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River Nile Accident: Police Recover Girl’s Body At Bujjagali Falls

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Authorities searching for victims of a boat accident that occurred on Sunday evening at Kiira Dam have recovered the body of five-year-old Amira Alwi at Bujagali Falls. 

Police in Jinja City on Monday confirmed the death of Ms Shakira Kaweesi, who was buried on Monday in Isingiro district.

 The deceased’s husband Hassan Alwi and nine-year-old son Jafalu Alwi survived fortunately survived the incident.

Kiira region police spokesperson, Mr Abbey Ngako, said the girl’s body was discovered after they intensified their search around the Bujagali area.

However, the lone boater who had come to rescue the drowning family remains missing.

The father and 9 year remain in shock and have decided to sty private about the whole accident.

The body of the 5 year old will be transported to Isingiro where she will be laid to rest.

May her soul Rest in Peace.

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