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Group attacks Bukura-Bwire Polling Station in Kaliro, injuring three and seizing ballot papers

Violence & Conflict Verified Kaliro 22 Jan 2026 Severity: 3/5

Nearly 20 people attacked Bukura-Bwire Polling Station in Namugongo Sub-county, injuring three people including a polling assistant. Kaliro's Assistant Resident District Commissioner confirmed the attack, saying the assailants seized and marked ballot papers before fleeing; security was reinforced and fresh ballots issued.

Numbers

3 injured

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