Nairobi: Ramba High School in Rarieda sub-county has been closed indefinitely following a student protest triggered by the tragic deaths of two students. The students lost their lives after a septic tank at the school collapsed.

According to Kenya News Agency, the school’s principal, Mr. Wycliffe Manoa, decided to shut the school after students destroyed property and refused to attend classes. The deceased students, who were in their final year, were standing on the septic tank with other students when it collapsed around 6 p.m. last evening.

Rarieda deputy county commissioner, Mr. Samuel Njuguna, confirmed the incident. He stated that a rescue team was quickly dispatched from Siaya town to help retrieve the students. Community members also assisted in removing the two bodies, which were then taken to Bondo hospital morgue. Injured students are currently receiving treatment at local hospitals.