Protests spark schools closure in major towns

Education Stakeholders Association of Kenya National Secretary, Ndung’u Wangenye has expressed concern over the disruption of learning by unrest. [File, Standard].

Uncertainty and anxiety have gripped parents, and education stakeholders ahead of the planned nationwide Saba Saba protests on Monday.

Several urban schools have already announced closures, citing safety concerns for pupils and staff, following recent demonstrations that escalated into violence, disrupted learning, and endangered lives.