Ugandan Women Murders - Activists Want Day of Mourning

Activists have asked the government to declare a national day in remembrance of women who have been violently murdered in various regions. A group of women activists have also demanded a  commitment to supporting bereaved families and to protection to prevent further killings.

Sarah Neliima, whose body was found dumped near the Entebbe-Kampala Highway on Wednesday.

Police officers carry the body of the woman from the scene of crime.

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