Amuria District was shaken by a devastating incident that resulted in the untimely death of a Primary Seven (P7) candidate, who fell victim to a fatal electrocution caused by a lightning strike. According to eye witnesses the incident occurred during a light shower at 5:00pm on Sunday at the Abul village borehole area where the…
Authorities have launched an investigation to determine the cause of a fire that occurred at St Theresa Girls Primary School in Kisubi. The fire incident at the School premises prompted a swift response from the local police and firefighting units, who worked diligently to contain and extinguish the flames. Meanwhile according the Kampala Metropolitan Police…
In a tragic incident, a Ugandan national identified as Evelyn Nakirya lost her life while aboard a flight bound for Canada. The incident has left the passengers and crew members deeply saddened by the unexpected loss. The flight was temporarily forced to make an emergency landing in Iceland where the body of the Ugandan passenger…
In a recent incident, Police in Awoja post, Aukot sub county in Soroti district have summoned two men following a heated altercation regarding a mother of 10. The local authorities are actively investigating the matter to determine the circumstances surrounding the confrontation. According to Mr James Etidu a police officer at Awoja police post said…
In a concerning turn of events, officials from the National Unity Platform ( NUP ) have been arrested for organizing a prayer gathering to show support for their detained supporters who were arrested yesterday as Uganda celebrated her Independence. This incident highlights the continued challenges faced by opposition groups in expressing their solidarity and exercising…
Members of Parliament (MPs) have called upon the government to take decisive measures in protecting the AFCON (Africa Cup of Nations) tournament against corruption. The MPs are voicing their concerns about the potential risks of corruption that may undermine the integrity of this prestigious sporting event. Legislators advised the ministry of Education and sports to…
In a rapidly evolving digital landscape, the call for incorporating media literacy into the syllabus has never been more urgent. Recognizing its vital role in equipping students with essential skills and critical thinking abilities, educators and policymakers are advocating for the integration of ML as a core component of the curriculum. With the proliferation of…
In a recent incident that has sparked concern, a significant number of students were admitted to the Namugo health center 3 and MUKJ medical Clinic when students started complaining about stomachache, headache and vomiting immediately after being served posho and beans for lunch. As a result, local authorities took swift action by arresting the school…
Police in Jinja has initiated a thorough investigation into a case involving six individuals who stand accused of defilement. This move underscores the commitment of the authorities to address and combat the heinous crime of child abuse within the community. Defilement is a serious offense with devastating consequences for its victims. According to regional police…
In a recent incident in Kampala city, law enforcement authorities have arrested eight individuals suspected of engaging in acts of vehicle vandalism. According to reports from local authorities, these arrests were made as part of efforts to address the rising cases of vehicle vandalism in the city following a wave of complaints on social media. In…
