Utumishi Girls School

Utumishi Girls School is a girls' boarding school located in Gilgil, central Kenya, with over 800 students. The school has recently become newsworthy due to a tragic incident. Overnight, a fire broke out in one of its dormitories, resulting in the deaths of at least 16 students and injuring 79 others. The incident occurred on a Thursday, as confirmed by Education Minister Julius Ogamba. The cause of the fire has not yet been determined. This event highlights the ongoing safety concerns in educational institutions in the East African nation. The school's current relevance is unfortunately tied to this devastating event, underscoring the need for investigations into fire safety protocols and the well-being of students in boarding facilities.