2 explosions rock Uganda’s capital, Kampala, killing 3

By RODNEY MUHUMUZA
Associated Press

KAMPALA, Uganda (AP) — Two explosions have rocked Uganda’s capital, Kampala, killing at least three civilians in what police described as a coordinated attack by extremists. Police said three suicide bombers also died in the blasts. The Islamic State group has claimed responsibility for the explosions. The blasts caused chaos in Kampala as terrified residents fled the city’s center. Police spokesman Fred Enanga blamed the bomb blasts on an extremist group known as the Allied Democratic Forces. He said Kampala is still threatened by other suicide bombers. The twin blasts occurred within three minutes of each other. Enanga said both were carried out by attackers carrying explosive material.