At least nine people were killed in a crowd crush during New Year's celebrations in Uganda's capital, Kampala.
Several children were killed in the event, which occurred at a shopping centre that was hosting a fireworks display.
According to one eyewitness, many - including his friend - perished after becoming entangled between opposing masses.
For the first time since the Covid-19 outbreak began, large New Year's Eve gatherings were permitted.
According to Kampala police, a sizable crowd attended a concert at Freedom City Mall.
A crowd surge is claimed to have happened when partygoers attempted to return inside after having gone outside to see the midnight fireworks.
Five persons, described as "mainly children, juveniles," were killed after being stepped on.
The death toll was eventually raised to nine when other people were rushed to the hospital.
According to Ramadhan Aphongo, an eyewitness, a friend was among the victims: "She was happy, she was having fun, but due to loss of oxygen... finally she died."
An investigation is now underway.