Kampala, Uganda – (African Boulevard News) – On June 18, militants attacked a school in western Uganda near the border with the Democratic Republic of Congo, killing dozens of students. The affected families were left grieving as they buried their loved ones on Sunday.
The school attack happened in Kasese district, a region known for its frequent attacks by militants. The assailants killed over 40 students and injured several others. The Ugandan government has condemned the attack and promised to bring the perpetrators to justice.
The families of the deceased students have been left grappling with the trauma of the attack and the grief of losing their loved ones. At the burial ceremony on Sunday, many mourners were in tears as they paid their last respects to the deceased. The attack has deeply affected the community, leaving them in shock and disbelief.
According to local reports and sources, the attackers were suspected to be from the Allied Democratic Forces (ADF), a militant group that operates in the region. The ADF has been known to carry out attacks on civilians and military targets in the area. The Ugandan government has been fighting the group for years, but their attacks have continued to escalate.
The school attack has raised concerns about the safety of schools in the region. Parents fear for the safety of their children and are calling on the government to increase security measures in schools and the surrounding areas. The attack has also highlighted the need for the Ugandan government to intensify its efforts in combating the ADF and other militant groups in the country.
In a statement, President Yoweri Museveni expressed his condolences to the families of the deceased and assured them that the government would do everything possible to prevent such attacks from happening again. He also urged the local community to work closely with security forces to identify and report any suspicious activities or individuals.
The Kasese school attack is a tragic reminder of the continued threats posed by militant groups in the region. The Ugandan government must take decisive action to protect civilians and prevent such attacks in the future. The families of the deceased students will always carry the pain of the loss of their loved ones, but they must find some solace in the knowledge that the country stands with them in their grief.
