Concern as Form 3 Student Is Spotted Walking to School at 4 am in Rongai: "Area Iko na Simba"
- A Form Three student from Olekasasi Secondary School in Ongata Rongai, Kajiado county, was filmed walking alone at 4.25 am
- A motorist who encountered him on the road lit his path with headlights and recorded the encounter in a now-viral video
- Kenyans expressed sympathy and concern over the orphaned boy’s safety noting how the area was prone to wild animals
Kenyans on social media have expressed concern for a young man who was spotted walking to school alone at 4.25 am.
Source: Twitter
The Form Three student at Olekasasi Secondary School was captured on video by a stranger while trekking through Ongata Rongai, Kajiado county.
The man in a car lit the way as the student could be seen walking at a brisk pace.
Why was Olekasasi Secondary School boy walking at 4 am?
The Good Samaritan noted that he had a conversation with the boy, who informed him that he is the deputy head boy at his school and walks a distance of 5km everyday to get there on time.
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"He walks from Twala to school. I have no problem with trekking to school. I’m only worried about the time and his safety because this area is prone to wild animals, including lions and hyenas,” he stated.
The video was shared on Facebook by Divinar Swahili Teacher, who called on well-wishers to assist the young man, noting that he is an orphan.
The clip quickly went viral and attracted widespread sympathy, with many Kenyans from across the country offering to help.
Who offered to sponsor Rongai student’s education?
Following her Facebook post, Divinar revealed that a well-wisher had come forward and offered to transfer the boy to a boarding school.
She explained that the boy would receive sponsorship for his education from the well-wisher, and she was in the process of facilitating everything.
"Meanwhile, the story of the boy from Olekasasi Secondary has been taken up by Lexien Naturals," she said.
She added that the well-wisher was working to transfer the boy to Merishaw School, which had already confirmed that they admit Form Three students after an interview.
"I have just spoken to them. The interview can be held on any day, even Saturday. School fees for the third term is KSh 170,000," shared Divinar.
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Kenyans offer to help Rongai student
Jackie Jillian:
“If he doesn’t get a sponsor for boarding, can he transfer all the way to Murang’a? I’ll offer him accommodation and food for free. He can stay with my two brothers who are in Form Three and Form Four. But let’s all chip in for the school fees. I’ll buy the uniform. It’s just a suggestion.”
Liz Mukui:
“Divinar Swahili Teacher, instead of changing schools, we could rent him a house near the school so he can finish his studies.”
Nina Rachel:
“Divina, has he been helped? If not, could you please provide his grades and the necessary documents? Also, can he transfer to a boarding school?”
Nyakwar Atieno:
“Best solution: those who feel moved to help, please contribute and request that he be transferred to a boarding school. That would cover fees for the next term and Form Four, plus shopping. Easier than renting a house nearby and dealing with logistics like cooking and food.”
Ministry of Education releases guidelines on school hours
During his tenure, former Education Cabinet Secretary Ezekiel Machogu released guidelines on the specific hours that schools should operate.
He said that headteachers of primary and secondary schools to ensure teaching starts at 8am and ends at 3.45pm on weekdays.
He said teaching should not be forced on learners and should be natural for better results.
Machogu explained the need for a balance, saying the timelines he had given were to ensure that learners had time for physical education and personal learning.
Why was KMTC graduate alone on graduation?
In other news, TUKO.co.ke reported that a Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) graduate went viral after he was captured eating a smokie alone while wearing his graduation gown.
Brian Wanjira said his parents were unable to attend his graduation ceremony, forcing him to spend the day by himself.
The video clip sparked immense love and support from Kenyans online, who asked for his number so they could send him monetary gifts.
Racheal Nyaguthie, HoD Human Interest, added the section on the Ministry of Education.
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