A respected teacher at Kenya’s elite Alliance Girls High School is accused of Misconduct and Grooming students over decades. The allegations, unveiled in a four‑year investigation by African Uncensored, raise urgent questions about institutional oversight and accountability.
The investigation focuses on Peter Ayiro, who taught history and German and served as patron of the Christian Union and drama club for more than 20 years. Multiple former students and staff describe a pattern of undue closeness, special privileges and a spiritual persona that blurred the professional divide between teacher and pupil.
One former student recalled being praised as “spiritually chosen” and encouraged in secluded conversations that intensified into private meetings. The emotional influence he wielded was tied to his long standing role in the school’s religious life and his father’s evangelical ministry.
Several said Ayiro continued contact with girls even after they left school. He even ended up marrying a former student. Some encounters allegedly turned sexual once the students had reached 18. One former pupil described how what was meant as a “walk” during COVID‑19 lock down ended in a sexual encounter at his house on campus. Another was invited to stay overnight under the guise of mentorship, an evening that also turned intimate shortly after she turned 18.
Despite early warnings submitted in 2018 and again in 2021 by staff, these concerns were reportedly ignored. A former chaplain says her attempt to escalate the issue was dismissed by school leaders.
Quotes & Context
Allegations of long-standing sexual misconduct at Alliance Girls High School have resurfaced with renewed urgency after years of whispered concerns. Former students are speaking out, recalling troubling incidents involving teacher Peter Ayiro, who is accused of exploiting his position by grooming and emotionally manipulating students.
Users at X(Twitter) are opening up about their experiences with male teachers in Kenyan girls High School. One user recounts being summoned to teachers’ quarters at night or enduring inappropriate behavior during class. She shared how her refusal to tolerate such misconduct got her labelled “difficult,” a label she now believes may have shielded her from further harm. Others are calling out what they describe as a culture of silence, where boundary violations were known yet ignored. “There is a systemic and institutional failure to protect minors,” one user said.
Critics argue the school administration was aware of Ayiro’s conduct and chose to do nothing. As the investigation goes public after years of legal delay, calls are growing louder for accountability not just for the alleged abuser, but for the system that enabled him.
Institutional Response & Court Ruling
Court records show Ayiro identifying himself as “IKR” sought a legal injunction to block the report. In July 2025, Milimani magistrate Becky Mulemia Cheloti dismissed the request, finding no evidence of falsity or malice in the investigation. Rather, the court affirmed the public interest in protecting children outweighed any temporary discomfort to his reputation.
Silence and Denial
No criminal charges or formal professional sanctions have been issued at present. Neither Ayiro nor Alliance Girls High School has issued a public statement responding directly to the allegations. Ayiro has denied engaging in intimate hugging or inappropriate relationships even though multiple former students describe such conduct.
“Protect the Girls, not the Predators” Protest
Alumni of Alliance Girls High School staged a peaceful protest after the “The Teacher and the System” report by African Uncensored was made about Peter Ayiro a veteran teacher had sexually assaulted pupils for over decades. Police were deployed yesterday to ensure peace and order during the protests.
FIDA‑Kenya, the Federation of Women Lawyers, has demanded swift action against the school and the purported perpetrator, teacher Peter Ayiro, who served as the Christian Union patron. The protesters described the allegations as deeply disturbing and part of a broader pattern of abuse.
In response, Education Principal Secretary Julius Bitok announced that Ayiro faces interdiction and possible arrest, with involvement from the Teachers Service Commission and police. “That teacher is going to be punished. We have talked to TSC to ensure that he is arrested,” said Bitok at an event in Nandi County.
FIDA‑Kenya’s chair, Christine Kungu, said the survivors showed “tremendous courage” by speaking up. She warned the situation points to institutional failure: “schools and officials collectively ignored warnings,” she said, “allowing misconduct to persist.”
Alongside the protest, FIDA‑Kenya demanded an urgent investigation by the school board and Ministry of Education. They pushed for clear gender-based violence policies, mandatory training for teachers and confidential reporting channels for students. Legal and psycho social support is being offered to survivors.
Why It Matters
At a school known for discipline and moral instruction, these revelations cast doubt on a system that entrusted a spiritual mentor with unchecked power. The story reveals how charisma, religious standing and institutional protection can suppress concerns. It calls into question how elite schools monitor authority figures and whether internal processes truly safeguard students.
This story is one of many that have been reported in Kenyan Girls High Schools. Women are opening up now that they feel safe and heard about their experiences with male teachers during their time in school from Primary to University.
Conclusion
The report, titled “The Teacher and the System,” presents allegations gathered from dozens of testimonies, correspondence and in-depth interviews. It points to broader failures in school governance, religious influence and professional accountability. With the court ruling allowing publication, public scrutiny and calls for action remain active.
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