A devastating road crash along the Kampala–Masaka Highway has left 14 people dead after a taxi collided with a Sino truck in Lwera Swamp, Kalungu District. The tragedy has renewed concerns over the rising number of fatal accidents on one of Uganda’s busiest roads.The accident happened on Monday night, August 3, 2026, at around 11:00pm near Kamunga Trading Centre. Police said the crash involved a Toyota Hiace taxi registration number UA 662AQ and a Sino truck registration number UBS 040F that was carrying sand.According to police, all the 14 victims who died were passengers travelling in the taxi and were pronounced dead at the scene due to the impact of the collision.
Four other people survived with injuries and were rushed to Masaka Regional Referral Hospital for treatment.Two of the injured victims were occupants of the taxi, while the other two were from the truck. Medical teams are attending to the survivors as police continue gathering information about the circumstances surrounding the crash.Investigations have been launched to establish the cause of the deadly collision, with officers examining the scene and collecting evidence. Police have also started a manhunt for the truck driver, who reportedly fled shortly after the accident.The Lwera Swamp section of the Kampala–Masaka Highway has repeatedly been linked to serious road crashes, with authorities warning motorists about speeding, reckless driving, dangerous overtaking and failure to observe traffic regulations.
Police have urged all road users to exercise maximum caution, especially during night journeys, and to prioritize safety by following traffic rules. Authorities say more details, including the identities of the deceased and findings from investigations, will be released as the inquiry continues.The accident has left families mourning their loved ones and once again highlighted the urgent need for stronger road safety measures to reduce deaths on Uganda’s highways.(For adverts, inquiries news, send us a message on +211929244599)
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