Ugandan man recounts Durban mob attack from hospital
By The BriefBrief
A Ugandan man recovering at Addington Hospital after a mob attack in Durban described fleeing masked protesters and losing consciousness. The attack took place on Wednesday, 21 October 2026; video shows attackers striking him more than a dozen times before they dispersed as a police vehicle arrived. A circulating claim that he had died was false.
WHO:A Ugandan man identified as Simon
WHAT:Simon recounted a mob attack in Durban while recovering from his injuries in hospital.
WHEN:Oct 21, 2026
WHERE:Durban, South Africa
WHY:The attack occurred during violence by March and March supporters against the man; no further reason was reported.
