Nairobi, Jan. 28 -- Hundreds of learners from five public schools in Ndhiwa Sub-County of Homa Bay County did not report to their learning institutions on Tuesday after floods swept away a bridge connecting various villages in Kabuoch.
The destruction of Riana Bridge also paralysed business activities in several areas.
Affected learners are from Okota, Luanda, Ndira and Mariri primary schools and Luanda Secondary School.
Some teachers who attempted crossing the swollen river on their motorcycles lost them after they were swept away.
The bridge developed cracks before part of it collapsed on Monday night owing to heavy rains pounding the area.
Teachers and pupils had to go back home on Tuesday morning. At least three motorcycles belongi...