31/10/2025
Beyond the Exam Hall: 17 Young Girls Sit Their Tests, But Who is Checking on Their Well-Being?
The image of 17 pregnant pupils sitting their KPSEA exams at a Meru hospital is a stark and heartbreaking snapshot of a deeper crisis. While we commend their incredible resilience and determination to pursue an education, we must also ask: What about their mental and emotional health?
Behind this headline are children facing immense physical, social, and psychological pressure. The stigma, the fear, and the isolation can be overwhelming.
At , we believe that addressing the rising tide of teenage pregnancy requires a dual focus:
👉 Robust prevention programs that empower our youth with knowledge and choices.
👉 Unwavering support systems that safeguard the mental well-being of the affected girls.
Their futures depend not just on exam scores, but on access to counseling, community support, and freedom from shame. Let's shift the conversation from judgment to healing and protection.
A call to action:
👉 To the community: Let's support, not shun.
👉 To policymakers: Invest in comprehensive sexual health education and youth-friendly mental health services.
👉 To everyone: Your words matter. Choose kindness.
Read the full story here: https://zurl.co/VLfcr