Simon Kasamira

Simon Kasamira

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Simon Kasamira is a teacher at Ujamaa primary school in Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo. He was in the news following a tragic fire that broke out at his school during lessons, resulting in the deaths of at least 14 children. Kasamira described the chaotic scene as students attempted to escape the flames, with some jumping from upper floors. His testimony highlights the devastating impact of the fire on the local community and the urgent need for improved safety measures in schools.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
232,021
Power
1,024$
Sentiment
6.49
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Colombia 1 7.00 0.23% +0% 50,882,884 115,381 $350,000 794$
Kenya 1 6.00 0.22% +0% 53,771,296 116,641 $106,000 230$
Totals 2 104,654,180 232,022 $456,000 1,024$
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Recent Mentions

Colombia Colombia: Simon Kasamira, a teacher at the Ujamaa primary school, described the panic among students during the fire. 7

El Tiempo: Incendio en escuela de Bukavu, República Democrática del Congo, dejó al menos 26 niños muertos y 25 heridos

Kenya Kenya: Simon Kasamira, a teacher at Ujamaa primary school, described the chaotic scene during the fire. 6

The Standard: DR Congo school fire leaves at least 14 children dead