At the Mutukula border, a tumultuous scene unfolded as the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) impounded several trucks suspected of transporting rice purportedly mislabeled as Tanzanian but suspected to have been imported from Pakistan. The unfolding dispute has sparked outrage among rice importers, leading to a road blockade and heightened tensions …
Read More »HRW Accuses Ugandan Authorities of Harassing Activists Against TotalEnergies Oil Project
Human Rights Watch (HRW) released a report on Thursday, accusing Ugandan authorities of engaging in the harassment, arrest, and physical abuse of activists and demonstrators protesting against a significant East African oil project led by the French company TotalEnergies. The $10-billion project, a joint effort by TotalEnergies and the China …
Read More »Lions Club of Uganda Establishes State-of-the-Art Eye Hospital in Rwenzori Region
In a significant leap forward for the Rwenzori region, the Lions Club of Uganda has inaugurated a modern eye care hospital. This cutting-edge facility is poised to revolutionize eye care services in the area, offering specialized treatment to patients and catering to a vast expanse of residents who previously had …
Read More »Paul Put Named Uganda Cranes’ New Head Coach in Ambitious Transition Period
In an announcement made by FUFA President Moses Magogo at a press conference held at the FUFA Complex in Mengo on Thursday morning, former Congo Coach Paul Put was unveiled as the new head coach of the Uganda Cranes. The accomplished coach has inked a two-year contract. Taking the reins …
Read More »Men in Military Attire Raid Mbale Forex Bureau, Steal Millions in Heist
Mbale City was jolted by a stunning incident on the evening of November 1, 2023, as a group of men dressed in military uniforms raided a forex bureau office, making off with millions of shillings. As per Rogers Taitika, the spokesperson for the Elgon region police, the men, driving Haria …
Read More »Former Mbale District Vice Chairperson Demands Accountability for District-Acquired Motorcycles
During a budget conference held on Wednesday, November 1st, at Malukhu Lukhobo Hall, the former vice chairperson of Mbale District Local Government and Bungokho Sub County councilor, Tonny Wamakale, pressed the district executive for accountability regarding two motorcycles procured by the district in 2022. Mbale district had acquired two motorcycles …
Read More »S.4 Candidate Beats Up Teacher, Misses History Paper
A student, identified as an S.4 candidate from Kitayundwa Seed Secondary School in Kamuli district, missed sitting for their History 241 paper after reportedly assaulting a teacher, resulting in police involvement. The unnamed candidate allegedly turned violent on October 24, 2023, leading to an altercation where a teacher was attacked. …
Read More »Safety Concerns Heighten as Nakhaya Bridge in Namisindwa District Nears Collapse
The Nakhaya Bridge, situated in Buwatuwa Sub County of Namisindwa district, linking the district to Manafwa, faces imminent collapse, stirring alarm and raising safety concerns among local leaders and residents. Buwatuwa Sub County, located in the southern region, is grappling with a pressing issue related to the deteriorating condition of …
Read More »NUP Leader Bobi Wine Postpones Party Headquarters Launch Amid Security Concerns
The National Unity Platform (NUP), the opposition political party, yielded to the directive of Yasin Ndidde, Deputy Resident City Commissioner of Kawempe, by postponing the much-anticipated launch of their new party headquarters. Speaking in Kamwokya, Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, the President of NUP, explained their decision to shift the opening of …
Read More »UHRC Summons MP Gilbert Olanya Over Alleged Hate Speech and Sectarian Remarks
The Uganda Human Rights Commission (UHRC) has taken a notable step by summoning Gilbert Olanya, the Member of Parliament for Kilak South, concerning accusations of hate speech and sectarian comments. This move was prompted by his statements regarding the Balaalo community in Northern Uganda. Mariam Wangadya, the Commission’s chairperson, addressed …
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