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Jinja Headteacher Under Police Custody Over Defilement

By Nanteza Ruth Walusimbi

 

JINJA

 

The Headteacher Kiko Primary School in Busede Sub County, Jinja district was on Tuesday 3rd October 2026 arrested over defilement.

 

The head teacher identified as Ronald Kaweesa, 44 is alleged to have committed the offence in early October 2026 in Buwuma East village, Butagaya Sub County, Jinja district.

 

The victim is a senior three student aged 16 and her father also faces arrest as well following purported reports of him leading the negotiating team intended to seek financial compensation with the suspect.

 

Kiira Regional CID officer, D/SSP Daniel Batte stated that a child’s safety, dignity and right to justice takes precedence against all other interests like money and family reputation or relations.

 

The Kiira Regional Child and Family office led by SP Agnes Nampijja also continues to prioritize the UN principle of child’s welfare and justice and by the time of publishing this story, the victim was getting medical attention and psychological support as well.

 

According to Kiira Regional police Spokesperson, SP James Mubi, the RPC Kiira SSP Charles Nsaba called upon directors, Headteachers and school administrators of schools and institutions of higher learning to prioritize institutional accountability and ensuring safe learning environment for all learners.

 

He also cautioned parents to remain vigilant and instill discipline in their children.

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