Tag: Hacking

Opposition Leaders Condemn MPs’ Car Grant Hike Amidst National Needs

Leaders from several opposition political formations have strongly criticized the proposal by the Parliament of Uganda to increase the vehicle allowance for Members of Parliament from UGX 200 million to UGX 315 million, describing the move...

IGG Calls on Public Officers to Adopt Simplified Leadership Code Guide

National News

The Inspector General of Government (IGG), Lady Justice Naluzze Aisha Batala, has called on public officers to adopt and use a simplified guide to the Leadership Code Act in order to improve accountability and strengthen compliance...

Crime

Government should Empower Citizens to Tackle Cyber Threats—Experts

Recently there was an attack on Bank of Uganda, where over UGX 60 billion was stolen by hackers, which many cyber experts say could have resulted from human error, and it could have been prevented had there been strong cybersecurity mechanisms.

Crime

Police Arrest Four Suspects over Hacking Kabaka’s Deputy Gombolola...

On July 13, 2024, Abdul Wamala, a boda-boda chairperson, and his wife were attacked by machete-wielding thugs in Wetiye village. Both sustained severe injuries and remained in critical condition following the assault.

Crime

Kabaka’s Deputy Gombolola Chief Brutally Hacked in Kassanda District

Sonko is Kabaka’s deputy Gombolola Chief of Mutuba Musanvu Myanzi and a resident of Luswa village in Kassanda district.

Crime

Two Arrested in Connection with Murder of Couple in...

Recent reports indicate a surge in violence linked to family land disputes in Bukomansimbi and surrounding districts. For instance, on September 16, 2024, a 50-year-old man identified as Umaru Nsubuga was attacked and stabbed to death while other family members were brutally injured.

Crime

Masaka Police Hunt for Suspect over Double Family Machete...

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.