- The reactions on social media have been swift and revealing. Users on X have voiced their bewilderment and frustration, seeking answers about the community's educational landscape.
On January 16, 2025, a striking clip aired on Citizen TV Kenya, shedding light on the unusual situation at Mugwandi Secondary School in Kirinyaga County.
The footage revealed a shocking disparity: the school is staffed with eight teachers from the Teachers Service Commission, yet only hosts one student. This peculiar scenario has sparked widespread debate and concern among netizens, prompting many to question the circumstances that led to such an unprecedented state of affairs.
The reactions on social media have been swift and revealing. Users on X have voiced their bewilderment and frustration, seeking answers about the community's educational landscape.
@cbs_ke
“Does Mugwandi Secondary School receive capitation from the government for ONE STUDENT who doubles as the Head Boy, the Bell Ringer? We need to know if the leaders of Kirinyaga County truly care about education.”
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@JosephMasta
“How did that happen? Aren't there children from the neighbourhood who can school there?”
@vii_babeg
“Wastage of resources (teachers) kuna schools with less teachers. Si that boy and the 8 adults waende kwingine?”
@RaymondBirir
“Sasa akienda school games Hua anafanya aje? Football one V one? Ama anacheza tennis and badminton only?”
Questions about parental involvement were also raised, with @WairimuAnna2 asking, “Did the students drop out, or are Kirinyaga parents not willing to send their children to school?”
User @jhokiAnita emphasized the need for accountability: “The question should be why aren't parents taking their kids to this school?”
According to a report by Citizen Digital, Mugwandi Secondary School is on the brink of closure due to this severe student shortage. The Teachers Service Commission has confirmed the astonishing statistic: one student and eight teachers are officially employed at the school.
