Security Alert – U.S. Embassy Kampala, Uganda (June 22, 2025)

Location: Kalerwe Market, Kampala, Uganda

Event: There are reviews of an explosion with casualties close to Kalerwe Market in Kampala on June 22, 2025 at roughly 9:20 am. Local authorities has closed the realm for investigation.

Actions to Take:

• Avoid the realm surrounding Kalerwe Market close to the Northern Bypass.
• Avoid crowds.
• Keep a low profile.
• Notify family and friends of your security.
• Be conscious of your environment.

Assistance:

• U.S. Embassy Kampala, Uganda
  1577 Ggaba Road
  Kampala, Uganda
  +256-312-306-001 / +256-414-306-001 / +256-414-259-791
  
• State Department – Consular Affairs
  888-407-4747 or 202-501-4444
• Uganda Country Information 
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