Tragic Fire at Kenyan Boarding School Claims 17 Lives

A devastating fire at Hillside Endarasha Academy in central Kenya has tragically claimed the lives of 17 students. President William Ruto has urged authorities to thoroughly investigate the incident and hold those accountable. Previous school fires in Kenya, often attributed to arson, have raised concerns over school safety.

A tragic fire ravaged a primary boarding school in central Kenya, killing 17 students, confirmed police spokeswoman Resila Onyango on Friday.

President William Ruto has called for a rigorous investigation and accountability. The authorities are dispatching more rescuers to the Hillside Endarasha Academy in Nyeri, with details to follow shortly.

Emergency teams are on-site as the fire left victims beyond recognition. This incident echoes previous school fires in Kenya, often tied to arson.

(With inputs from agencies.)