Fire Guts Mount Meru Millers Refinery in Lira City
A fire broke out at Mount Meru Millers refinery in Lira City, Uganda, on October 21, 2026, causing significant damage to the facility.
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A fire broke out at Mount Meru Millers refinery in Lira City, Uganda, on October 21, 2026, causing significant damage to the facility.
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