Assault Prompts Call for Teacher Mental Health Checks in Kenya

A Kenyan father is calling for mandatory mental health checks for teachers after his daughter was assaulted by one. The incident occurred at [School Name, if available], leaving the girl injured. The father, [Father's Name, if available], stated, "A teacher assaulted my daughter in the name of school punishment. He refused to apologize." He further explained that the teacher refused to meet with the Deputy Head Teacher because the Deputy Head Teacher lacked a degree. The video has sparked debate about the importance of teacher well-being and the need for better screening processes to ensure student safety. The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) has yet to respond to the father's plea for change. This case highlights the urgent need for a comprehensive system to address the mental health of teachers and protect students.