news 31 March 2026 Daily Monitor (Uganda)
Rising Student Suicides in Uganda: Urgent Call for Parents and Schools to Spot Warning Signs
Uganda faces a deepening mental health crisis among students, with experts urging parents and schools to recognize and act on early suicide warning signs following recent learner deaths. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/student-suicides-rise-why-parents-and-schools-must-act-on-early-warning-signs--5409266
Uganda is witnessing an alarming increase in student suicides, prompting experts to highlight a severe mental health crisis affecting learners.
Recent cases of student deaths have underscored the urgency of the situation, with calls for immediate intervention.
Parents and schools are being urged to pay close attention to early warning signs such as sudden withdrawal, academic struggles, or expressions of hopelessness.
Educators and families must collaborate to provide support, counseling, and open discussions to prevent tragedies.
This story is based on a report from Daily Monitor (Uganda), published on March 31, 2026.