Tag: Fire

Panic as Kampala Mpox Cases Hit 30

As the number of Mpox cases continues to rise, health officials and community leaders in Makindye are working tirelessly to contain the spread and protect the health of residents.

MOH Rallies for Joint Responsibility to End Tobacco Abuse

Health

The sensitization meeting’s objectives included raising awareness, promoting healthy practices, engaging stakeholders, and fostering community support by building a supportive environment for those seeking to quit smoking.

Crime

Mapeera Kigungu Catholic Church Torched

According to archives from Catholic literature, Mapeera Church was built on the spot in Kigungu, where the two French missionaries of Fr. Siméon Lourdel, also known as Mapeera and Brother Amans Delmas, arrived in the country on 17 February 1879.

Crime

NAKAWA: St. James Primary School Burns to Ashes

The National Build Review Board report 2024 indicates that most schools do not comply with established fire safety standards. This includes a lack of essential safety equipment such as fire alarms and extinguishers.

National News

Fire Destroys Homes in Masaka District, Leaving Locals Homeless

A devastating fire in Masaka district has left many people without homes after more than 20 houses were destroyed...

Crime

Subaru Driver Loses Control, Knocks Down Boda Boda Riders...

On August 20, 2024, a Stabex Petrol Staton worker was killed in a hit-and-run accident along the Balintuma road in Kampala after the driver of the Subaru car lost control due to overspeeding and failure of brakes.

Regional