The boy alleged that two teachers assaulted him for failing to score 400 marks out of the possible 500. [Screengrab]Police in Siaya County have launched investigations into an incident where a male Class Eight pupil of Nyamninia Primary School in Yala was allegedly assaulted by teachers for failing to score 400 marks in internal exams. The pupil said he was contemplating seeking transfer or staying at home after being assaulted at Nyamninia Primary School. “If it’s a must that I score 400 marks in exams to avoid being subjected to torture, then I’d rather remain at home. The Standard’s attempts to reach the head-teacher of Nyamninia Primary School for comment were fruitless.

Source: Standard Digital July 22, 2022 07:33 UTC