Residents of Kampala are in shock following a tragic attack at a daycare centre in the Ggaba area, where a man reportedly stormed the facility and killed an unspecified number of children.
The incident, which has sent موجes of grief and fear through the community, occurred earlier today under circumstances that remain unclear. Witnesses say the attacker forced his way into the daycare centre and carried out a violent assault on the children before fleeing or being subdued—details that authorities are still working to confirm.
The Inspector General of Police, Abbas Byakagaba, has since pitched camp in Ggaba to oversee investigations and coordinate the police response. He urged residents to remain calm as security agencies work to establish the facts surrounding the attack.
“We call upon the public to stay calm and allow police to conduct thorough investigations into this tragic,” Byakagaba said, adding that more information will be shared once verified.
Police have cordoned off the daycare centre and surrounding areas as forensic teams begin examining the scene. Authorities are also interviewing witnesses and staff members to piece together what led to the attack and determine whether there were any warning signs prior to the incident.
While the exact number of victims has not yet been officially confirmed, emergency responders were seen transporting injured individuals to nearby health facilities. Families have gathered anxiously at hospitals and the scene, seeking information about their children and loved ones.
Community leaders in Ggaba have called for increased security around schools and childcare facilities, emphasizing the need for stronger protective measures to safeguard children.
This incident adds to growing concerns over public safety in urban areas, with residents urging authorities to act swiftly and decisively to prevent similar tragedies.
Police have promised to provide regular updates as the investigation progresses and have appealed to anyone with information to come forward.
As Kampala mourns, the nation awaits answers about what led to this devastating attack and how such a tragedy can be prevented in the future.
