage has struck the University of Kabianga, leaving hundreds of students grappling with dry taps and deteriorating sanitation conditions across campus.
For several days, students have reported a complete lack of running water in hostels, lecture halls, and common areas.
The situation has disrupted daily routines, with many unable to shower, wash clothes or maintain basic hygiene.
Washrooms are said to be in a worrying state, with strong ammonia odors lingering in corridors due to unflushed facilities.
Students warn that if the situation persists, it could pose serious health risks.
What has intensified frustration among the student body is the irony of the crisis. The university is located in Kericho, a region that has been experiencing steady rainfall in recent days.
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Many students have questioned how an institution situated in such a rainy area can face prolonged water shortages.
Some have resorted to collecting rainwater at night for bathing and cleaning, while others are forced to buy water from vendors at extra cost.
Student leaders have urged calm as they engage the administration, stating that efforts are underway to resolve the matter.
However, many students feel communication from the university management has been insufficient and are demanding transparency regarding the cause of the shortage and a clear timeline for restoration.
As pressure mounts, students are calling for urgent intervention to restore water supply and improve infrastructure to prevent similar crises in the future.
By Philip Koech
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