Teachers Service Commission (TSC) to probe candidate’s shocking death in Subukia, Kenya

Elizabeth Nyokabi, mother to David Ndung'u is overwhlemed during an interview with The Standard at her home in Arash village. TSC is investigating the death of a Standard Eight pupil who died while undergoing treatment after a teacher allegedly administered corporal punishment on him. (PHOTO: MERCY KAHENDA/ STANDARD)

The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) is investigating the death of a Standard Eight pupil who died while undergoing treatment after a teacher allegedly administered corporal punishment on him. David Ndung'u, 14, is said to have been beaten by a teacher on October 3 at Subukia Primary School after he scored low marks. It is said the teacher reprimanded Ndung'u for lowering the class performance before caning and slapping him.

In a Press statement, TSC Head of Communication Kihumba Kamotho said the commission has launched investigations: "Investigations into the matter commenced on October 17, when the matter was brought to the attention of the commission," reads a section of the report.