Fire Breaks Out at Moi Girls High School, Nairobi.
A fire broke out at Moi Girls High School, Nairobi, on the evening of Monday, January 20. The Kenya Red Cross reported the incident and confirmed that the blaze started late in the evening.
Rescue teams were dispatched to the scene to control the fire, although the exact cause of the blaze remains unknown. Eyewitness accounts indicated that three fire engines were deployed to contain the inferno shortly after it was reported.
According to preliminary reports, all students were evacuated safely. However, by Monday evening, uncertainty loomed over their safety as officials continued their assessment.
Images shared by Teachersupdates.news showed significant damage to a multi-storey building within the school. The full extent of the destruction is yet to be determined, but the quick response of fire teams played a critical role in mitigating further damage.
Previous Incidents at Moi Girls High School
This recent fire incident adds to a history of similar tragedies at Moi Girls High School. A major fire in 2017 claimed the lives of 10 students. A 14-year-old student was later convicted of manslaughter after being found guilty of starting the fire to facilitate her transfer to another school.
At her sentencing, the judge stated that her intent was not to harm but to secure her removal from the institution.
The Moi Girls’ incident occurred less than two weeks after the start of the 2025 academic year on January 6. It also followed another recent fire at the University of Nairobi.
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On January 15, a massive blaze razed a section of the Taifa Hall, including part of the Gandhi Wing. Firefighters had to return to the university hours later when another fire reignited at the site.
This series of fires raises concerns about the safety measures in learning institutions. One official stated, “This is a call to action for schools and authorities to improve fire preparedness and prevention protocols.” Parents have also emphasized the need for robust safety measures to ensure the wellbeing of students.
Fire Breaks Out at Moi Girls High School, Nairobi.
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