This archive report was first published on 11 June 2021.
On June 11, 2021, leaders from West Pokot County expressed their disapproval of the decision by school heads to send students away due to unpaid fees. This move has led to a significant number of students loitering in major towns in the county.
According to Masol nominated MCA Grace Rengei, the situation has resulted in an increase of cases of children being sexually violated by sex pests in areas such as Makutano, Kapenguria, and Chepareria.
"These children, especially girls, are seen loitering the streets of major towns in our county with majority of them being sexually assaulted by sex perverts," Rengei stated.
She has called upon the relevant authorities to explore alternative methods to reach the parents of affected students rather than sending them home.
"Many schools in this area are girl schools, and the idea of sending them to collect fees a few days after they were on half-term is tantamount to allowing them to indulge in bad behaviors," Rengei added.
