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Student walks to secure Form One slot as another lands in a chopper in new school

George Masinde (left) trekked 50kms to secure his form one admission. Right, an unnamed beneficiary of Raila Odinga Foundation arrived at Maranda High School aboard a chopper. [Martin Ndiema, Courtesy]

The different fortunes of various students were in full display on Monday and Tuesday as learners reported to secondary schools.

On foot, on bicycle, by car or helicopter, it was all a question of means of transport for the parents and benefactors who braved long queues to have their children in school on the first day.

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