S.3 Mbale High School student Catherine found hanged at home (opens original article in a new tab)

A 16-year-old student from Mbale High School was found hanged at her home in Uganda, prompting a police investigation into the cause of death.

• The deceased, Catherine Nelima, was a senior three student at Mbale High School.
• Her mother discovered her unresponsive in their home on June 9, leading to a police investigation.
• Police are urging parents and schools to be vigilant about children's mental health.