Nairobi • 2 September 2017 • School fire tragedy
Moi Girls School Nairobi
This page documents a historical tragedy. It is not a SafeDormitory partner school. Content is based on public reporting and presented with respect for victims and families.
On 2 September 2017, a dormitory fire at Moi Girls School Nairobi killed 10 students. Officials concluded the blaze was deliberately set; the incident renewed calls for stricter enforcement of school fire safety compliance.
10 lives lost
40 reported injured
Why this story matters
- Education ministry appointed a special investigation team
- Reinforced need for functional alarms, drills, and unobstructed exits
- Part of a recurring national pattern of dormitory fires and safety lapses
- Helped shape public understanding of prevention over reaction
Timeline
2017-09-02
Aftermath and investigation
Then-Education officials treated the fire as arson and pushed for stronger safety compliance across boarding schools nationwide.