Breaking: 63 Confirmed Dead in Devastating Kiryandongo Road Crash
- Afri Careers
- Oct 22
- 2 min read
KIRYANDONGO — At least 63 people have been confirmed dead and several others injured following a horrific Kampala–Gulu Highway crash that occurred at around 12:15 a.m. today at Kitaleba Village, near Asili Farm, in Kiryandongo District.
The Kampala–Gulu Highway crash involved four vehicles:
UBF 614X, Isuzu Bus (Nile Star Coaches)
CGO 5132AB 07, Toyota Surf
UBK 647C, Tata Lorry
UAM 045V, Isuzu Bus (Planet Company)
According to preliminary police reports, the Kampala–Gulu Highway accident happened when the Nile Star bus (UBF 614X), heading from Kampala to Gulu, attempted to overtake a Tata Lorry at a dangerous bend. Simultaneously, the Planet Company bus (UAM 045V), coming from the opposite direction, was also overtaking a Toyota Surf.
The two buses collided head-on during the overtaking manoeuvres. One driver tried to swerve to avoid impact, but this led to a chain reaction, resulting in multiple vehicles overturning and mass casualties.
Police have confirmed that all 63 fatalities were occupants of the involved vehicles. Several survivors sustained serious injuries and were rushed to Kiryandongo Hospital and nearby medical centers. The bodies of the deceased have been taken to the Kiryandongo Hospital mortuary for post-mortem examination and identification.
Emergency teams and police swiftly responded to the Kampala–Gulu Highway crash, working overnight to rescue victims and clear the wreckage from the busy highway.
Speaking on behalf of the Directorate of Traffic and Road Safety, SP Michael Kananura, the Police Public Relations Officer, expressed deep sorrow over the tragic Kampala–Gulu Highway accident and called for responsible driving.
“We extend our heartfelt condolences to the families of the deceased and wish a quick recovery to the injured,” said SP Kananura. “We urge all motorists to avoid reckless and dangerous overtaking, especially at night. These behaviors continue to cause fatal crashes on our highways.”
This latest Kampala–Gulu Highway crash adds to a worrying trend of fatal accidents along this major transport corridor. Authorities have repeatedly cautioned motorists to observe speed limits, avoid overtaking at blind spots, and drive cautiously during nighttime travel.
The Uganda Police and the Ministry of Works and Transport are expected to conduct further investigations into the Kampala–Gulu Highway crash to determine the exact cause and identify preventive measures to curb similar tragedies in the future.
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