“We found her lying in a pool of blood. She was unconscious, so we rushed her to the hospital where she received medical attention,” Cissy said. Husband Arrested as UPDF Probes Soldier’s Arson Death A former Bank of Uganda employee, Ruth Nambalirwa, narrowly survived death after being brutally attacked by her domestic worker in Njeru […]
The Luweero District Police Commander, Brighton Ahimbisamukama, confirmed that Babirye’s husband, Dickson Mwesigwa, had been arrested and is being held at Bombo Police Station. He is expected to be transferred to Central Police Station as investigations continue. The Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) and police in Luweero District are investigating the death of Corporal Christine […]
Among the regional winners, Jesse Johnson James (Northern Uganda) was recognized for his story on inclusive consumer protection, while Ssekimuli Fred (Kampala Metropolitan Area) won for highlighting public concerns over standards gaps. The Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS), in partnership with TradeMark Africa (TMA) and with support from UK International Development, has recognized eight […]
“Even though some councillors were not successful in the recent elections, their tenure is not yet over. They must participate in laying and possibly approving the budget before new leaders assume office,” he said. Business at Kayunga District headquarters on Monday came to a standstill after a section of councillors turned rowdy, accusing District Chief […]
The Uganda Wildlife Authority has reiterated its commitment to combating wildlife trafficking, noting that pangolins remain among the most endangered and heavily trafficked species globally. A joint operation by the Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) and the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) has led to the arrest of a 36-year-old man found in possession of illegal […]
Police have also warned members of the public against engaging in acts of mob justice or lawlessness, emphasizing that such actions undermine ongoing efforts to maintain order. Police in Katwe have arrested three suspects in connection with a widely circulated video showing a group of men scaling a perimeter fence and violently assaulting an individual […]
“A newborn’s first minutes are critical. Access to warmth, oxygen, functional equipment and skilled health workers can make the difference between life and death,” she said. Mukono General Hospital has recorded 117 newborn deaths over the past six months, raising concern among health officials and exposing critical gaps in neonatal care at the busy facility. […]
Corporal Babirye, who served as a medical nurse at Bombo Barracks, reportedly suffered severe burns in the attack. Residents of Bombo were left in shock yesterday evening following a tragic incident in which a UPDF officer, Corporal Christine Babirye, was allegedly set ablaze in her home by her lover. Locals identified the suspect as Dickson […]
Charles Maganda, the chairperson of Bugade Town Council, confirmed the incident, stating that the tragic death occurred during a light evening drizzle. Fear gripped residents of Bugade Village in Bugade Town Council, Mayuge District, on Sunday evening after a lightning strike killed a medical officer. The deceased has been identified as Christine Nabitosi, 45, who […]
According to Winifred Mbabazi, Assistant Commissioner of Nursing at Mulago, the most distressing aspect of the job is not death itself, but the inability to save lives due to limited resources. Long after their shifts end, many health workers at Mulago National Referral Hospital carry the hospital with them—reliving critical moments, battling lingering stress, and, […]