February 21 2024- A tragic incident occurred in Jinja, where two children lost their lives in a house fire that is believed to have started from a candle left unattended by their mother, Hellen Mukyala. She had left the candle burning as she went to buy groceries. The fire is suspected to have ignited the mosquito net under which the toddlers were sleeping. The victims, burnt beyond recognition, were pronounced dead at the scene, and their remains were taken for postmortem. Mukyala, who was unconscious, was receiving treatment at a local health facility, making it challenging to ascertain the exact sequence of events. Witnesses in the neighborhood discovered the fire when it was already advanced, as Mukyala had locked her house gate before leaving. Despite efforts by the police’s fire brigade, the children could not be saved. Authorities urged parents to ensure proper supervision and safety measures when leaving children unattended.