Tragic Highway Collision in Uganda Claims 63 Lives

A devastating highway accident in western Uganda involving two buses and two other vehicles resulted in at least 63 deaths, marking one of the country's deadliest recent incidents. The crash occurred during dangerous overtaking maneuvers near Kiryandongo, underscoring the perilous conditions of East African roads.

In a tragic incident on a western Uganda highway, two buses and two other vehicles collided early Wednesday, leaving at least 63 dead, police report. This crash, one of the deadliest in Uganda's recent history, occurred near the town of Kiryandongo.

The accident unfolded during the night hours as both bus drivers attempted overtaking maneuvers in opposite directions. The head-on collision underscores the perilous nature of Uganda's narrow roads, often blamed for such fatal accidents due to speeding.

According to police, reckless overtaking and excessive speed contribute significantly to the rising number of road crashes in Uganda. Authorities urge motorists to exercise extreme caution to prevent further tragedies.