Tag: Mob justice

UPC Attributes Two Million Stunted Children to 1980s Livestock Losses

National News
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.

Gen Saleh, NWSC’s Dr. Mugisha Push for Land Ownership Management to Fix Kampala’s Waste Crisis

Environment
Kampala’s waste management system has come under increasing strain in recent years, including during Uganda’s first National Cleaning Day, when the volume of collected waste overwhelmed collection teams and temporarily clogged the Buyala disposal facility.
Crime

Police Condemn Mob Justice on Uganda Rugby Cranes Player...

“As police, we responded to information as soon as we received it regarding the mob action. Upon arrival at the scene, Sidney was found critically injured but still alive. He was rushed to Mulago Hospital for medical attention, where he succumbed to his injuries,” Rusoke said.
Crime

Police Investigate Murder of Two Men Found on Old...

Police on Jinja Road are investigating a suspected case of mob justice that claimed the lives of two men...
Crime

Thief Lynched by Angry Mob, Five Escape in Bulange

Several incidents involving thieves being killed in Kampala have surfaced, reflecting ongoing issues with crime and mob justice in the region.
Crime

Masaka Coffee Farmers Decry Rampant Theft amid Inflation

The situation in Buwunga highlights a broader trend affecting coffee farmers across Uganda, where rising prices have made coffee not just a valuable crop but also a target for crime.
Crime

Bukomansimbi Boda Boda Riders Attribute Increased Theft Cases to...

In March 2024, police reported multiple incidents involving boda boda riders, including four murders and several attempted murders. For example, on March 12, 2024, a 22-year-old rider identified as James Munyegena was attacked and left unconscious by thieves who stole his motorcycle. He later succumbed to his injuries at the hospital.
Crime

SEMBABULE: Serial Thief Beaten Nearly to Death by Mob

On October 30, 2024, at around 4:00 am in Lusalira village in Mitete sub-county, Sembabule district, four individuals suspected of stealing coffee narrowly escaped death at the hands of an angry mob in Sembabule. The situation escalated as locals took matters into their own hands, demonstrating a growing frustration with crime in the area.
Crime

28-Year-Old Thug Lynched in Foiled Theft Attempt

The 2022/2023 Annual Crime Report indicated that Luwero district, along with Kassanda, has been identified as a hotspot for mob justice incidents. The report noted that many victims are often suspected thieves or robbers, reflecting a community tendency to take the law into their own hands rather than relying on formal judicial processes.
Crime

Locals Raise Alarm over Animal Thefts in Masaka District

The incident reflects a critical situation in Masaka where community tensions over animal theft have escalated into violent confrontations, raising concerns about public safety and the effectiveness of law enforcement in addressing these crimes.
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