At least two people have been killed in a suspected bomb blast around Munyonyo Martyrs’ Shrine Tuesday morning as Martyrs Day celebrations kicked off.
According to reports, the two a man and a woman were riding on a boda boda and they were approaching the Martyrs Church in Munyonyo, the bomb went off on the woman who was reportedly wearing it.
The UPDF described the incident as a foiled terrorist attack
Chris Magezi, the acting army spokesperson issued the following statement:
UPDF Kills two terrorists in Munyonyo.
Kampala, Tuesday, 3 June 2025
A UPDF counter-terrorism unit this morning intercepted and neutralized two armed terrorists in Munyonyo, an upscale city suburb. It was an intelligence led operation, and the security services are on heightened alert to ensure the Martyrs Day celebrations proceed without disruption. The general public is urged to remain calm but vigilant and report to the security services any suspicious individuals, objects or activities for immediate attention.
CHRIS MAGEZI
Colonel
Acting Director Defence Public Information.
