Mang'u High Battles Classroom Shortage as Hyenas, Snakes Roam School Grounds

Mang'u High School has been placed under increasing infrastructure pressure as its student population approaches 2,800.
A shortage of classrooms has been reported despite the school occupying an expansive 209-acre compound in Juja Subcounty.

Principal Bernard King'ah said several existing buildings had become old and were no longer being fully utilised.
At the same time, additional learning spaces have been required as enrolment has continued to rise.

The school has been staffed by about 137 teachers and 79 non-teaching employees.
However, the available staffing and facilities have continued to be stretched by the large student population.

Ageing Buildings Raise Concern

Some buildings within the institution have reportedly reached an advanced age and have been used below their intended capacity.
The situation has created a need for both new construction and better utilisation of existing facilities.

New facilities have consequently been put up as efforts have been made to ease the infrastructure challenges.
Existing buildings and spaces are also expected to be reviewed as demand for classrooms continues to increase.

The school's large compound has presented additional management challenges because of its size and surrounding environment.
High population density at certain points has also made interaction between university operations and students more difficult, according to the principal.

Hyenas and Snakes Reported Around School

Safety concerns have also been raised over wildlife that has been encountered around the institution.
Hyenas and snakes have reportedly been present within the school's wider surroundings, creating an additional challenge for school management.

The wildlife concern has added to the infrastructure and safety pressures being experienced at the institution.
Measures have continued to be considered as the school works to maintain a secure learnin