Victorious School Kampala has faced criticism following the drowning death of one of its students. Kakama Kaabo Juan, the child of Juan Moses Mpumwire and Juliana Mpumwire, tragically lost his life in this incident.
It appears that the school conducts swimming programs designed to teach students how to swim. However, reports suggest that negligence played a role in this young boy’s drowning.
According to information shared by a social media user, the school authorities allowed young children to use a public swimming pool without any safety equipment.
“I am heartbroken over the loss of such a precious young life due to gross negligence by Victorious School. No parent should have to endure this kind of pain. How can you introduce toddlers to a public swimming pool without safety gear?
Ministry of @Educ_SportsUg, it is crucial to implement and enforce rigorous safety regulations for school activities, particularly those involving swimming. This negligence is intolerable and must never be repeated. Rest in peace, little one.”
Heartbroken by the demise of a precious young soul due to sheer negligence by Victorious School. No parent should endure such pain. How do you introduce toddlers to a public swimming pool with no safety wear?
Ministry of @Educ_SportsUg, please set and enforce strict safety… pic.twitter.com/VkA8aqNTxc
— Joshua Akandwanaho (@akajosh1) February 18, 2025
This incident reportedly took place at the school’s Ntinda campus, causing an uproar among social media users who expressed their outrage at this unfortunate event.
“The extent of corporate negligence in Uganda’s work culture is truly concerning! It’s pervasive across all sectors! Even healthcare!” one social media user emphasized.
“Some of these incidents feel like rituals… they seem to be sacrifices made by school leaders and other prominent figures to whatever deity they worship,” remarked another in a strange perspective.
“I personally believe that swimming should not be managed by schools. Educators in many schools are neglectful and indifferent towards the children. Parents should take their kids swimming if they wish or are able to. Rest in peace, dear child,” advised a worried user.
This is reportedly not the first occasion that schools have come under scrutiny for the preventable deaths of students. Meanwhile, little information has emerged regarding this case, but we will keep you informed.
Sorry badear rest in peace kakama