The family of Sharon Natukunda, a 29-year-old housewife who mysteriously went missing on December 16, 2024, has raised concerns...

Although Uganda's Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act of 2015 allows for the legal cultivation of medical marijuana under strict regulations, unauthorized farming remains illegal.

Knife crime in Uganda is predominantly linked to domestic violence and socio-economic challenges like poverty, unemployment, and substance; therefore, the rising trend of violent crimes necessitates urgent attention from law enforcement and community leaders to address the root causes and implement preventive measures.

Statistics from the Gender Ministry indicate that approximately 280,000 Ugandans seek household jobs annually, driven by factors such as poverty, unemployment, and domestic violence.

Kiconco is currently detained at Ssembabule Police Station as the hunt for murder accomplices continues, while the deceased body was taken to Ssembabule Health Center IV for a postmortem.

"It is of great importance at a time like this when we are challenged by the Marriage Bill, Coffee Bill, poverty, domestic violence, liberalism, nudity among young ones, and homosexuality to come to the place of prayer and plead for the divine intervention of the Lord.”

The Uganda National Bureau of Statistics (UNBS) has urged Ugandans to speak up against domestic violence that has persistently increased in all regions of the country.

This attack highlights the need for greater awareness and support for victims of domestic violence and the importance of addressing substance abuse issues in the community.