A fire at Utumishi Girls Academy in Nakuru County, Kenya, resulted in the deaths of at least 16 children and left 79 hospitalized. The incident occurred around 1:00 am local time and is part of a troubling trend of school fires in the country. Education Minister Julius Migos Ogamba confirmed the fatalities, while President William Ruto expressed condolences. Investigations are ongoing to determine the cause of the fire, and the Kenya Red Cross is providing support to affected families.