Police at Kira Road Division are investigating the circumstances surrounding the deaths of four pupils from Ta’aliim Primary School and Quran Memorisation Centre in Kikulu Zone, Kawempe Division, Kampala city
The deceased have been identified as Mariam Nakitende, 11, a Primary Four (P.4) pupil; Rwahim Kiruuta, 11, a Primary Five (P.5) pupil; Nusifah Nassuna , 11, a Primary Four (P.4) pupil; and Failuzi Nabeta 9, a Primary Three (P.3) pupil.
According to Kampala Metropolitan Police Spokesperson Racheal Kawala, preliminary findings indicate that the four female pupils reportedly died on November 10, 2026, at around 2:00 p.m., 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.
Kawala said postmortem examinations will be conducted to establish the exact cause of death and provide further medical findings.
“Police investigations are ongoing to establish the circumstances surrounding the tragic deaths and determine whether poisoning was involved. Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available,” Kawala said.
Police have urged the public to remain calm as investigations continue, with authorities expected to provide further details once the necessary examinations and inquiries have been completed.
