news 7 April 2026 Daily Monitor (Uganda)
Seven Apac Seed Students Hurt in Machete Attack by Villagers
Seven students from Apac Seed Secondary School suffered injuries during a violent clash with local villagers armed with machetes. Authorities are investigating the incident that unfolded near the school premises. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/seven-apac-seed-students-injured-after-attack-what-we-know-5416166
Seven students at Apac Seed Secondary School in Apac district were injured in a brutal attack involving machete-wielding villagers. The confrontation reportedly stemmed from a dispute that escalated quickly.
Eyewitnesses described a chaotic scene as the attackers targeted the students, leading to multiple injuries requiring medical attention. School officials have condemned the violence and called for enhanced security measures.
Police have launched an investigation to apprehend those responsible and determine the root causes of the clash. The incident has raised concerns about safety around educational institutions in the area.
This report is based on information from Daily Monitor (Uganda), published on April 8, 2026.