Outrage as Litein High School Parents Question Ksh.49K Fee for Damages After Strike
Outrage as Litein High School parents question Ksh.49K fee for damages after strike, accusing the school of exploiting repeated unrests to impose new levies on families. Parents say they want transparency and accountability over the charges.
Parents Demand Accountability
Through their lawyers Danstan Omari, Shadrach Wambui, and Sam Nyaberi, the parents questioned why the institution has experienced three strikes in a short span, each followed by hefty financial demands. They further alleged that some officials might be benefiting from the chaos, calling for transparency and a formal audit.
“The pattern is suspicious — every time there’s a strike, parents are asked to contribute large sums of money. We want accountability and transparency,” said one parent during a press briefing.
The PTA now wants a comprehensive inventory of property allegedly destroyed during the most recent strike and a review of funds collected after previous incidents. They argue that the administration should provide evidence of actual losses before demanding compensation.
Allegations Against School Management
Some parents have gone further, accusing certain teachers of exploiting students to extract money from families. They claim that frequent strikes and mounting damage fees reveal deeper management issues, urging education authorities to address them directly.
The latest unrest occurred two weeks ago, when students allegedly protested against the principal’s high-handed leadership style. The incident left classrooms burned and offices vandalized, forcing the school to close indefinitely. Eight students were later arrested in connection with the destruction.
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Government Response and Broader Context
Education Principal Secretary Julius Bitok condemned the destruction of school property and warned students against acts of hooliganism. He also instructed education officers to remain vigilant and handle grievances before they escalate into violence.
Parents have voiced concern over what they call a recurring pattern of unrest, and they note that students have destroyed Litein High School four times in the last three years. Strikes in 2021 and 2023 forced administrators to close the institution indefinitely, raising questions about discipline and accountability.
Education analysts warn that frequent student riots reflect broader challenges facing Kenya’s education sector, including poor communication between students, teachers, and school management. They argue that transparency and dialogue remain key to restoring trust within learning institutions.
