▶️ Hundreds gather in Kawaala for Yiga burial
Many started queuing at about 5:30am to pay last respects to Yiga who died on Tuesday.
Hundreds of people have gathered at Christian Revival Church in Kawaala, where Pastor Augustine Yiga will be buried today.
Many started queuing at about 5:30am to pay last respects to Yiga who died on Tuesday.
With less regard to COVID-19 prevention measures, many pushed and shoved as officials tried to keep them in lines at the church's entrance.
The body of Yiga was transferred to Kawaala on Saturday amid tears as some believers spent the night praying at the church.
Lining up to see off Abizayo. Photo by Edith Namayanja
However, later the Police joined the officials to ensure that those without masks were not allowed to enter the church.
The current situation in Kawaala. Photo by Simon Tumwine
No masks and no social-distance. Photo by Simon Tumwine