A Grade 11 pupil at Katuta Secondary School in Lupososhi has committed suicide after being accused of impregnating a fellow pupil.
Chief Katuta, who confirmed the incident, said Blessing Simponzya, 24, committed suicide on Monday night by hanging himself.
Lupososhi district education board secretary (DEBS) Mwape Chikuma said he is yet to compile a full report on the incident.
Chief Katuta, who expressed sadness at the death, said more needs to be done to ensure pupils are encouraged to refrain from engaging themselves in illicit activities.
He said teachers need to encourage pupils to stay away from sexual relationships and instead concentrate on education.
Chief Katuta has also called on Government to quickly complete the construction of the boarding school.
He said the completion of the school will enable teachers to control the conduct of pupils as they will be encircled.
Zambia Daily Mial
