KABALE, Uganda (UGNEWSLINE) – Police in Kabale have contained a students’ strike at Kigezi High School in Kabale Municipality, with eight Senior Four students detained in connection with the incident.
The strike occurred in the early hours of Wednesday, following alleged grievances related to the school administration.
According to the police, officers responded promptly after being notified by the school administration and restored calm at the school.
Police said a security deployment remains at the school to maintain law and order as investigations into the incident continue.
According to Kigezi Regional Police spokesperson, Nelson Tumushime, No fatalities have been reported, while an assessment of property damage and possible injuries is ongoing.
Police have urged students to avoid violence and use lawful channels to present their grievances. Parents have also been called upon to counsel their children and encourage peaceful ways of resolving disputes.
