BY RITA MUTHONI
Learning at Embu College came to a standstill on Monday after students staged protests over prolonged disruptions in training, with some demonstrators setting fire to property within the institution.
The students, led by their president Caleb Ndiema, accused the college management of failing to provide adequate training and essential learning facilities, saying they had gone for more than a month without meaningful academic activities.
“We cannot continue paying fees while our education is being compromised. We need immediate action to restore learning,” said Ndiema during the protest.
Students claimed that the lack of training materials and equipment had severely affected their studies, especially in courses that require practical lessons.
Those pursuing Automotive Engineering said the institution does not have a vehicle for practical training, making it impossible for them to acquire the hands-on skills required in their field.
Students from the Electronics department also complained of inadequate equipment and learning materials for practical sessions, saying the situation had left them unprepared for examinations and future employment.
The protesters called on the college administration to urgently address the shortages, resume normal learning and provide a conducive environment for studies.
Efforts to obtain a response from the Embu College management regarding the allegations were unsuccessful by the time of publication.
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