10-Year-Old Girl Feared Swept Away by Floodwaters in Nansana as Police Launch Search

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By Enock Katamba|Uncovered UG

Published: Monday, 9 November 2026

Police in Wakiso District have launched a search for a 10-year-old girl who went missing after being swept away by fast-moving floodwaters in Nansana during heavy Sunday afternoon rainfall.

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The incident happened at around 4pm on November 8, in Kyebando Kabulengwa Village, Nansana Division, where the young girl was reportedly playing with a friend.

According to police, the two children were near a water channel when one of them lost a slipper in the flowing water. The 10-year-old reportedly attempted to retrieve it but was overpowered by the strong current and carried away.

Kampala Metropolitan Police Deputy Public Relations Officer, ASP Luke Owoyesigyire, said the drainage channel is located about 50 metres from the child’s home and often carries dangerous volumes of water during heavy rains.

Police officers, including detectives, homicide investigators and forensic personnel, visited the scene to establish what happened. Witnesses were also questioned as search efforts continued in the surrounding areas.

Floodwaters flowing through a drainage channel in Nansana, Wakiso District. — **Kampala Metropolitan Police Deputy Public Relations Officer, ASP Luke Owoyesigyire**

Police Recover Harrier Carrying Two Cows

In another incident in Nansana, police recovered a suspected stolen Toyota Harrier carrying two Friesian cows after its occupants allegedly abandoned the vehicle and escaped.

The white Toyota Harrier, registration number UAU 758N, was found at Gganda Nasere Village in Kyebando Parish at approximately 5:40am on November 8.

Preliminary investigations indicate that the occupants had allegedly attempted to divert towards an abattoir before abandoning the vehicle and fleeing.

The two recovered animals included a large black cow without horns and a medium-sized black-and-white cow with short horns.

Officers also found a panga and a metal cutter inside the vehicle. Police forensic experts examined the scene and recorded statements from witnesses as investigations continued to identify those responsible.

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Missing Baby Recovered in Kampala

Meanwhile, police have safely recovered a 10-month-old baby boy who was allegedly taken by a housemaid in Konge, Makindye Division, Kampala.

The incident was reported on November 4 after the child’s mother discovered that a newly recruited housemaid had disappeared with the infant after working for the family for only a few days.

Owoyesigyire said intelligence-led investigations and cooperation between different police units resulted in the arrest of the main suspect and the safe recovery of the baby.

Two other people had earlier been arrested to assist with investigations.

A heartbreaking incident in Nansana. A 10-year-old girl is feared swept away by fast-moving floodwaters after reportedly trying to retrieve a slipper from a drainage channel.

Police have launched a search as they warn parents to keep children away from flooded areas.

Police confirmed that the infant was safe and that the principal suspect remained in custody as inquiries continued.

Police Warn Residents Over Flooded Drainage Channels

Following the incidents, Kampala Metropolitan Police urged residents to remain alert and report suspicious activities to the nearest police station.

Police also warned parents and guardians to keep children away from open drainage channels and flooded areas, particularly during heavy rainfall.

Fast-flowing stormwater can quickly become dangerous, even in areas close to residential homes.

Investigations into the three incidents are ongoing.

written by @enock katamba

enock katamba

Enock Katamba is a Ugandan Journalist and Founder of Uncovered UG, an independent digital news platform covering Uganda and international developments. He reports on politics, national affairs, entertainment, sports, business, education and other stories of public interest.