More than 72 hours after a devastating fire at Hillside Endarasha Academy, parents are still in agony as they await news about 46 missing pupils.
The tragic blaze, which broke out at the school, has claimed the lives of 21 students, leaving many families in a state of despair and uncertainty.
The fire, which occurred at the academy in Nyeri County, has led to a frantic search for the missing children.
Parents and guardians have set up a makeshift camp at the school, hoping for any updates on their loved ones.
Among the missing is 12-year-old Travis Kariuki, an orphan who was deeply loved by his guardian, Julius Kaburu.
Kaburu, who took Travis in after the boy’s parents passed away, has been at the school since the fire, desperately seeking information about Travis’s whereabouts.
The government is actively involved in the search for the missing pupils. Efforts are being made to determine the exact number of those unaccounted for and to provide support to the affected families.
The situation remains dire as authorities struggle to piece together information amidst the chaos. Parents continue to hope for positive news while grappling with the fear and pain of the unknown.
In response to the tragedy, various stakeholders have called for improved safety measures in boarding schools to prevent such incidents in the future.
The fire has not only affected the families directly involved but has also raised concerns about the safety protocols in educational institutions across the country.
The emotional toll on the families is immense, with many parents feeling helpless as they wait for news.
The uncertainty surrounding the fate of the missing pupils adds to their suffering, as they cling to hope for a miracle.
By Newsmedia