A global coach bus driver, Reg. no. UBB 985M travelling from Masaka to Mbarara lost control at Kyekurura after Kinoni and swerved off the road injuring many passengers. The incident happened at about 11:00am on Monday morning.

“On August 28th, 2023 at around 11:00am, a serious accident occured along the Kampala-Mbarara Road. The incident involved a Global bus with Registration number. UBB985M. The driver lost control due to slippery road conditions caused by heavy rain. The accident happened at Kyekurura, shortly after Kinoni center in Lwengo district, part of Greater Masaka, ” Twaha Kasirye – Greater Masaka Region spokesperson.

The injured persons were quickly rushed to the nearby health center as the bystanders and police were quick to respond. Ambulances also later transferred some to the Masaka Regional Referral Hospital for further medical attention.

Twaha cautioned  drivers against speeding especially on slippery roads during rainy seasons. This coms a few days after the Uganda Police Force announced an operation around the country targeting drunk drivers and those driving past the prescribed road limits.

The operation is called, “Fiku Salama Extra”, and will be carried out on Entebbe expressway, major highways and other roads in the country. This will run from next week till January next year.

Investigations on the accident for a complete report are still under way.

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