MOTHER OF THREE COMMITS SUICIDE IN KASESE

By Isaac Mumbere

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In Kasese—

Police in Kasese are investigating circumstances that caused a 28-year-old woman to commit suicide at KCCL water canal in Kifumbira cell, Kisuju ward, Mubuku town council

Sylivia Nyakisiki, a mother of three, took her own life by drowning in the KCCL water canal and she is a third to commit suicide at the canal since this year started.

According to Stephen Bagonza, the LC I chairperson of Kigando cell, Nyakisiki recently underwent health tests at a local facility, which revealed unexpected results which may have caused her significant stress, leading to her tragic decision.

Julius Sunday, Nyakisiki’s uncle, expressed his family’s grief, having lost two loved ones to the water channel appealing to KCCL and the government to work together to find a solution to the recurring problem.

Joseph Nyamutale, the LCIII chairperson, who arrived at the scene shortly after the incident, attributed Nyakisiki’s suicide to her fear of impending death due to her illness, emphasizing the importance of understanding that diseases have stages and encouraged the public to seek help early.

Nyamutale also urged KCCL management to address the residents’ concerns about the water channel, suggesting it be covered to prevent further tragedies. He stressed the need for development that prioritizes both progress and human life.

In response to the incident, Police Spokesperson SP Tumushime Nelson for East Rwenzori said, “We are deeply saddened by this tragic event. Our thoughts are with the family and loved ones of Nyakisiki Sylvia. We will work closely with the community and KCCL to identify measures to prevent such incidents in the future.”

The police have begun investigating the circumstances surrounding Nyakisiki’s death, and KCCL has been urged to take immediate action to ensure the safety of the community.