Tag: Killings

Court Sentences Two to Death, Seven to Life Over Susan Magara Murder

Court
The kidnappers held her captive for nearly three weeks, demanding up to $1 million before accepting about $200,000 (approximately UGX 700 million). During her captivity, they cut off two of her fingers and sent them alongside a video of her pleading for help to pressure her family into paying the ransom.

UPC Attributes Two Million Stunted Children to 1980s Livestock Losses

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Akena referred to historical statements by President Museveni acknowledging the destruction of food supplies and the destitution of about 2.7 million people during that period. He argued that the loss of cattle deprived communities of daily nutrition, household income, school fees, draft power, and soil fertility, leaving effects that continue to be felt today.
Security

Over 69 Killed as Israeli Forces Bomb Two UN-Run...

The schools were gazetted to be sheltering hundreds of Palestinian families who are homeless as a result of Israeli attacks in the area, and they are located in areas busy with civilian activity free from any military activity.
Crime

Katwe Police on Spot over Corruption

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.
Crime

Machete-Wielding Thugs Kill Couple in Bukomansimbi over Land Dispute

Recent reports indicate a troubling surge in violence linked to land disputes in Bukomansimbi and surrounding areas, particularly in Greater Masaka. Police recently reported that between July 22 and August 23, 2024, at least 15 people had been killed in attacks attributed to land conflicts, with many incidents occurring in Bukomansimbi, Lwengo, and Masaka districts.
Crime

Kyotera Police Hunt for UPDF Deserter Linked to Robberies,...

Kakooza deserted the army four years ago after he came back from the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISON) and started leading a gang that has been killing and robbing the rich in Kalisizo.
Security

Army Stakes Ugx 20Million Bounty on Wanted ADF Field...

The Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) has announced a reward of Ugx 20million for whoever will lead to the...
Security

ISRAELI-PALESTINIAN WAR: Tracing the Exodus of a Conflict that...

As the Israeli-Palestinian conflict intensifies with Israel advancing ground invasion against Hamas, cutting off the densely populated area from...
Politics

LOP Demands for Government’s Accountability on Missing Persons, Human...

Mathias Mpuuga, the Leader of Opposition in Parliament (LOP) has demanded for a response from government to have clear...
Politics

NUP Leader calls upon International Community to Stop Government...

Robert Kyagulanyi, the National Unity Platform (NUP) President has vowed to rally International Community to stop government funding. Kyagulanyi made...

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