Several university students are feared dead following a tragic road accident along the Awasi–Ahero highway. Preliminary reports indicate the bus was transporting students to Kisumu for the burial of former Technical University of Mombasa student leader Elvis Otieno alias Beast. Witnesses state the bus lost control and overturned, leaving multiple injuries. In a statement, Siaya Governor James Orengo has termed the incident devastating, offering heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families.