By Amos Ssemuwemba Captain Mike Mukula has offered a reward of Shs 10 million for information leading to the apprehension of the driver responsible for the fatal accident that claimed the life of former Moroto Municipality MP Simon Peter Aleper. Aleper, aged 50, succumbed to severe injuries including a shattered body parts following a road…
By Amos Ssemuwemba A major forgery scandal has unfolded at the Police Training School Kabalye in Masindi District, resulting in the arrest of 69 trainee police officers. These individuals, who were aspiring to become probation police constables, are accused of submitting forged academic documents during the recruitment process. Between July 13 and July 20,…
By Amos Ssemuwemba Uganda has recently been a nation of discontent. Strikes have erupted across various sectors, from healthcare to education, with citizens voicing their frustrations over economic hardship, governance issues, and service delivery. As the streets buzz with protest and the country grapples with the impact of these strikes, opinions are divided on whether…
By Amos Ssemuwemba Joseph Tamale Mirundi Jr., the son of the outspoken Ugandan political analyst Tamale Mirundi, recently spoke out during an interview on the talk show “Inside Out,” hosted by Sir Simon. During the interview, he expressed gratitude for the financial support his family has received for his father’s ongoing medical treatment. Tamale Mirundi…
By Amos Ssemuwemba A court in Kampala has convicted seven Chinese nationals for illegally drilling in the Lwera wetland located in Central Uganda. The group initially claimed to be tourists but later admitted guilt. This plea came during a hearing at the Chief Magistrate’s Court of Standards, Utilities, and Wildlife in Makindye, overseen by Magistrate…
The National Environment Management Authority has implemented its warning to individuals encroaching on wetlands. Karim Ray and Eric Avunalo were detained at Luzira Prisons on July 4, 2024, subsequent to admitting guilt for breaching the conditions outlined in the Environment and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA) regulations, in the presence of the Chief Magistrate of Standards…
Government has guaranteed the impossibility of replicating the registration plates, thanks to the thorough security protocols they undergo. Winston Katushabe, the Commissioner of Transport Regulation and Safety, during a press briefing on June 4, 2024 detailed the three complex system processes – the booking system, verification system, and stop control system. These processes enable the…
Instead of being charged 720,000 Ugandan shillings per connection, the Ministry of Energy has provided an opportunity for domestic users free electricity connections. However, users are strongly advised to assume full responsibility and engage professional electricians during the connection.”We are committed to ensuring universal access to clean energy by 2030, leaving no one behind,” stated…
Sunday, June 16, 2024 By Nakitto Joselyn Elizabeth The Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) has appealed to the clearing agents to take on the Continuous Professional Development (CPD) training to improve their role in the supply chain. Abel Kagumire, the Commissioner of Customs has emphasized the importance of the training, highlighting its detailed modules pertaining to…
Saturday, June 15, 2024 By Nakitto Joselyn Elizabeth. As the world anticipates for the commemoration of the African Child’s Day on June 16, 2024, the Children’s Parliament has gathered over 500 children at Kiryadongo district headquaters today June 15, 2024 to discuss and advocate for their right to education and needs.Tallea Franco, Assistant Commissioner for…
