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Student death triggers Nairobi Road School closure amid bullying claims

Students from Nairobi Road Secondary School march solemnly along the Nakuru-Nairobi Highway on July 28, 2025, demanding justice for their fallen classmate, Peter Kahemba. [Kipsang Joseph, Standard]

Nairobi Road Secondary School in Nakuru City was on Monday closed indefinitely following a student protest over the death of their colleague.

The deceased was allegedly assaulted and later struck by a speeding vehicle. The students began their protest at around 8 a.m. along the Nakuru-Nairobi Highway, demanding accountability and the arrest of students from another school who were allegedly involved in the assault.

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