Two Next Media staff members died at the scene early Friday morning after a Toyota Hilux allegedly lost control and crossed into the opposite lane, colliding head-on with the vehicle they were travelling in along Entebbe Road.
The deceased have been identified as producer Badru Kasirye and content creator Isaac Ndamagye. Their colleague, Sanyuka TV presenter Brian “Makona” Ssemanda, was injured in the crash and is currently receiving treatment in the Intensive Care Unit.
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The crash occurred at about 2am at Namulanda, near Stabex along Entebbe Road. According to Traffic Police spokesperson Michael Kananura, the accident involved a Toyota Allex, registration number UA 779DE, carrying the Next Media staff, and a Toyota Hilux, registration number UAS 976W.
Preliminary police investigations indicate the Hilux was travelling from Entebbe toward Kampala when the driver allegedly lost control while approaching the Stabex area, drifting into the opposite lane and colliding head-on with the oncoming Toyota Allex. Kasirye and Ndamagye died at the scene, while Ssemanda was rushed to hospital for treatment.
Kananura said the exact circumstances and cause of the crash remain under investigation, with further details expected once the process concludes. Police have not yet released the identity or condition of the Hilux driver.
News of the crash has drawn an outpouring of grief from colleagues, friends, and associates of the deceased. Victoria University Vice Chancellor Dr. Lawrence Muganga described the deaths as heartbreaking news that is difficult to comprehend, mourning both Kasirye and Ndamagye in a message of condolence.
He extended condolences to the families, friends, and colleagues of the deceased, noting that his thoughts were also with the wider Next Media family as they mourn the loss while hoping for Ssemanda’s recovery, offering prayers for his healing.
Badru Kasirye’s family has announced that his burial will take place at 4pm today, Friday, 7th August, at Bunamwaya, Mu Ngobe.
CampusBee extends its condolences to the families, friends, and colleagues of Badru Kasirye and Isaac Ndamagye, and wishes Brian Ssemanda a full and speedy recovery.