KATAKWI: The authorities in Getom and Akoboi sub counties in Katakwi District are disappointed with parents over the increasing cases of early marriages amongst school going children.
Richard Obore, the Councilor Abela Parish in Getom Sub County says that secret marriages are being held in the area without clearance from authorities.
He highlights a case of marriage of Akoboi primary six girl that happened at the watch of public without disclosing to the authorities.
Akoboi Sub County Chief Immaculate Apio notes that most of the cases are being concealed by members of the public.
She explains that poverty remains the major risk factor luring young girls into early marriages.
Fredrick Adulai Otim, the Executive Director Foundation for Development of Children at Risk urges parents to educate their children on the dangers of premarital sex.