Mother, Daughter and Priest Missing Following Armed Abductions in Kampala and Masaka.
Masaka,Uganda
At least three people remain missing following a series of armed abductions in central Uganda, including a mother, her 13-year-old daughter, and Catholic priest Fr. Ssekabira, intensifying fears of targeted abductions or unlawful detentions.
The first reported abduction occurred in Kampala, where a woman and her teenage daughter were forcibly taken near their home. Hours later, in Masaka, Fr. Ssekabira went missing under circumstances that remain unclear. Families and local communities have been searching for the missing individuals, while authorities have provided limited information, citing ongoing investigations.
Police confirmed they are investigating all abduction reports but have yet to release details on potential suspects or motives. Security experts suggest the incidents could be part of wider criminal networks or politically linked operations, given the sensitive roles of some victims.
Human rights organizations and the Uganda Human Rights Commission have called for transparency, safe release of all abductees, and respect for civil liberties during investigations.
Residents in affected areas are reportedly increasing personal security measures, and social media platforms have seen campaigns highlighting the disappearances under hashtags calling for accountability and immediate action.
Why it matters:
Multiple armed abductions in a short span disrupt public safety, threaten civil confidence, and raise questions about the effectiveness and transparency of security forces.
What to watch
Progress of investigations and potential arrests.
Communication from Uganda Police Force and the Attorney General.
Measures taken to ensure the safety of vulnerable populations.
Attention from the EAC and regional human rights bodies.
Implications for cross-border security and community confidence.
Three people, including a mother and her daughter and a Catholic priest, are missing after armed abductions in Kampala and Masaka, prompting urgent appeals for safety and transparency
