Uganda: 23 Feared Dead in River Nguse Boat Accident

Author: allafrica.comPublished on: April 30, 2026Country: Uganda

Society & Lifestyle

Uganda: 23 Feared Dead in River Nguse Boat Accident

At least 23 people are feared dead following a boat accident on the River Nguse in Kagadi district. The accident occurred on Tuesday night when a canoe loaded with bags of charcoal and over 30 people capsized. Eight survivors were rescued and taken to health facilities for medical care. The victims, mainly charcoal burners and farmers, were returning from Kikuube when the accident happened.

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