The US has condemned the violence that gripped Uganda’s capital, Kampala, and other major towns following Wednesday’s arrest of presidential candidate Robert Kyagulanyi, known as musician Bobi Wine.
Bobi Wine was arrested during an election rally in the eastern district of Luuka after being accused of violating coronavirus guidelines set by the electoral commission.
“The United States deplores the violence that has claimed multiple lives today, and we extend our sympathy to the victims’ families and loved ones. We urge all parties to renounce violence, undertake good-faith measures to reduce tensions, and respect fundamental freedoms.,” reads the Tweet from the US Mission in Uganda.
In the Kampala riots yesterday 3 people were declared dead and over 30 were injured.
“It is unfortunate that three innocent lives have been lost as a result of the violent fracas in the city. These include; Mwanje Sandi, a 35-year-old male adult of Katwe, Juma Sendagire, a 27-year-old male adult of Lusanja Kitezi and Amasi from Kubbiri. We do extend our sympathies to their families. The cause of death will be revealed after conducting post mortem examination,” said the police spokesperson Fred Enanga.
He added that; “A total of 34 people sustained injuries during the violent confrontations and were rushed to Mulago National Referral hospital for further medical attention.”