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    Author: Erina Namwanje

    MOB JUSTICE: Four Coffee Thieves Escape Death in Sembabule

    Four coffee thieves have survived being burned to death after they were caught stealing coffee from a coffee grower’s garden in Sembabule district.

    Five Cattle Thieves Escape Lynching in Luweero

    In July 2024, residents in Koojo village took matters into their own hands by torching two vehicles suspected to be involved in cattle theft. This incident occurred when locals noticed unfamiliar vehicles near their house during the night.

    Two Dead, One Injured on Mbarara-Masaka Road

    On August 19, 2024, a head-on collision between a bus and a Fuso truck near Kirumba resulted in six fatalities and injured 37 others. This resulted from a bus driver reportedly attempting to overtake another vehicle, leading to the crash, which killed him too.

    Police Hunt for Missing Masaka S.S. Student

    In 2024, several alarming incidents involving the kidnapping of school-going children have been reported in Masaka region, highlighting serious concerns about child safety.

    Mpigi Residents Threaten to Protest over Black Spots

    The residents believe that installing speed humps would significantly reduce the risk of accidents and save lives along Mpigi Road.

    Rukiga: Machete-Wielding Gangs Target Elderly Family’s 60-Acre Land

    Rukiga district has been plagued by ongoing land disputes, often leading to violent confrontations, hence indicating a pattern of violence associated with land ownership conflicts, including other attacks and fatalities related to similar disputes.

    Bukomansimbi Residents Demand Police Station over Increased Crime

    With only one police station serving both the town and the rural area, the existing police force is overwhelmed, contributing to a climate of fear and insecurity among locals.

    Thugs Rob Two Villages in Bukomansimbi

    On August 6, 2024, Mityana Municipality Mayor Faustine Mukambwe was attacked at his home by masked assailants wielding machetes. The robbers broke a window and demanded money, ultimately stealing UGX. 900,000 and a mobile phone before fleeing on motorcycles.

    Three Children Die in Busega House Fire

    On May 15, 2024, in Namulanda B Zone, Kajjansi Town Council in Wakiso district, six South Sudanese siblings and two women died in a house fire, and according to preliminary reports, the fire originated from an electronic kettle connected to a socket and was left in the sitting room unattended.

    Police Hunt for Murder Suspect of Prostitute in Masaka

    A joint press statement commemorating International Women’s Day 2024 reported that eight sex workers were murdered in Uganda within a span of three months, from December 2023 to March 2024.

    Security Nab Impostor Claiming to Offer State House, ISO Jobs

    Muyaki arrest serves as a stark reminder of the growing trend of individuals exploiting the desperation of job seekers in Uganda.

    Lwengo Residents Threaten to Strike over Prolonged Power Outage

    The potential strike in Lwengo is marked by frustration over prolonged power outages, rising crime rates, and significant impacts on local businesses. The community's call for action reflects a critical need for responsive utility management and public safety measures.

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