A dad has died trying to save his son who got into difficulty in the River Nile in Uganda. Newly-wed Robert Kaweesi, 48, jumped into the river but disappeared in the water, according to reports.
His 12-year-old son was saved by bystanders but the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office later confirmed Mr Kaweesi had died. It is understood Mr Kaweesi was on holiday with his wife Justine Katantazi, and their four children, BirminghamLive reports.
A spokesperson for the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office said: "We are supporting the family of a British man who has died in Uganda and are in contact with the local authorities”.
