Tag: Hacking

DP Supports 2025 Political Parties Amendment Bill, Opponents fear Funding Exclusion

The Democratic Party (DP) has expressed support for the 2025 Political Parties and Organizations (Amendment) Bill, which aims to formalize two key organs within the National Consultative Forum, specifically the Inter-Party Organization for Dialogue (IPOD) and...

Ssenyonyi Cries Foul over mishandling of UPDF Amendment Bill Procedure

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Opposition Members of Parliament led by Leader of Opposition Joel Ssenyonyi on Tuesday May 20 2025 walked out of Parliament in protest over what they called a “sham process” in the handling of the Uganda Peoples’...

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.