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The Special Forces Command (SFC) construction regiment assures the public of efficient and quality road maintenance in Kampala, emphasizing their commitment to cost-effective and timely completion. Lt Eng. Kikomeko Kigongo, the assistant project manager, states that they have completed 35% of the scope in two weeks, with over 40% progress …

Arua city engineer, Charles Omona, has been granted police bond following the repayment of over Shs 28 million, which he was accused of embezzling. Omona was apprehended by the State House Anti-Corruption Unit (SHACU) for allegedly diverting Shs 56 million from Arua City’s Treasury single account to an imprest account, …

In a decisive move by the Third Infantry Division Court Martial (DCM) in Longaroe and Nakapelimoru Sub-counties, Kotido District, three civilians have been sentenced to 60 years each for the brutal murder of the LC3 chairperson for Longaroe sub-county. The court also convicted them for the killing of Lt Issa …

In a surprising turn of events, residents of Busagula Village in Kigangazi Town Council, Bukomansimbi District, recently witnessed the resurrection of a tree that had fallen seven years ago. The tree, known locally as “omutuba,” had spent a remarkable 30 years growing before heavy rains and a storm in 2016 …

In Kabughabugha village, Rukoki sub-county, Kasese district, a member of the Local Council One court, Mr. Zeverio Mugisa, the area vice-chairperson, has been fined nine goats by the court for admitting to allegations of adultery. The charges stemmed from his involvement with the wife of Edward Kighoma, a casual laborer …

The Lwajjali River, dividing Luweero and Mukono districts, has flooded due to heavy rains, submerging a section of the Kasawo–Zirobwe road. Travelers face disruptions, with the road acting as a shortcut for those commuting to Kampala. Residents are concerned about potential homelessness and trapped schoolchildren during the third term holidays. …

A shocking case has emerged in Bukomansimbi District, where a 6-year-old boy named Frank Kakooza accuses his mother, Nantongo Margret (23), and stepfather, Kamya Badru (27), of subjecting him to heinous acts of torture, including deliberate burns on his buttocks and fingers. Kakooza, currently undergoing treatment at Mukama Afaayo Medical …

A group of Members of Parliament has raised concerns over the government’s intention to increase the number of justices in the Supreme Court by 21 and the Court of Appeal by 55, as outlined in the Judicature (Amendment) Bill, 2023, presented by the Minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs, Norbert …

In a noteworthy development within Uganda’s financial landscape, the Bank of Uganda (BoU) has officially issued an operating license to Armada Credit Bureau (Armada CRB), solidifying its status as the fourth credit bureau in the country. This licensing signifies the regulatory authority’s acknowledgment of Armada CRB’s unwavering commitment to upholding …

Aloysius Mukasa Talton Gold, the Member of Parliament for Lubaga South, has categorically rejected allegations of financial indebtedness, dismissing the accusations as malicious propaganda orchestrated by political adversaries aiming to undermine his dedicated service to constituents. Parliament Urges Improved Banking Access for Successful Implementation of Parish Development Model Responding to …