The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) has suspended Peter Albert Ayiro, a teacher at Alliance Girls High School, following serious allegations of sexual abuse involving students, sparking widespread public outrage and national concern over student safety in Kenyan schools.
The 30-day suspension, which took effect on July 15, 2025, comes as authorities initiate deeper investigations into Ayiro’s conduct. The teacher, who also served as the school’s Christian Union patron, is accused of systematically grooming female students under the guise of religious mentorship, even inviting some to his school residence.
In a statement to the media, Basic Education Principal Secretary Julius Bitok confirmed that the Ministry of Education, in partnership with TSC and law enforcement agencies, is working to facilitate Ayiro’s interdiction and arrest.
“The government maintains a zero-tolerance policy on any form of inappropriate teacher‑student relationships,” said PS Bitok, adding that those found culpable will face the full force of the law.
The scandal was brought to light by a powerful exposé by Africa Uncensored, which included testimonies from victims and allegations of repeated abuse masked as religious mentorship. The investigation painted a harrowing picture of manipulation and neglect within one of Kenya’s most prestigious girls’ schools.
In response to the revelations, former students (alumnae) staged a peaceful protest outside the school’s gates on July 10, demanding immediate action, transparency, and justice for affected learners. Protesters called for Ayiro’s suspension and the establishment of safer spaces within school environments.
Prominent legal advocacy group FIDA-Kenya (Federation of Women Lawyers) also condemned the incident, urging TSC and the Ministry to hold the school’s administration accountable for allegedly failing to protect its students.
“We demand systemic reforms in Kenya’s education sector to prevent future occurrences of sexual and gender-based violence,” said FIDA in a public statement.
The organization further called for comprehensive training for teachers, clear reporting mechanisms, and regular audits in schools to ensure student welfare is prioritized.
This incident adds to a growing list of sexual misconduct claims in Kenyan learning institutions, highlighting the urgent need for reform and policy enforcement.
