In an advisory issued, the Kenya Private Schools Association (KPSA) urged its member institutions to take precautionary measures to protect learners, staff, and parents amid fears that transport services could be affected by the industrial action linked to concerns over rising fuel prices.

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NAIROBI, Kenya, May 18 – Private schools across the country have been put on alert following a nationwide transport sector strike today, with education stakeholders warning of possible disruptions to learner movement and school operations.

In an advisory issued, the Kenya Private Schools Association (KPSA) urged its member institutions to take precautionary measures to protect learners, staff, and parents amid fears that transport services could be affected by the industrial action linked to concerns over rising fuel prices.

The association called on schools to actively engage parents and guardians on potential disruptions that may affect school attendance, reporting times, and transport arrangements.

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“Schools are advised to take precautionary measures to safeguard the safety and well-being of learners, staff, and parents in the event the strike affects movement and transport services across the country,” the advisory stated.

KPSA directed schools to closely monitor developments within their counties and localities while ensuring school transport systems are prepared for any eventuality.

Schools operating buses were advised to ensure their vehicles are adequately fuelled and ready for service.

The association also cautioned institutions against routing school transport through areas considered highly prone to congestion or disruptions, particularly within Nairobi.

Among the routes flagged were the Central Business District, Mombasa Road corridor, Thika Road between Githurai and Roysambu, Jogoo Road, Ngong Road, and the Industrial Area during peak hours of the strike period.

To minimise the impact of any transport interruptions, schools were encouraged to adopt flexible reporting and departure schedules where necessary and implement contingency plans tailored to their circumstances.

📰 Source: Capital FM Kenya