- Simon Isiaho Shange was the beloved principal of Munyuki Secondary School in Lugari, Kakamega county, and was sadly found dead in River Chikali
- The dutiful teacher was reportedly driving to school on Monday, November 3, when he suddenly went missing
- After an intense search, it emerged that the teacher was allegedly killed, and his body was dumped in the river
Kakamega, Kenya: Simon Isiaho Shange, the slain principal of Munyuki Secondary School, was finally laid to rest amid pain and tears from his family, friends, and students he taught.
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What happened to Munyuki principal?
Shange’s body was tragically discovered in River Chikali days after he suddenly went missing in the early hours of Monday, November 3.
Authorities suspect foul play, as preliminary evidence suggests he may have been tortured before his death.
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On November 25, family and friends gathered at the home of the departed teacher in Ludodo Village, Likuyani sub-county, for the funeral service of the late teacher, whose death remains a puzzle to many.
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Why do Kakamega teachers want guns?
After Shange’s death, teachers in Lugari requested the government to enhance their security and even sought permission to carry guns.
According to the teachers, Shange’s death left them in fear for their own lives, with many claiming they had been living under constant threats.
The teachers also issued an ultimatum through the Kenya Secondary School Heads’ Association. As the service took place, teachers in Lugari reiterated that they were living in fear.
“The work of leaders is to facilitate development in our institutions, not to interfere with school operations or intimidate teachers. I will prioritise Lugari constituency to address this problem and ensure our teachers have the freedom and security they need to run our schools effectively,” said Governor Fernandes Barasa.
“I emphasised to security agencies to ensure justice is served,” he added.
How did Kenyans react to the story?
Alexander Munala:
“Just cried for the young girl.”
Misiko Carloz:
“Viongozi tokea kwa gavana mko down.”
Nancy Xhaxasa:
Utulivu kutoka kwa Mungu.”
Cyrillah Makhakha:
“Such a young family..God grant them peace.”
Angogo David:
“Go well my class teacher at Nyang’ori Boys may your soul rest in peace.”
Gilbert Cheruiyot:
“Political interference in the running of schools should be listed as one of the parameters for declaring an area as a hardship zone!”
Munanga Lisungu Jr:
“We condemned whoever snatched the life of Mwalimu, Mungu shughulika naye.”
Immaculate Mamake Victory:
“Mbona kuua tu mtu ona vile jamii yake ingali youngbado watoi walikuwa ndo wamefika mahali pakuhita daddyinauma.”
Who is missing Kenyan teacher in Tanzania?
Another story revealed that the Kenyan government promised John Ogutu’s family that they will trace and repatriate his body after he was sadly killed in the Dar es Salaam clashes on October 29.
Ogutu’s remains, which were reportedly booked at Mwananyamala Hospital mortuary, could not be found, and it deepened the family’s anguish.
Foreign Affairs PS Korir Sing’oei assured the family that despite post-election hurdles in Tanzania, efforts remain underway to secure a dignified send-off.
Proofreading by Asher Omondi, copy editor at TUKO.co.ke.
Source: TUKO.co.ke
