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Uganda School Bus Crash Death Toll Reaches 24

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The number of people killed in a school bus crash in Uganda has risen to 24, officials said on Friday. Three more students died from their injuries, bringing the death toll to 23 students and one adult. The accident occurred earlier this week when a bus carrying schoolchildren collided with another vehicle. Twenty people died at the scene, while others were rushed to hospitals. The additional three students succumbed to their wounds in medical facilities. The driver of the bus is among the dead. Local authorities have launched an investigation into the cause of the crash. Road accidents are common in Uganda, often due to poor road conditions, speeding, and overloaded vehicles. The government has promised to improve road safety measures. The tragedy has shocked the local community, with many families mourning their loved ones. Officials are working to identify the remaining victims and inform their relatives. The school has been closed temporarily, and counseling services have been offered to students and staff. This incident highlights the ongoing challenges of road safety in the country.

Sources: Al Jazeera
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