KCSE Candidate Dies of Epilepsy Complications in Bomet

A 18-year-old Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) candidate has passed away in Konoin, Bomet County, following a tragic medical incident linked to a pre-existing health condition.

​The candidate was discovered unresponsive in his bed on Thursday morning by his parents, who immediately sought assistance. He was subsequently pronounced dead shortly thereafter.

​Confirming the incident, Bomet County Police Commander Mohammed Godana stated that preliminary investigations indicate the student suffered an epileptic seizure while alone in his room overnight.

​”The young man had a documented history of epilepsy,” Commander Godana confirmed. “It is suspected that he suffered a fatal seizure during the night when no one was around to offer immediate assistance.”

The news has cast a sad shadow over the local community and school fraternity as candidates across the country sit for the ongoing national examinations. Local authorities have sent their condolences to the family, and police have commenced standard administrative procedures following the incident.