Bomet County is mourning the passing of Caleb Langat, an intern teacher at Siongiroi JSS in Chepalungu sub-county, whose death has left the education fraternity in deep shock just as he was preparing for a major breakthrough in his career and health journey.
In a message of condolence and reflection titled “Candle of Hope”, the Bomet branch chairman of the Kenya Union of Post Primary Education Teachers (Kenya Union of Post Primary Education Teachers), Emmanuel Ngeno, described Langat as a dedicated young educator whose potential was cut short at a critical moment in his life.
Langat, who had recently received his appointment recognition linked to the Teachers Service Commission (TSC), was reportedly battling leukemia, a condition that had significantly affected his health and required specialized treatment abroad.
According to reports, arrangements had been underway for him to travel to India for advanced medical treatment, with an estimated Ksh 9 million required to facilitate the procedure.
Despite efforts by family, colleagues and well-wishers, his condition worsened before the plan could be realized.
He had also recently received his appointment letter, an emotional milestone that was presented with the involvement of Bomet Senator Hillary Sigei, marking the beginning of what was expected to be a promising teaching career.
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Tragically, Langat passed away before receiving his first salary.
Ngeno paid tribute to teachers across Bomet for rallying behind Langat during his illness, offering prayers, emotional support and financial assistance, saying their unity reflected the true spirit of the teaching profession.
“To all the teachers of Bomet, I bow in deep appreciation,” Ngeno said.
He added, “Though Caleb Langat lost the battle, your love ensured he never fought alone.”
He further called on colleagues, friends and the wider community to turn up in large numbers for the final send-off, urging unity and dignity in honoring the young teacher’s life.
Langat is scheduled to be laid to rest tomorrow in Kamaget, where family, friends and members of the teaching fraternity are expected to gather for the burial ceremony.
As the community prepares for his final journey, many have remembered him as a determined young educator, whose dreams were interrupted too soon, leaving behind a legacy of resilience, hope, and shared humanity within the teaching fraternity.
By Philip Koech
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