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Families of 21 boys killed in Hillside dorm fire sue state and school for negligence, cite violation of right to life
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 24, 2025

Parents accuse them of negligence, dereliction of duty and failing to enforce safety standards in schools, arguing that the September 5, 2024, tragedy...

Fire erupts at Embakasi Girls Secondary School in Mukuru, no injuries reported so far
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jul 06, 2025

At the time of publishing, no injuries or fatalities had been reported, and the full extent of the damage remained unclear.

Nyeri's Hillside Endarasha Academy to transition to full day school following tragic fire
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 21, 2024

The fire that claimed the lives of the boys in the dormitory sparked widespread outrage and concern over safety standards at the school.

Hillside Endarasha fire culprit will be brought to book - CS Ogamba
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 26, 2024

"We are aware that this cannot wipe away your tears or take away the unimaginable pain of losing a loved one."

Nation mourns: Nyeri honours 21 Hillside Endarasha pupils lost in dormitory fire
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 26, 2024

The emotional event brought together parents, school staff, leaders, and members of the community

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