Heightened security is in place in Munyonyo following a bomb blast near the Munyonyo Martyrs Shrine Basilica earlier today. 

According to Colonel Chris Magezi, Acting Director of Defence Public Information, the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) counter-terrorism unit intercepted and neutralized two armed terrorists in an intelligence-led operation.

The explosion occurred when the explosive device the duo was carrying detonated prematurely. 

Security forces swiftly cordoned off the area and restricted access to the shrine. Eyewitnesses reported panic among the crowd, with some fleeing in fear.

The suspects were identified as a man and a woman who had arrived on a motorcycle. 

The woman has been identified as Aisha Katushabe, a suspected member of the Allied Democratic Forces (ADF). 

The security forces are on heightened alert to ensure the Martyrs Day celebrations proceed without disruption.

By Francis Jjunju 

3rd June 2025

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