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The country is facing a worrying state. Fires continue to ravage schools. Recent incidents occurred in Isiolo and Kilifi South. In Isiolo, a dormitory at Wami Boys was destroyed, but no injuries were reported.
In Kilifi South, a dormitory housing 160 students caught fire, but no casualties were reported. The cause of the fires is yet to be determined.
In a separate alarming trend, several suicide incidents were reported in different counties. In Makueni County, a 19-year-old hanged himself, while in Nakuru County, a 37-year-old was found hanging in his father’s house.
In Kakamega County, a 58-year-old man died by suicide by hanging himself on a mango tree. In Kiambu County, a 24-year-old man died by plunging into a dam. The motives behind these incidents stay unknown.
In another incident, suspected thieves broke into Mediheal Hospital in Eldoret and stole equipment valued at Sh3 million.
The thieves accessed the theatre room and made away with machines like the ultrasound machine and diathermy machine. The police are investigating the robbery, but no arrests have been made so far.
The country is grappling with a series of distressing events, from school fires to suicides and theft incidents. The authorities are working to find the causes behind these tragedies and guarantee the safety and security of the citizens.
The recent spate of incidents has raised concerns. It has also highlighted the need for preventive measures and swift action to tackle these issues.