Uganda bus accident kills 20 primary school students and one adult near Kampala
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A tragic bus accident in eastern Uganda on Thursday evening resulted in the deaths of 20 primary school students and one adult. The Ugandan Police announced the incident on Friday, July 17. The bus, belonging to King-David Primary School in Ndejje, a suburb of Kampala, was returning from an excursion to Sipi Falls in the Kapchorwa district. Police reported that the driver apparently lost control of the vehicle, causing it to leave the road, hit a large stone, and overturn. In addition to the fatalities, three adults and several children were injured. The accident occurred around 8 PM GMT as the bus was heading back to the capital. Emergency services responded immediately, and the injured were transported to local health facilities. Investigations are currently underway to determine the exact circumstances of the tragedy.
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