Tag: security

Nyege Nyege Festival Brings Rhym to Immerse Revelers in Vibe at Majestic Nile

The 2024 9th edition is running under the theme Afrogalactic Carnival, blending music with ancestral traditions, and will take place at a brand new site on 12 acres at the Source of the Nile, Njeru. The new venue is intended to provide festivalgoers with a more convenient experience, eliminating the need to walk long distances between stages.

Thrilling South Sudan Victory Secures Uganda’s AFCON 2025 Spot

Sports

South Sudan’s victory closes the door on Congo's qualification hopes, as they needed a win to stay in contention. The Cranes will now face South Africa's Bafana Bafana at Mandela National Stadium-Namboole on Friday, both teams competing for the top spot in the group, though both have already secured qualification.

Science & Technology

New Digital National IDs to Protect Citizens from Money...

The rollout of E-IDs is expected to improve security, streamline access to basic services, and expand the scope of financial inclusion. By linking national IDs to a secure digital platform, the government aims to eliminate the use of physical IDs, which are prone to theft. This will provide citizens with protection from exploitation in the form of loan sharks.

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.

Security

Uganda Independence Anniversary: Ambassador Gen Balya Unveils Prospective Plan...

Uganda and South Sudan are strategic neighbors, partners, and friends with a long history of excellent cooperation, especially regarding the revolutionary struggle in the two countries. Currently, South Sudan is one of Uganda’s biggest trading partners in the region, and the trade between the two countries is booming.

National News

INDEPENDENCE DAY: Uganda’s Evolving Security Landscape Since 1962

Today, October 9, 2024, Uganda is celebrating its 62nd Independence Day anniversary at Busiko Teachers' Training College in Masafu...

Crime

Kalisizo Local Community Decries Machete-Wielding Thugs Targeting New Motorcycles

The police have done their best to curb this problem; however, they called for additional manpower from other security agencies because the problem has spiraled out of control.

Security

EA Standby Force Convenes in Uganda to Enhance Functionality...

The EASF, which was established in 2007 and reached full operational capability in December 2015, is the product of several factors that have defined regional integration in the field of peace and security in Eastern Africa and the Horn of Africa, including long-standing and continuing tensions between countries of the region and the threats to peace and security with internal wars, environmental degradation, terrorism, and unconstitutional changes of government notwithstanding.

Crime

Police Warn of Crime Threat from Motorcyclists with Obscured...

The suspect was on his motorcycle, a red Bajaj with the registration number UGD 297 P, but its number plates were twisted and concealed, which drew the officers’ attention.

Crime