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At least 17 pupils killed in fire at primary school in Kenya, and more from around the world
Relatives of the students who perished in a fire react after visiting Hillside Endarasha Academy in Kieni, Nyeri County, Kenya, 06 September 2024. The Kenyan Ministry of Education confirmed that 17 pupils have died following the fire that broke out early on 06 September in the boys' dormitory at the primary school. EPA-EFE/DANIEL IRUNGU