Knife crime in Uganda is predominantly linked to domestic violence and socio-economic challenges like poverty, unemployment, and substance; therefore, the rising trend of violent crimes necessitates urgent attention from law enforcement and community leaders to address the root causes and implement preventive measures.

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.

The NUP team was meant to be in Nakasongola district today Friday November, 15, 2024 and was to proceed to West Nile and Northern Uganda starting next week Tuesday November, 19, 2024.

Ssempebwa attributed the accident to overspeeding and overtaking from the wrong lane.

Incidents like that of Mubende show that some fire outbreaks are not only caused by electric lapses but are caused by undisciplined children who think they are too big to be handled and resort to such heinous acts that can easily lead to loss of lives and property damage.

The Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) examinations for 2024 started on November 11, 2024, and will end on December 7, 2024. According to Dan Odongo, the UNEB Executive Secretary, 1,320,400 candidates have registered for the exams, a 7.8% increase from 2023.

Police data shows that nearly 40% of fire incidents in markets are attributed to unauthorized or poorly maintained electrical installations, a factor commonly seen in informal trade environments.

The Uganda Police continues to direct and divert the NUP convoys off busy town streets with fear of disrupting traffic and business.