41 killed after Rwenzori bloody attacks, as 81 charged with terrorism, treason

At Malindi detachment, about 30km from Bundibugyo town council and located half a kilometre from the Uganda-DR Congo border, the attackers killed one UPDF soldier, RA 306897 Private Samuel Kwesiga, by hacking and shooting him in the head, injured RA 307056 Private Erias Twongyirwe by breaking his leg and killed his civilian wife, Annitah Nayebare.

The suspects appearing before the High Court in Kasese where they were charged using the various offences, including terrorism and treason Monday, November 24, 2025. (Credit: Samuel Amanyire)