On 13 September the Uganda Police confirmed that a security operation was underway in Kampala and that a terrorist attack had been foiled. The police said that a number of suspects belonging to a terrorist group had been arrested, and explosive materials recovered. The police announced increased security at public places and asked members of the public to exercise extra vigilance and report any suspicious or abnormal movements to the authorities.

We remind people of the ongoing threat from terrorism. We advise people to avoid public places, be vigilant at all times, exercise extreme caution and closely monitor the travel advice.

The Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) advise against all travel to the districts of Kaabong, Kotido, Abim, Moroto, Napak, Nakapiripirit, Katakwi, Amudat, Kapchorwa, Kween, and Bukwo in the Karamoja region of north eastern Uganda with the exception of trips to Kidepo Valley National Park, which you should make by air. See Local Travel

Avoid travel by road outside major towns at night, except between Kampala and the airport at Entebbe. See Crime

There were a number of demonstrations in Kampala in 2013. Demonstrations have also occurred in other parts of Uganda. Some political demonstrations have in the past become violent without warning. Take care and avoid demonstrations wherever possible. See Political situation

There is a high threat from terrorism. Terrorists have previously targeted places where football matches are being viewed. See Terrorism

Around 15,000 British nationals visit Uganda every year. Most visits are trouble-free.

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