In brief
In a devastating incident on the Kampala-Gulu Highway, 63 people lost their lives when two buses collided while overtaking other vehicles. The crash led to a chain reaction affecting multiple vehicles, prompting calls for improved road safety measures.
Police in Uganda confirmed that 63 individuals died following a catastrophic highway accident early Wednesday morning. The collision involved two buses traveling in opposite directions that 'met head on' as they attempted to overtake a car and a lorry on the Kampala-Gulu Highway at approximately 00:15 local time (21:15 GMT). According to reports, one bus swerved to avoid a crash, leading to a terrifying chain of events that caused several vehicles to lose control and overturn. Many others were injured in the calamity, and those affected were promptly transported to a hospital in Kiryandongo, where they are receiving medical attention.In the wake of this tragedy, Ugandan police have issued warnings regarding the dangers of reckless overtaking, a leading cause of road accidents in the country. The investigation into the incident is ongoing as officials strive to uncover further details surrounding this disaster. This breaking news is still developing, and more information will be made available as it unfolds.
