“I call on all relevant duty bearers to undertake a comprehensive review of school safety standards, emergency preparedness systems, infrastructure, and risk management measures to protect learners.”

Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka has called for urgent action to stop recurring school dormitory fires after at least 15 students died at Utumishi Girls Academy in Gilgil.

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Fires at schools have been a cause of concern for education officials, with classrooms and dormitories often crowded and no firefighting equipment in place.

Utumishi school fire triggers a rethink of school safety