A somber mood engulfed Kyogo Church of Uganda in Kamwezi Sub-county, Rukiga District, as mourners gathered to bid farewell to seven members of one family who lost their lives in a tragic road accident.
The victims were identified as Sayuni Turihonabwe, Bredah Ainembabazi, Ivan Niwagaba, Keisha Atuhairwe, Keron Agaba, Keith Agaba, and Kenon Masiko. The fatal accident occurred on December 27, 2025, along the Masaka–Mbarara highway when the vehicle they were traveling in collided with a truck.
The deceased were reportedly traveling to Rukiga District to attend a baptism ceremony for their children when the accident happened.
Thousands of mourners attended the burial service, which was led by the Bishop of Kigezi Diocese, Rt. Rev. Gad Akajuna.
One of the parents of the deceased described the incident as a devastating shock to the family, recounting how she received the heartbreaking news.
Amos Mwesigwa, a brother to both Ivan Niwagaba and Sayuni Turihonabwe, said he learned about the tragedy through the internet while asleep at his home and initially struggled to believe the reports.
“The deceased were hardworking people. My brothers were living in Kampala, where they were engaged in different businesses,” Mwesigwa said.
In his sermon, Bishop Akajuna commended the Uganda Police Force for their swift response following the accident and for helping to clear the scene.
“Let us all join our hands and clap for the Uganda Police for the quick action they took in removing the bodies from the roadside,” Bishop Akajuna said.
He also called on Christians to live in harmony with one another and to support grieving families during difficult times.
The burial ended with prayers and words of comfort for the bereaved family.