Litein Boys’ High School has announced phased readmission dates for students following a week-long closure triggered by violent unrest and destruction of property.
According to an official notice from the school’s Board of Management (BOM), Form Two students are expected back on October 9, Form Three on October 13, and Form Four on October 16, 2025, all by 8 a.m.
The memo stated that all outstanding fees and damage costs must be cleared before readmission.
Form Twos and Threes are instructed to carry only their bags and bedding, while Form Fours will bring all their belongings.
Students are also required to be accompanied by their parents for a general meeting upon return.
The school warned that compliance with these directives is mandatory.
Litein Closed Again
The phased reopening comes after the institution was closed again on September 30, just hours after reopening, amid renewed tension.
Reports indicated that students had shown signs of planning another strike after learning that the principal had not been transferred, a key demand during the earlier protests.
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On the night of September 21, students went on a rampage, causing damage estimated in the millions.
The chaos reportedly erupted after they were denied permission to watch an English Premier League match between Arsenal and Manchester City.
Videos shared on social media showed students invading teachers’ quarters, cooking in their kitchens, and even driving the school bus to protect it from destruction.
Ten students were later arrested after being identified through CCTV footage.
The Ministry of Education has not yet announced whether further disciplinary or administrative action will be taken against the school leadership.
Student Unrests in Kenyan Schools
In Kenya, officials identified arson as the main cause of school fires, with students frequently held responsible.
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In 2016, Kenyan authorities recorded around 130 school fire cases linked to student unrest.
By 2018, at least 63 similar incidents had been documented, according to data from parliament.
These fires have affected schools across the board boys’, girls’, and mixed institutions alike.
Many Kenyan parents opt for primary boarding schools, believing they offer a more focused learning environment, better discipline, and a solution to the challenges of daily commuting, as highlighted in the Kenya Studies Review.
Research by Isaac Muasya of the University of Nairobi indicates that arson is the primary trigger of these school fires.
Other hazards such as defective electrical devices and easily ignitable items like cigarettes also contribute significantly to the risk.
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