Singer Juliana Mourns the Passing of Her Brother, Eddy Kim
This Wednesday morning, the music world was struck by the untimely passing of Prince Edward Freeman Kim, widely recognized as Eddy Kim, as confirmed by his sister, the singer Juliana, who took to social media to share the heartbreaking news. In a…
Kagadi Land Dispute Triggers Tense Exchange Between MP Tinkasiimire and Lands Minister Nabakoba
Buyaga County West’s Member of Parliament, Banarbars Tinkasiimire, engaged in a fiery confrontation with Lands Minister Judith Nabakoba over the contentious issue of land grabbing in Ngaiga, Kagadi district. Minister Nabakoba had appeared before…
Uganda : Man Detained for Alleged Murder Over 1000-Shilling Debt Dispute
Law enforcement in Agago district apprehended a 32-year-old man for his suspected involvement in the murder of a 53-year-old individual over an unpaid debt of 1000 shillings. The accused, identified as Okello Aldo Akech, allegedly perpetrated the fatal…
Ministry of Health Directed to Resolve Discrepancies in CT-Scan Fees at Government Hospitals
The Committee on Government Assurances and Implementation has urged the Ministry of Health to address conflicting stances regarding the user fees for Computed Tomography (CT) scan services in government hospitals. During a recent oversight visit aimed at…
Uganda : Fish Maw Dealers Voice Discontent Over 8% Tax, Fear Business Exodus Due to Taxation Impact
Dealers in the fish maw trade have raised strong objections against the 8 percent tax imposed by the government on the product’s total export value in 2021. This tax measure has significantly hampered their operations and profitability, prompting…
Uganda Aids Commission Unveils Translated HIV Guidelines Aimed at Eradicating Stigma
In a proactive move to address the pervasive issue of stigma and discrimination surrounding HIV, the Uganda Aids Commission (UAC) has recently introduced a translated iteration of the national policy guidelines. These guidelines specifically target the…
American Couple Pleads Guilty to Child Torture, Fined UGX 100M in Uganda
The legal scenario involving an American couple, Nicholas and Mackenzie Spencer, took a significant turn as they confessed to multiple charges, including child torture, child neglect, illegal residence, and working without appropriate permits or special…
IGG Explains Decision to Drop Charges Against Former UNBS Director David Ebiru
In a recent development, the Office of the Inspector General of Government (IGG) defended its decision to withdraw charges against David Livingstone Ebiru, the former Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS) Executive Director. Patricia Achan, the…
High Court Demands Appearance of Allegedly Tortured 10-Year-Old in Case Against American Couple
The High Court has issued an order demanding the presence of a 10-year-old child, allegedly subjected to torture by an American couple, after the Office of the Director of Public Prosecution (DPP) was instructed to produce the child. Nicholas and…
Kasana Junior School : Tragic Dormitory Fire in Masaka Claims Seven Young Lives; Authorities Investigate Cause
In a heart-wrenching incident at Kasana Junior School in Masaka City, the devastating toll from the dormitory fire has tragically climbed to seven lives lost. What initially began as news of two pupils succumbing to the fire on Monday has now escalated,…
