- Some citizens argue that the president’s response reflects a pattern of “throwing money at problems” instead of preventing them.
Kenyans online are voicing mixed reactions after President William Ruto donated Sh5 million to the AIC Kapsabet Senior School for the Hearing Impaired in Nandi County, following a septic tank accident that left one learner dead and ten injured.
Some citizens argue that the president’s response reflects a pattern of “throwing money at problems” instead of preventing them.
“The president’s answer to every problem seems to be the same, throw money at it. But leadership is supposed to prevent these situations in the first place, not just arrive later with a cheque,” wrote @power_lens.
Others welcomed the gesture, praising Ruto for supporting grieving families. “It’s so sad to have lost the deaf students… President Ruto has done well to support the families,” noted @NaekuMercy.
Several voices, however, directed anger at the school administration, accusing it of negligence. “Is he rewarding negligence? Why was the septic open, why not hold the concerned school administration accountable?” asked @Yakutumma.
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“Why should a septic tank remain unattended to? The school administration should be held accountable,” added @Hilla_Cheru.
The tragedy unfolded on March 12, 2026, when eleven students fell into a septic tank after the concrete slab they were standing on collapsed.
The students had rushed to catch a glimpse of President Ruto’s motorcade as it passed near the school en route to a thanksgiving service at Kapsabet Girls High School. One learner died, while ten others were injured and rushed to Kapsabet County Referral Hospital, with some initially reported in critical condition.
Emergency teams from the Kenya Red Cross Society, county authorities, and the school responded swiftly, rescuing those trapped. Seven students were confirmed injured and taken to hospital, while psychosocial support including sign language services was mobilized to assist survivors and families.
The incident has sparked a national conversation: balancing compassion with accountability, and questioning whether donations alone can address systemic safety lapses in schools.
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