The Jinja Road Division Police, is actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the deaths of four pupils of Ta’aliim Primary School and Quran Memorisation Centre in Kikulu Zone, Kikaaya Parish, Kawempe Division, Kampala District.
The Kampala Metropolitan Police spokesperson kawala Racheal, has said that preliminary investigations indicate that on Tuesday November 10th, 2026, at around 2pm, four female pupils reportedly died under circumstances suspected to be related to poisoning.
“Three of the children reportedly died at their respective homes, while the fourth passed away at Kasangati Hospital” she said.
Kawala revealed the deceased as 11 year old Nakitende Mariam, who was in P.4, Kiruta Rwahim aged 11, in P5, Nasuna Nusufa aged 11 who was in P.4 and nine year old Nabeta Failuzi, who was in P.3 and reportedly died at Kasangati Hospital.
“Postmortem examinations will be conducted to establish the exact cause of death and provide further medical findings” she said.
Kawala said Police investigations are ongoing to establish the circumstances surrounding the tragic deaths and determine whether poisoning was involved, noting that further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
“We extend their heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families, relatives and the school community during this difficult time” she said.
