Uganda school bus crash kills 20 children and 1 adult
Summary
A bus carrying schoolchildren in eastern Uganda crashed on Thursday night, killing 20 children and one adult. The government has suspended all school trips after the accident, which also injured several others.Key Facts
- The crash happened near Chekwatit village in the Kapchorwa district of eastern Uganda.
- The bus was returning to Kampala after a school trip to Sipi Falls.
- The bus belonged to King David Junior School.
- The driver lost control, hit a large stone, and the bus overturned.
- One adult, believed to be the school’s founder and head, died in the crash.
- More than 28 children were injured, with nine in critical condition.
- Residents helped rescue victims before official rescue teams arrived.
- Uganda frequently experiences deadly road crashes due to speeding, poor vehicle maintenance, and bad road conditions.
- The government suspended all school trips until further notice following this accident.
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