A somber mood has descended upon Kibandama village in Kilembe sub-county, Kasese district, following the tragic death of 13-year-old Mary Kabugho in a devastating landslide. The young girl went to bed alongside five family members on Tuesday night, unaware she would not live to see the morning.  

 

Kapchorwa District, Uganda – A horrific accident occurred today at around 12:40 pm along the Kapchorwa-Mbale highway near Kapwachiti, claiming the lives of nine people and leaving three others injured. Preliminary reports indicate that the fatal crash was caused by brake failure, leading to the vehicle losing control on a slope and overturning.  
 
According to eyewitnesses and police reports, the driver was transporting both cattle and passengers on the same truck—a dangerous and illegal practice. The vehicle, which was carrying people on top of the cargo, suffered a mechanical failure as it descended a slope. The driver reportedly lost control due to brake failure, causing the truck to overturn.  

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