School in forest in Laikipia to be closed down and new one built

Laikipia Governor Joshua Irungu. Noting that the establishment of primary schools was the work of the national government, he said the move had been necessitated by the harsh conditions the pupils were going through.  (PHOTO: MOSE SAMMY/ STANDARD)

A primary school will be constructed at Mutara, Laikipia West sub-county.

The multi-million-shilling project was launched yesterday by Governor Joshua Irungu.