Deadly Highway Collision Claims 63 Lives in Uganda

A tragic road accident involving multiple vehicles has claimed at least 63 lives on a highway in western Uganda. The collision occurred when a bus driver attempted to overtake a lorry, leading to a head-on crash. These incidents are common in Uganda due to narrow roads and speeding.

At least 63 people lost their lives in a tragic accident involving multiple vehicles on a highway in western Uganda, police reported on Wednesday.

The catastrophic collision took place shortly after midnight local time along the highway leading to Gulu, a prominent city in the northern region of Uganda.

Police disclosed that four vehicles, including two buses, were involved in the crash. It began when a bus driver attempted to overtake another vehicle and collided head-on with a lorry. Such fatal road accidents are frequent in Uganda, often attributed to narrow roads and drivers exceeding speed limits.

(With inputs from agencies.)