[PHOTOS] Gachagua joins memorial for Hillside victims in Nyeri

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The service is taking place at Mwiga Stadium as had earlier been announced by the government.
The 21 died when their dormitory was razed on September 6.

26 September 2024 - 10:43

The interdenominational memorial service for the 21 victims of the Hillside Endarasha Academy fire tragedy is underway in Nyeri.

The service is taking place at Mwiga Stadium as had earlier been announced by the government.

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, Nyeri Governor Mutahi Kahiga, Education CS Julius Ogamba and other leaders, are attending the service.

The programme will be coordinated by Bishop Paul Wanjohi.

The 21 died when their dormitory was razed on September 6.

The fire raged through the dormitory of the boarding school, killing the boys who were asleep.

More than 150 pupils were in the dormitory when it caught fire on September 5.