A devastating road accident on one of Uganda’s busiest highways has resulted in the deaths of at least 63 people, with numerous others injured, according to police reports on Wednesday. The collision occurred just after midnight on the highway connecting the capital city of Kampala to the northern city of Gulu. Preliminary investigations indicate that the crash was caused by two buses traveling in opposite directions attempting to overtake other vehicles, including a lorry and a sport utility vehicle (SUV). The Uganda Police Force stated on X that both buses collided head-on during these overtaking maneuvers, leading to the tragic loss of all occupants from the involved vehicles. This incident highlights the ongoing challenges of road safety in the region.