25/03/2026
FIVE TEACHERS ARRESTED IN SENANGA FOR ASSAULT ON A CHILD
March 25, 2026 – The Zambia Police Service in Senanga wishes to update the public on the case of Assault on a Child, earlier reported.
The matter was initially reported on March 19, 2026 at 13:22 hours and is alleged to have occurred on March 16, 2026 around 12:00 hours at Senanga Day Secondary School. The report was made by Mr. Lungowe Mooka, aged 51, of Mwanambinyi East Plots in Chief Indopu’s area, Senanga District, on behalf of his son aged 15, of the same residence.
It is alleged that the juvenile was assaulted by five known teachers at the said school, namely:
1. Kaitwa Kamona, aged 51, Headteacher
2. Febian Mushoke, aged 49, Class Teacher
3. Mubiana Milale, aged 48, Class Teacher
4. Jere Simataa, aged 36, Class Teacher
5. Masialeti Kubindwa, aged 42, Class Teacher
The victim is reported to have sustained injuries including a painful neck, pain on the left side of the ribs, backache, and general body pains. The assault is alleged to have involved the use of fists and slaps.
Police investigations have since led to the arrest and formal charging of all five suspects for the offence of Assault on a Child, contrary to Section 248A of the Penal Code of the Laws of Zambia.
The suspects have since been released on police bond and are expected to appear before court soon.
The Zambia Police Service wishes to strongly caution members of the public, particularly those entrusted with the care of children, to uphold the rights and welfare of minors at all times. Any form of violence against children is a serious offence and will be dealt with firmly in accordance with the law.
Issued by:
Rae Hamoonga
Commissioner of Police
Zambia Police Service
Western Division Police Command