Utumishi Girls Academy founder explains why burnt dormitory was named after his daughter
Edward Mbugua, founder of Utumishi Girls Academy, explained that a dormitory destroyed by fire was named after his late daughter, Meline Waithera. He clarified that funds from her funeral contributions were used to help build the facility.
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It provides transparency regarding the school's funding and addresses public curiosity following a tragic incident.
June 12, 2026 05:13 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Utumishi Girls Academy founder and former Deputy Inspector General of Police Edward Mbugua speaks during the requiem mass.
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