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Uganda government confirms three Ugandans killed in xenophobic attacks in South Africa

International Relations Verified Uganda (national) 3 Jul 2026 Severity: 4/5

Acting Foreign Affairs Minister Haruna Kyeyune Kasolo confirmed that three Ugandans had died in ongoing xenophobic attacks in South Africa, one in KwaZulu-Natal and one while fleeing a gang in Cape Town, according to ChimpReports. He said the government is working to repatriate the bodies and support the families.

A national event, not tied to one district.

Numbers

3 killed

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