Tale of Taita-Taveta’s empty school desks

**Veronica Saisi in class, at Sungululu primary school. She moved schools from Kidune primary school where she says she was not allowed to attend class for fee arrears [GARDY CHACHA/STANDARD]**

The vastness of Taita-Taveta County, colonised by stubby shrubs, makes a beautiful silhouette before the early morning sun.

It is 6.30 am and 13-year-old Veronica Saisi is already in class. Next year, 2018, she will be sitting for her KCPE.

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