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Little-known schools in Garissa blaze a trail of excellence in KCSE

Students of Hulugho Girls Secondary School (Photo: Courtesy)

By Abdimalik Hajir | Monday, January 8, 2024

Garissa County, traditionally known for challenges in education, has erupted in surprise and celebration as little-known schools have posted outstanding results in the recent KCSE national examinations.

Garissa County, traditionally known for challenges in education, has erupted in surprise and celebration as little-known schools have posted outstanding results in the recent KCSE national examinations. These hidden gems are proving that resilience and dedication can triumph over adversity, inspiring hope for the entire region.

Gedi Secondary School, nestled within the sprawling Dadaab Refugee Camp, defied expectations with an impressive tally of 32 students scoring B+, 103 B(plain), and 111 B-(minus). This academic feat signifies a remarkable turnaround for the school, previously hampered by resource limitations and harsh environmental conditions.

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Adding to the surprise, Hulugho Girls Secondary School, located near the volatile Kenya-Somalia border, proved its mettle with 9 B+, 11 B(plain), and 24 B(minus) graduates. This achievement resonates even more strongly considering the security challenges faced by the border town.

Horizon High School further amplifies the message of hope by securing 10 B-(minus), 40 C+(plus), and 24 C-(minus) scores. These schools, operating under the radar, are demonstrating the immense potential of Garissa's students when provided with support and opportunity.

Social media is abuzz with congratulations for these schools and their students, with praise showering their resilience and talent. Abdirahman Mohamed's tweet aptly captures the sentiment: "This is a well-deserved performance for Hulugho girls, the results show our girls can do even better if the government invests so much in education in Northeastern Region."