David Owori, the 28-year-old captain of SC Villa and a prominent member of Uganda’s national football team, has died following a violent assault in Kampala. According to police, unidentified attackers critically injured Owori in a suburban area of the capital on Tuesday. After being discovered unconscious by bystanders and transported to medical facilities, he was pronounced dead at a hospital.
Owori’s death represents a significant loss for Ugandan football. As captain of SC Villa, one of the nation’s most successful clubs, he led the team to their 17th domestic league title last season, ending a 20-year championship drought for the organization. The Uganda Football Federation praised his leadership and impact, noting that he embodied courage and humility both on the pitch and in representing his country.
This tragic incident comes mere weeks after rugby international Sydney Gongodyo was fatally assaulted in the same city. The consecutive deaths of two prominent athletes have sparked widespread concern among Ugandans, with many taking to social media to express outrage and criticize law enforcement’s apparent inability to combat rising crime in the capital. Parliamentary officials and sports administrators have called for urgent action to address the country’s escalating security challenges.
Originally reported by Aljazeera →
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