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A library that was razed at Ingotse Boys High School in Navakholo, Kakamega County, on May 20, 2026. [Mary Imenza, Standard]

Ingotse Boys High School in Navakholo, Kakamega County, has been closed indefinitely after fire razed the library and some buildings on Wednesday night.

Kakamega County Director of Education Stephen Abere said students have been sent home to allow investigations into the cause of the fire.

"It is true that the school library caught fire and the cause of the fire is not yet known, but investigations have commenced. The students were sent home until the situation is contained and their safety is guaranteed," said Abere.