Nakuru Girls High closed indefinitely following student unrest over exam schedule

Nakuru Girls High School in Nakuru County was closed indefinitely on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, following a wave of student unrest that destroyed school property.

The incident was reportedly triggered by the administration’s refusal to revise the end-of-term examination schedule, despite growing student dissatisfaction.

According to sources, the students went on a rampage, damaging the school’s infrastructure of an undisclosed value. The principal, Rose Menjo, announced the school’s indefinite closure the following day and sent all students home.

This incident mirrors growing unrest in other institutions. Just days earlier, Kaplong Girls High School in Bomet County was also shut down after students protested alleged sexual misconduct by a male teacher. Reports claimed the teacher had groomed and initiated inappropriate relationships with several learners—a claim brought forward by a group of former students who shared their experiences.

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On Sunday, July 20, 2025, the unrest was witnessed at Kaplong Girls with students demanding prompt disciplinary action.

In response, Principal Clara Mitei ordered the school to be closed until further notice.

Earlier in the month, Lari Boys High School in Kiambu County was similarly affected. On July 13, 2025 a fire—believed to be linked to student unrest—razed key structures.

The disturbance reportedly stemmed from the school administration’s denial of access to musical instruments.

Almost 50 per cent of the recent school closures across the country have been directly linked to student-led unrest, often ignited by administrative rigidity, unresolved grievances, or concerns about safety and wellbeing.

By Joseph Mambili

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