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Utumishi Girls Reopens for Grade 10 Students Today

Patricia Waigwa July 6, 2026 0

Grade 10 learners have officially resumed classes at Utumishi Girls Academy in Gilgil, Nakuru County, today, July 6, 2026. Specifically, this marks the second phase of a carefully structured reopening following the tragic dormitory fire on May 28 that claimed 16 lives and injured 79 others.

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Utumishi Girls Students Remain in Custody Until September Ruling

Patricia Waigwa July 2, 2026 0

On Thursday, July 2, 2026, the Kibera High Court postponed its bail ruling for eight Utumishi Girls Academy students charged with murder. The court ordered the minors to remain at the Kabete Juvenile Remand Home until September 22, 2026. The students pleaded not guilty to 16 murder charges linked to the deadly dormitory fire at […]

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Eight Utumishi Girls Face Murder Pleas in Court Today

Patricia Waigwa July 1, 2026 0

Eight Utumishi Girls Academy students facing 16 counts of murder are scheduled to appear before the Kibera High Court on July 1, 2026, to formally enter their pleas. Specifically, the charges stem from a devastating dormitory fire on May 28, 2026, at the school in Gilgil, Nakuru County. Furthermore, the suspected arson attack claimed the […]

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Utumishi Girls Academy Set to Reopen

Patricia Waigwa June 30, 2026

Utumishi Girls Academy will begin its phased reopening on Thursday, July 2, 2026, after parents and education officials resolved intense standoffs regarding student safety. Specifically, the decision followed an eight-hour crisis meeting on Monday, June 29, 2026, bringing together school management, parents and Ministry of Education officials. Furthermore, this meeting

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Sonko Defends Funeral Support With Leaked Audio and Messages

Patricia Waigwa June 10, 2026

On June 10, 2026, former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko released audio recordings and WhatsApp conversations to defend himself against accusations made by the father of the late Zuhura Rama. The dispute emerged days after the burial of the Grade 10 student who died in the tragic fire at Utumishi Girls Academy. Consequently, the controversy quickly […]

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Sonko Helps Lay Utumishi Fire Victim to Rest

Patricia Waigwa June 7, 2026

Former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko has facilitated the burial arrangements of Zuhura Rama, a Grade 10 student who died in the tragic Utumishi Girls Senior School fire. Consequently, the intervention has eased the burden on the grieving family. Additionally, Sonko fulfilled his earlier pledge to support families affected by the tragedy. His assistance comes as […]

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Government Announces KSh 200,000 Support for Utumishi Girls Families

Patricia Waigwa June 7, 2026

 The Government of Kenya announced financial support for families affected by the tragic fire at Utumishi Girls Academy. Consequently, each affected family will receive KSh 200,000 to help navigate the difficult period. Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura confirmed the intervention. Additionally, the government pledged to cover funeral and medical expenses linked to the

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Mike Sonko Offers to Pay Burial Costs for Utumishi Girls Fire Victims

Patricia Waigwa May 30, 2026

Former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko has pledged to cover funeral and burial expenses for families of students who died in the Utumishi Girls Academy fire. Consequently, the move aims to ease the financial burden facing families during this difficult period. Additionally, Sonko expressed sympathy to parents, relatives, and the entire school community. His commitment comes

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Mother Dies in Gilgil Crash While Rushing to Utumishi Girls Fire Scene

Patricia Waigwa May 29, 2026

On May 28, 2026, Faith Irene tragically lost her life in a road accident along the Nakuru–Gilgil Highway. The fatal crash happened at Kariandusi as she rushed to Utumishi Girls Senior Secondary School. Consequently, the heartbreaking incident deepened the pain surrounding the deadly school dormitory fire. Additionally, her husband survived the collision with serious

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CS Ogamba Shuts Down Utumishi Girls After Deadly Fire Tragedy

Patricia Waigwa May 28, 2026

On May 28, 2026, Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba ordered the indefinite closure of Utumishi Girls Academy in Gilgil, Nakuru County. Consequently, the government halted all school operations immediately after the devastating tragedy. Additionally, authorities acted swiftly to secure the premises as investigations began. Deadly Fire Breaks Out in Dormitory Block