A video capturing the moment a student from Moi High School Kabarak was picked up by a helicopter has taken social media by storm, eliciting a range of reactions from Kenyans.
In the now-viral clip, a group of high school students is seen standing with their bags packed, ready to head home. As they wait for their rides, a helicopter lands at a safe distance from the students, drawing attention. Among the group, one young man is seen calmly zipping his suitcase, preparing to board the chopper.The scene has left many Kenyans online buzzing with curiosity and amazement. Some wondered about the identity of the student’s parents, while others commented on the growing gap between different social classes.
One social media user remarked, “Dynasties pale Kabarak. Kuna watu wanaishi maisha alafu kuna sisi tunajaribu tu,” highlighting the stark differences in lifestyle. Another user pointed out, “They had to ban visiting day in Kabarak juu ya classism. Hapo visiting day wazazi wako wanaweza kuja aogope kukuambia story za kuwork hard juu unaweza mshow the same,” suggesting that such displays of wealth could be a reason for certain policies at the school.
Others noted that the students themselves didn’t seem overly impressed by the helicopter, indicating that this might not be an unusual occurrence at the prestigious institution. One commenter stated, “You can see even the kids are not excited about that chopper, it’s a usual scene. My kids will one day roam those corridors.”
The video has sparked a broader discussion about wealth, privilege, and the changing dynamics within Kenya’s education system, especially in elite schools like Moi High School Kabarak.
By Nairobi