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…
The Ugandan National Examinations Board ( UNEB ) has announced its intention to recruit a significant number of personnel, approximately 60,000 individuals, to aid in the monitoring of the Primary Leaving Examination (PLE). This move aims to ensure the integrity and transparency of the examination process. In an effort to prevent cheating and malpractice during…
In Otuke, a heart-wrenching incident unfolded as an elderly woman identified as Costa Apio (73) tragically lost her life due to a fatal gunshot wound by unknown person. The incident has left the community in shock and mourning. According to local authorities, the incident occurred in Otuke in Alutkot village Olilim sub county but details…
In a positive development, it has been announced that buses are now permitted to use the Katonga Bridge in Uganda. This decision will significantly alleviate transportation challenges and improve connectivity for commuters. According to the Monday statement by UNRA ,buses and other light vehicles that were earlier permitted to use the section under the precautionary…
In a grand display of friendship and goodwill, esteemed Nigerian royals and prominent investors have arrived in Uganda to partake in the momentous 50th wedding anniversary celebrations of President Yoweri Museveni and the First Lady, Janet Museveni slated for Saturday in Irenga ,Ntungamo district. The arrival of the distinguished Nigerian delegation, consisting of royal family…
In Jinja District, a local resident identified as Kisaame Gift has been handed a prison sentence after impregnating a woman during the COVID-19 pandemic. The court ruling in Jinja came as a result of a case involving a man who violated COVID-19 guidelines by engaging in intimate relations with Doroka Mutesi who at that time…
In a recent development, three individuals have been remanded by the court in relation to a case of land grabbing. The accused were presented before the court following allegations of unlawful acquisition of land. The incident has raised concerns over the growing issue of land disputes in Uganda. During the court proceedings, it was revealed…
A recent article published in our media on how a Ugandan individual by the names Phiona Nakayenga who faced significant challenges and hardships while residing in Kuwait. This personal account sheds light on the difficulties encountered by some Ugandans abroad and serves as a lesson for others seeking opportunities in foreign lands. The article narrates…
The Uganda People’s Defense Forces (UPDF) has constructed a house for an 80-year-old man in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The elderly man unidentified as Mzee Sefuko Ghato had been living in a dilapidated mud-and-wattle hut, which provided little protection from the elements. However the UPDF, which has been stationed in the DRC as…
