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ADF suspect arrested with bomb assembling items in Iganga

The suspect whose identity was vividly concealed by police for security reasons is a prime suspect behind numerous attacks on police and...

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How nine people were killed in Freedom City mall stampede on New year’s eve

One of the survivors, businesswoman Sylvia Nakalema, says the stampede began "when we went to view the fireworks on the platform and...

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Support locals from communities you hail, Dr Lubega tasks LUPA members

Dr Lubega, the patron of LUPA was addressing members of LUPA at their end-of-year party and annual general meeting that took place...

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FULL LIST: Baleke, Kirunda voted among Busoga’s top performers in 2022

The awards that were organized by Busoga Bloggers Association ranks the best performing personalties in the region, especially those serving in government...

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Revellers kill DJ for refusing to play requested song

Salim Moriasi alias DJ Goodie was killed on Christmas day at 1 am following a scuffle in the club over the playing of...

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MP Nakato Annet lobbies health centre, school for Buyende locals from Orthodox Church

The Buyende district woman member of parliament Hon Nakato Mary Annet in partnership with the Orthodox Church have assured residents of Gumpi...

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KAMULI: Couple arrested over murder of their six-year-old son

The child's body was brought to Kamuli General Hospital for an autopsy, whose results were not out by the time of filing...

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Prophet Kakande asks believers to pay Shs500k for new year’s “special touch”

In a video that has since gone viral on social media, Pastor Kakande has invited his flock for a new year’s service,...

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Late Olemukan’s daughter eyes Bukedea LC5 seat

Moses Olemukan, 49, died on December 17 at Mulago Cancer Institute after serving in the seat as Bukedea LC5 Chairman for seven...

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Unknown thugs set fire on Hoima State Attorney’s office, several case files burnt to ashes

The thugs reportedly gained entrance into the offices through the behind part of the building after cutting the chain link and one...

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Two killed, one injured in Kumi explosion

The deceased have been identified as Dinah Acham, 2, and Josephine Ingolet, 5, while the injured is Emmanuel Epaja,7 years, all residents...

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Nine dead, 12 injured in Masaka-Mbarara road accident

It is alleged that a Mercedes Benz Actros trailer had a rear tyre bust, lost control and crossed over to the lane...

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EXPOSED: Why Minister Amongi badly wants Byarugaba out of NSSF after refusing to be given Shs6bn

In her rushed letter she copied to the Attorney General, Amongi directed that Ayota who is older than Byarugaba be appointed NSSF...

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Pastors warned against harmful New Year prophecies

Millions of Christians often gather in churches to hear their pastors make proclamations about the new year, with the messages often ranging...

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55 dead, 212 injured in Christmas accidents

The Traffic Police Directorate has revealed that at least 55 people lost their lives and 212 injured in accidents registered during the...

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Police suspends 27 officers over misconduct

The implicated officers are accused of extorting money from suspects, mismanaging cases, executing illegal arrests, theft of exhibits, and alcoholism among other...

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Tension, uncertainty ahead of Makerere Convocation elections

Makerere University Convocation is set to elect a new executive Committee on December 30, 2022. However, the new leadership will not take office until April 2023.