Kisumu National Polytechnic has been closed indefinitely following a week-long wave of student unrest that disrupted learning and normal operations at the institution.
In an official notice issued by the administration, students were directed to vacate the institution’s premises immediately and remain away until further communication is given. The closure comes after several days of tension on campus, where students staged protests over grievances that are yet to be publicly clarified by the school management.
Witnesses reported that demonstrations had intensified during the week, with learning programs being paralyzed and staff expressing safety concerns. Security personnel were deployed to the institution to contain the situation, but the administration later resolved that suspending academic activities was the only way to restore order.
The indefinite closure is a major setback for students who were in the middle of their academic calendar. Many fear that the disruption could affect exam schedules, practical training, and the institution’s overall academic plan for the year.
The school’s management has assured parents, guardians, and students that it is working to address the underlying issues that sparked the unrest before recalling learners. However, no official timeline has been provided on when normalcy is expected to return.
The closure adds to a growing list of public institutions in Kenya that have faced shutdowns due to student unrest, raising concerns about dialogue, governance, and crisis management in higher learning institutions.
For now, students of Kisumu National Polytechnic are left in uncertainty as they wait for guidance on the next steps regarding their studies.
