The Electoral Commission has released an update on the ongoing nomination of candidates for Uganda’s 2025/2026 General Elections. This process, which started on September 3, 2025, is a crucial step in the election roadmap and covers Local Government Councils, Parliamentary, and soon, Presidential nominations. According to the Commission, nominations for municipalities, city divisions, sub-counties, towns,…
The government, through the Ministry of Lands, Housing, and Urban Development (MLHUD), has placed a caveat on disputed land in five villages of Mpigi District to halt illegal activities and investigate ownership claims. The affected villages are Nundu, Kalagala, Nakibanga A, B, and D, all within Kayabwe Town Council. According to Lands Minister Judith Nabakooba,…
A fire broke out at a workshop in Ntinda, Nakawa Division, today, 8th September 2025, around 1:20 pm, causing extensive property damage. Police report that five vehicles were completely destroyed, while two others suffered partial damage. Several machines inside the workshop were also lost in the blaze. The Police Fire Prevention and Rescue Services, working…
The community of Bumanya Sub County is in mourning following the shocking death of its Speaker, Mugonyi Geofrey. His lifeless body was discovered late last night in a swamp known as Wempeele, situated along the road connecting Bumanya Seed Secondary School to Kyani Center. The circumstances surrounding Mugonyi’s death remain unclear, with no suspects identified…
Police have confirmed the arrest of the driver of coaster #UBP991U, which was found overloaded while traveling from Pallisa to Kampala late at night. The vehicle was intercepted at the Jinja New Nile Bridge Checkpoint following a complaint from a concerned passenger who noticed the unsafe conditions. Upon inspection, officers discovered that extra chairs had…
A top police officer, SP Muhindo Moses from Kwania Police Station, was arrested on 7 September 2025 after allegedly opening fire inside Brunos Bar and Night Club in Aduku Town Council following a quarrel with an unidentified person. Four people were shot and sustained serious injuries in the incident. The victims are Alani Lusano, 27,…
Ugandan singer Zex Bilangilangi has stunned fans by selling all his properties and relocating to the United States. Reports say he parted with his houses, cars, and other assets before leaving, signaling a major shift in his personal and professional life. Sources close to the artist revealed that he moved to America to be with…
A fresh wave of sorrow has hit the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) after a new Ebola outbreak has claimed at least 15 lives, health officials confirmed. The outbreak, reported in Kasai province, is already causing fear among residents and concern from international health organizations. The crisis began when a 34-year-old pregnant woman was admitted…
Minister Balaam Barugahara has issued a strong condemnation of the violent assault on presidential advisor Jennifer Nakangubi, popularly known as Full Figure. In a statement shared on his media pages, Balaam described the attack as unacceptable and called on the perpetrators to hand themselves over to the police without delay. A close ally of Gen….
The European Union (EU) Special Representative for the Great Lakes Region, H.E. Johan Borgstam, has praised the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) for their efforts in restoring peace and stability in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The envoy held a meeting with Lt Gen Muhanga Kayanja, Commander of Land Forces, representing the Chief of…
