At least 16 students have been killed and around 79 others injured after a fire tore through a dormitory at Utumishi Girls Academy in Gilgil, Kenya, authorities said.
The blaze broke out overnight while students were sleeping, triggering panic as emergency crews rushed to the scene. Investigators later launched a probe into the cause of the fire.
The tragedy has shocked communities across Kenya and renewed concerns about safety standards in boarding schools. Officials said support was being provided to affected families as the country mourned the loss of the students.
Authorities arrested eight students on suspicion of arson as investigations continued into the cause of the deadly dormitory fire. Kenyan leaders have called for accountability and a thorough review of school safety measures to prevent similar disasters in the future.
