Author: Agnes Atewo

MPs Call for Speedy Issuance of Digital Number Plates to Curb Crime

The Parliamentary Committee on Defence, led by Donozio Kahonda, MP Ruhinda South, has urged the government to expedite the issuance of digital number plates to help reduce crime rates in Uganda.

Crackdown on Corruption: SHACU Charges Duo in Multi-Billion Theft Case

The State House Anti-Corruption Unit (SHACU), in conjunction with the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) and the Office of the Director of Public Prosecution (ODPP), has arraigned Wycliffe Ntende and Stephen Boogere before the Chief Magistrates Court in Jinja on charges of theft and conspiracy to commit a felony.

Lukwago Tasks IGG to Avail the Long Overdue Report on Kiteezi Landfill Tragedy

Kampala Lord Mayor Erias Lukwago has called upon the Office of the Inspectorate of Government (IGG) to expedite the process of releasing the long-awaited report regarding the Kiteezi Landfill tragedy.

NAKASEKE: Police Probe Murder of Boda Boda Rider by Passenger

Police in Nakaseke District are investigating the murder of a 28-year-old Boda Boda motorcyclist, allegedly murdered by the passenger he was transporting.

Police Issues Safety Guidelines as Schools Open for Third Term

The Directorate of Traffic and Road Safety has issued safety guidelines to manage the expected surge in traffic as schools reopen for the third term.

MoH Tips Ugandans on How to Curb MPOX Spread

The Ministry of Health has called upon the public to be vigilant if the country is to curb the spread of Mpox disease in Uganda.

BREAKING: Ugandan Olympic Athlete Succumbs to Domestic Violence

Ugandan athlete Rebecca Cheptegei, who represented Uganda in the women’s marathon at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, has succumbed to burns sustained, after her boyfriend Dickson Marangach set her on fire.

LOP Threatens to take Legal Action over Non-Compensation of Kiteezi Landfill Victims

The Kiteezi incident was out of government negligence and those responsible should be exposed.

Police to Boost Formal Education for Officers’ Children, Dependents

The Uganda Police Force is committed to enhancing education for its officers’ dependents, which marks a significant step towards empowering the next generation and ensuring a brighter future for police families across the country.

MPs Backing Censure Motion File Complaint to Speaker Seeking Reconsideration

Speaker Anita Annet Among informed Ssekikubo that she could not advance the motion, citing various reasons, including procedural constraints—a decision that sparked significant backlash from Ssekikubo and other lawmakers who view it as an attempt to shield the implicated commissioners from scrutiny.

Makerere University to Launch PhD Programs in Kiswahili

Makerere University has announced its intentions to begin teaching students interested in pursuing PhD's in Kiswahili in 2025.

FDC Katonga Calls for Comprehensive Waste Management Methods in Kampala

The Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) Katonga faction has called for a new approach to solid waste management in the greater Kampala metropolitan area, following the recent tragedy at the Kiteezi landfill.

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