When Aineplani confronted him over the alleged theft, a confrontation ensued, during which Brain reportedly grabbed a panga and cut off his boss’ hand. The Police in Kanungu District are hunting for a casual labourer who is on the run after allegedly chopping off his employer’s hand following a dispute over charcoal sales. The suspect, […]
In a devastating turn of events, Helen Nakimuli, the Woman Member of Parliament for Kalangala District, has passed away following complications from an unsuccessful surgery. The sad news was confirmed by Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, the principal of the National Unity Platform (NUP), who shared the information on his official X (formerly Twitter) account. Kyagulanyi, […]
Authorities have preferred charges of defilement and procuring defilement against the suspects, pending sanction by the Resident State Attorney. Police in Kiboga District have arrested eight individuals after foiling an attempted child marriage involving a 16-year-old Senior Three student of Bukomero Secondary School. The operation, described as intelligence-led, was carried out in Kagoga village, Kyomya […]
At the school compound, a wide variety of fruits—including apples, jackfruit, passion fruits, soursop, and avocados and others were displayed, bringing the day’s theme to life and giving learners a practical, hands-on experience. Pupils in the nursery section of Naggalama Junior School marked their annual Fruit Day with vibrant activities aimed at promoting healthy eating […]
“It is alleged that the victim was outside with her sister when the suspect approached them. He gave the children a phone to watch cartoons and placed the victim on his lap, where he was allegedly seen defiling the 8-year-old.” Police in Wakiso district are holding a 39-year-old bodaboda rider who allegedly defiled an eight-year-old […]
Today, more than 1.4 million Ugandans are receiving antiretroviral therapy, contributing to a significant decline in AIDS-related deaths. President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni launched the Presidential Fast-Track Initiative (PFTI) in June 2017 with the goal of ending AIDS as a public health threat by 2030. The initiative outlines a five-point strategy focused on reducing new infections—particularly […]
Elsewhere, several fixtures could have a major impact on European qualification. Chelsea faces Manchester United in a crucial showdown, while Everton takes on Liverpool in a highly anticipated derby. Second-placed Manchester City will host league leaders Arsenal on Sunday in a clash that could prove decisive in this season’s Premier League title race. The race […]
According to school administrators, the already expelled student was discovered at around 2:00am in the dormitory, where he had allegedly gone to meet a female student who remains enrolled at the school. An expelled student of Namilyango High School in Gulama, Mukono Municipality, was on Thursday arrested after allegedly sneaking back into the school and […]
The controversy raised concerns over accountability and fairness in local government recruitment processes, leading to increased scrutiny of the district’s leadership. Uganda’s Jobs Crisis Is No Longer About Numbers, but Survival The Minister of Local Government, Raphael Magyezi, has directed Bushenyi District Chairperson Jafari Basajjabalaba to nominate a new District Service Commission (DSC) by April […]
When UBOS reports that nine in ten Ugandans work in informal jobs, it highlights a reality in which most workers lack social security, health insurance, and stable incomes. A single illness or a bad business day can easily push a family into crisis. Uganda’s Employment Crisis Is No Longer Statistical—It’s a Question of Survival The […]
