Fuel Truck Explosion Near Kampala Claims 11 Lives

The tragedy highlights ongoing risks of fuel tanker accidents in East Africa, with many victims attempting to collect leaking fuel.

The explosion occurred after a fuel truck overturned near a highway outside Uganda's capital, Kampala.
Among the 11 deceased were two children, with victims burned beyond recognition, according to police reports.
Eyewitness footage showed people gathering to collect leaking fuel from the overturned truck before it exploded.
This incident mirrors a recent tragedy in Nigeria where over 140 people died under similar circumstances.
Authorities continue to warn against the dangers of collecting fuel from accident sites, a recurring issue in the region.