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Another case of suspected ritual killing in Uganda, not the first one reported here, to put it mildly. And yet again parents seem to have been involved though we have to be careful with our judgments. No one is guilty unless found guilty by an independent court in a public, fair, and transparent trial.

That being said I’m afraid that it won’t be the last time I a report here a case of suspected or proven ritualistic killing: murder for ritualistic purposes, believing in the supernatural powers of magic or witchcraft, and with the intention to became rich or richer, famous or more famous. The right to live – of the innocent victim – is being sacrificed for the wellbeing of the perpetrator or the person who order the killing.

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Police Arrest Mother, Neighbor Over Suspected Ritual Killing of 14-Year-Old in Luwero

Sam Twiineamazima, the Savannah Regional Police Spokesperson, explained that on the day of the incident, Lule led the boy to a hilltop in the village known for spiritual rituals, allegedly on instructions from Muntu’s father, identified only as Kalyango Konooweka.

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Published: March 3, 2026
By: Brian Luwaga, Bureau Chief – Uganda Radio Network

Source: Police Arrest Mother, Neighbor Over Suspected Ritual Killing of 14-Year-Old in Luwero

Police probe suspected ritual killing of 14-year-old boy in Luweero

Published: March 3, 2026
By: Conslata Taaka – Nile Post

Police in Luweero District are investigating the suspected ritual killing of a 14-year-old boy in Bugabo Village, Mabuye Parish, Kamira Sub-county.

According to Savannah Regional Police spokesperson ASP Sam Twiineamazima, the victim, a pupil at Domasco Primary School, was allegedly taken to a hilltop shrine by a man identified as Godfrey Lule, also known as Kutesa, reportedly on the instructions of the boy’s father, Kalyango, also known as Konoweka.

“It is alleged that the suspect took the victim to a hill where spiritual rituals are reportedly conducted. They shared a meal and later slept at the altar,” Twiineamazima said.

Police reports indicate that at around 6am, the suspect allegedly attacked the minor with a panga, inflicting a fatal cut to the left side of his neck.

“The suspect attempted to flee after committing the offence but was arrested following an alarm raised by the mother of the deceased,” Twiineamazima added.

The victim’s mother, Christine Nabuuma, also known as Mumbejja, has also been arrested to assist with ongoing investigations.

Police said officers responded to the scene, secured and documented it, and recovered several exhibits believed to be relevant to the case. The body was conveyed to Luweero Hospital mortuary for a postmortem examination.

“We recovered key exhibits including the suspected murder weapon, blood samples and clothing believed to have been stained with blood. Investigations are ongoing to establish the exact motive and whether there was any ritual involvement,” Twiineamazima stated.

Authorities say detectives are continuing with inquiries to piece together the circumstances surrounding the incident. The suspects remain in custody as investigations proceed.

Source: Police Probe Suspected Ritual Killing of 14-Year-Old Boy in Luweero

14-year-old boy killed in suspected ritual sacrifice in Luwero