The Kampala Archdiocese has tasked Ugandans to be vigilant about the potential terror threats in the country following security alerts from the United States Embassy and United Nations warning of unconfirmed reports of possible terrorist activities in Kampala.
The caution was raised by Fr. Joseph Mukiibi, Director of Social Communications office at Lubaga in a letter dated September, 5.
“I would like to bring to your attention that the U.S Foreign Mission has warned Uganda about the pending terrorism. These terrorists are targeting institutions of learning, churches, malls, recreation grounds,” Fr. Joseph Mukiibi noted in a letter.
Fr. Mukkiibi urged, “Let us be conscious and intensify counter-measures to these threats ahead of time.”
Security agencies have since responded by stepping up vigilance across the city, particularly in public places such as malls, schools, and areas popular with tourists and closed newly launched China House in Logogo.
In a statement dated August 13, 2022 the Embassy noted that it was aware of unconfirmed reports of increased risk of terrorist attacks in Kampala and enhanced security measures by local authorities and urged American citizens to exercise increased caution in public areas including malls, schools and areas frequented by tourists
The authorities have urged the public to remain alert and avoid large gatherings while emphasizing that the security measures are preventive.
