Tag: Sheema District

Museveni Mourns His Holiness Pope Francis, Sends Heartfelt Condolences to Vatican

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has sent a deeply emotional message to the Vatican following the death of Pope Francis, calling him an extraordinary spiritual leader and a true man of God. In a letter to Vatican Secretary...

Proposed Tobacco Tax Increase Faces Strong Opposition from Manufacturers

Business

Tobacco manufacturers have rejected the government's proposed excise tax increase, warning that the move could lead to significant financial losses for both the industry and national revenue. Appearing before Parliament’s Finance Committee on April 22, 2025, officials...

Crime

Sheema PDM SACCO Treasurer Arraigned Over Alleged Misuse of...

The State House Anti-Corruption Unit (SH-ACU), in partnership with the Uganda Police Criminal Investigation Directorate (CID) and the Office...

Tourism

Kitagata Hot Springs: Nature’s Spa and Cultural Haven

The Kitagata Hot Springs, located on the Ishaka-Kagamba Road in Sheema District, southwestern Uganda, are approximately 350 km from...

Crime

Sheema Police Arrests Two Suspects in the Murder of...

Police in Sheema District have arrested two suspects involved in the gruesome murder by strangulation of a 72-year-old retired educationist.

National News

Police Rescue: 16-year-old Buried Alive for Theft

The territorial police in Rwizi region, in liaison with Mbarara Central Police Station, have rescued Charles Amanya, a 16-year-old boy, who was buried alive after being accused of stealing phones.

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