By At least nine people have been confirmed dead and three others seriously injured following a tragic road crash on the Kapchorwa–Mbale highway on Wednesday afternoon.
According to the directorate of traffic and road safety spokesperson SP Micheal Kananura, the fatal incident occurred at approximately 12:40 p.m. at Kapwachiti in Kapchorwa district.
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Preliminary findings suggest that the driver of a truck, which was transporting both cattle and passengers, lost control while descending a slope after the vehicle reportedly suffered brake failure. The truck overturned, killing nine of the passengers instantly and injuring three others.
In a statement issued shortly after the crash, traffic police spokesperson SP Kananura confirmed the casualties and cautioned truck drivers against dangerous practices that continue to claim lives on ugandan roads.
“The victims were all riding on the said vehicle,” Kananura stated. “We urge all truck drivers to strictly adhere to safety regulations and desist from transporting passengers on top of cargo.”
He emphasized that such practices not only breach traffic laws but also expose passengers to fatal risks, especially on Uganda’s hilly terrain and poorly maintained roads.
Emergency services rushed to the scene and transported the injured to a nearby medical facility for treatment. The identities of the deceased have not yet been made public, as authorities continue to notify their families.
Kananura called on transporters, especially in rural areas, to prioritize human life over convenience or profit. “Let’s commit to safety. These tragedies are preventable,” he said.
The incident adds to the growing concern over road safety in Uganda, Early this week on Monday, A bus belonging to YY Coaches Company travelling to Mbale also crashed instantly killing 3 and injured over 30 people
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According to the 2024 Annual Traffic Report by the Uganda Police Force, a total of 22,378 road crashes were registered across the country last year. Out of these, 3,901 were fatal, claiming 4,806 lives, while 12,487 people sustained serious injuries. Human error, including reckless driving, speeding, and driving under the influence, remains the leading cause of accidents, accounting for over 80% of all road crashes recorded
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