UPDF says it has stepped up patrols on Lake Edward along DRC border after Rweshama attack

Policy & Legislation Official claim Uganda (national) 9 Oct 2025 Severity: 1/5

UPDF Second Division spokesperson Kiconco Tabaro told Xinhua the army had increased patrols on Lake Edward along the border with the DRC after the 1 October attack at Rweshama. He urged residents to stay calm and cooperate with security agencies.

A national event, not tied to one district.

Official claim: These are the figures given by UPDF Second Division spokesperson Kiconco Tabaro; they could not be checked independently.

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The Independent 11 Oct 2025

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