A fatal accident has occurred in Rwengo District, where a bus traveling from Rukungiri to Kampala has collided with devastating force, claiming the lives of eight people. The tragic incident took place at Karegero, along the busy road, leaving the community in shock and disbelief. The bus, registered under UAL 492H, was carrying passengers when the crash happened, causing immediate chaos and panic among those onboard.
Eyewitnesses have reported that the bus suddenly lost control and veered off the road before crashing violently, coming to a complete stop in the middle of the highway. The impact was so severe that it left the road blocked for hours, halting all traffic in both directions. This has left many travelers stranded, including one passenger who described the scene as “chaotic” and expressed frustration over being stuck in the area. “We are stuck. We don’t have anywhere to pass now. The bus is lying in the middle of the road,” they shared.
As the emergency response teams arrived at the scene, it was confirmed that eight people had tragically died on the spot, while others were injured and rushed to nearby hospitals. The victims’ identities have not yet been disclosed, but the loss of life has deeply affected both the families of the deceased and the wider community.
The accident has raised concerns about road safety in Uganda, with many calling for stricter measures to prevent such incidents. Local authorities are now investigating the cause of the crash, and while details are still emerging, the incident serves as a reminder of the dangers that still exist on the country’s roadways.
This devastating accident has shaken not just the families involved but the entire region. The community is in mourning as they remember those lost in this tragic event, and thoughts are with the injured as they recover. The loss of so many lives at once underscores the need for continued improvements in road safety, driver awareness, and vehicle maintenance to prevent further tragedies on Uganda’s roads.
