Collision on highway near Uganda’s capital kills 63 people

Al Jazeera
Al Jazeera 4M Uganda
A tragic road accident in Uganda resulted in the deaths of at least 63 people when two buses collided while overtaking. This incident highlights the dangers of reckless driving on busy highways.
Collision on highway near Uganda’s capital kills 63 people
Why it matters
On October 22, 2025, a catastrophic road accident on the Kampala-Gulu Highway in Uganda resulted in the deaths of at least 63 people. The incident occurred shortly after midnight when two buses, traveling in opposite directions, attempted to overtake a truck and a car, leading to a head-on collision. The Uganda Police Force reported that all fatalities were occupants of the involved vehicles. While the police did not provide specific details on the number of injuries, those in the truck and car were taken to Kiryandongo Hospital and other nearby medical facilities for treatment. This highway is one of the busiest in Uganda, connecting the capital city of Kampala with Gulu, the largest town in northern Uganda. Authorities have emphasized the need for motorists to exercise caution, particularly regarding dangerous overtaking maneuvers, which are a leading cause of road accidents in the country.

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