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Two killed as rival supporters block Kampala–Gulu Highway in Katikamu North, Luweero

Protest & Civil Unrest Verified Luweero 15 Jan 2026 Severity: 4/5

According to the Daily Monitor, supporters of NUP's Denis Ssekabira and NRM's Gadhafi Nasur in Katikamu North clashed over the handling of ballot papers, blocked the Kampala–Gulu Highway and threw stones. Police and military fired tear gas and shots into the air, and witnesses said the running battles lasted over an hour. Savannah Region police spokesperson Sam Twineamazima said two people were killed.

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2 killed

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