A family in Karachuonyo Constituency, Homa Bay County, is mourning the sudden death of their 17-year-old daughter, who reportedly died shortly after sitting for her Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) Chemistry examination.
The deceased, identified as Conjestina Achieng, was a Form Four candidate at Alaru Central Secondary School in Rachuonyo West Sub-County.
According to reports, Achieng developed severe chest pains yesterday evening shortly after completing her Chemistry paper.
She was subsequently rushed to a private health facility for medical attention but was pronounced dead upon arrival.
Her sudden death has plunged her family and the school community into mourning, coming at a critical moment when thousands of candidates across the country are undertaking their KCSE examinations.
The circumstances surrounding the cause of her death remain unclear.
