students

Students are currently in the news due to two significant events. In Kenya, at least 16 students tragically lost their lives and dozens were injured in a devastating overnight fire that engulfed the dormitories of Utumishi Girls School in Gilgil. The incident has brought attention to school safety and the well-being of students in educational institutions. Simultaneously, students at Istanbul's Bilgi University have been involved in protests. They celebrated the reopening of their university following a police crackdown and days of demonstrations against a closure decree that threatened to shut down the institution mid-year. These events highlight the diverse circumstances affecting students globally, from facing life-threatening emergencies to advocating for their educational rights.