Death toll from Uganda school bus crash rises to 24
Summary
A bus carrying students and teachers in eastern Uganda crashed, killing 24 people including 23 children and one adult. The accident happened when the driver lost control and hit a large stone, overturning the bus. The Ugandan government has stopped all school trips nationwide to investigate and improve safety.Key Facts
- The bus was carrying pupils and teachers from King David Junior School returning from a trip to Sipi Falls.
- The crash took place in Chekwatit village, Kapchorwa district, eastern Uganda.
- 23 children and one adult died; the adult is believed to be the school’s founder and head.
- Several injured children were taken to Kapchorwa General Hospital, with 23 still hospitalized.
- Police said the driver lost control, causing the bus to overturn and hit a large stone.
- Uganda’s Ministry of Education and Sports ordered a halt to all school trips for safety checks.
- Police will escort school buses to improve student safety during transport.
- Uganda has a poor road safety record, with many crashes caused by bad roads, vehicle problems, and speeding.
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