Baringo CC Orders the Reopening of Schools Closed Due to Insecurity
The Baringo County Commissioner has issued a directive for the immediate reopening of all schools that were closed due to persistent insecurity and banditry attacks. The order comes after a comprehensive security assessment confirmed that calm has been restored in the previously volatile areas, allowing for the safe return of learners and teachers. The commissioner assured parents and school management of adequate security measures to protect the learning institutions.
The schools, primarily located in the remote parts of Tiaty and Baringo North sub-counties, had been shut down for months, disrupting the education of thousands of children. The prolonged closure had raised concerns about a lost generation of learners. The security team has now established temporary police posts and intensified patrols around the schools and along major routes to prevent any threats from armed bandits.
Local leaders and education officials have welcomed the move, pledging to support efforts to ensure students catch up on lost time. The County Commissioner urged parents to take their children back to school without fear, reiterating the government’s commitment to sustaining the peace gains. The reopening marks a significant milestone in the ongoing efforts to restore normalcy and development in the region.