14 die instantly after fatal crash on Kampala-Masaka highway
This latest crash brings the number of those killed on Ugandan roads across the country in less than 30 days to more than fifty five.
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This latest crash brings the number of those killed on Ugandan roads across the country in less than 30 days to more than fifty five.
Airtel Uganda Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Soumendra Sahu, emphasised the importance of individual responsibility in preventing road crashes.
This is another fatal road traffic crash in less than fourteen days on Ugandan roads following the first deadliest in Bobi town council, Omoro district, on July 7.
General Felix Busizoori, 4th Division Army commander, urged some bus owners to be responsible people.
North Kyoga PRO SP Jimmy Patrick Okema said the collision occurred at Rainbow along the Lira–Aduku highway when the bus driver joined the highway,
The RTO’s remarks come as road users, who have previously petitioned authorities, express growing frustration.
By the time of the incident, both police and residents were still unable to clearly identify the driver.
The police described the incident “as very unfortunate” – conveying their condolences to the bereaved families.
Efforts are ongoing to identify, trace, and arrest the driver to assist with the ongoing investigations, police spokesperson, Rusoke Kituuma, said in a statement.
ASP Hakiza urged drivers to respect traffic rules and regulations and to avoid drinking while on the road.
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Uganda loses 14 people daily to road crashes, according to police annual crime report released last year.
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