Parents struggling to keep children indoorsChildren play at Kware village in Embakasi, Nairobi. Most parents have taken to social media to air their frustrations following the abrupt closure of school which in effect suspended learning for their children. Many parents are finding it hard to confine their children inside the house with some even admitting of being overwhelmed by their presence. During a visit, I was shocked to find children as young as two playing by the roadside. It’s impossible to ask all of them to stay indoors, considering how hot these iron sheet houses gets.” Child psychologist Ken Aringo has asked parents to engage their children during this period.

Source: Standard Digital March 22, 2020 06:11 UTC