The situation regarding school dropouts in Buvuma Islands underscores a critical intersection of parental responsibility, community engagement, and educational accessibility. As highlighted by local leaders, the alarming trend of children abandoning their education for immediate economic pursuits not only jeopardizes their futures but also poses broader societal risks, including increased crime and social instability.

Bribery among police officers in Uganda is notably prevalent, making the Uganda Police Force one of the most corrupt institutions in East Africa. According to the East Africa Bribery Index by Transparency International, the Uganda Police scored 80.8%, indicating a high likelihood of encountering bribery situations compared to other police forces in the region.

In July 2024, Bishop Zac Niringiye was hit by thugs with a blunt object and his mobile phone taken while he was jogging in Ntinda, and James Kakooza, a 54-year-old Kamwokya Councilor, was attacked in July 2022 while jogging at Yusuf Lule Road near Centenary Park in Nakawa division, Kampala city.

Disagreements over land ownership and usage have historically led to significant violence, often resulting in loss of life and community destabilization.

The police have done their best to curb this problem; however, they called for additional manpower from other security agencies because the problem has spiraled out of control.

Increased number of girls dropping out of school is mainly happening due to the ignorance and negligence of parents who are subjecting their young girls to early marriages and pregnancies instead of paying for their school fees to attain education.

Simon Peter Mundeyi, spokesperson for the Ministry of Internal Affairs, has stated that the replacement of lost passports for...

SCP Fred Enanga, the Police Spokesperson, on behalf of Uganda Police has issued safety and security tips to be...