The court will reconvene on December 20, 2024, when it will determine whether to fully reopen the boarding section.

Justice Issac Ondigi said that while the school can remain open, the dormitories pose a significant risk to the health and safety of the pupils.

Murugu said that some parents have expressed intentions to bury their children on the same day.

Lawmakers have also requested an estimate of the total cost of education from basic to tertiary levels.