Grief as Kisii junior school teacher dies following violent assault

Grief as Kisii junior school teacher dies following violent assault
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The teaching fraternity in Kisii County is mourning the death of Mathew Barongo, an English teacher at Riondong'a Junior School in Keumbu Division, Kisii Central Sub-County.

Barongo reportedly died after being attacked by unknown assailants who allegedly struck him with a blunt object and inflicted cut wounds, leaving him with serious injuries.

He is said to have bled heavily following the assault before succumbing to his injuries.

His death has sparked grief among teachers, learners, colleagues and members of the local community, who have been left devastated by the loss of the educator.

Calls for investigations

The circumstances surrounding the attack remain unclear, with calls for security agencies to investigate the incident and establish the motive behind the suspected killing.

The incident has also renewed concerns over the safety of teachers, with members of the community hoping that those responsible will be identified, arrested and prosecuted.

Barongo's death is a major loss to his family, colleagues and the learners whose lives he touched through his work as an educator.


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