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583Two police officers arrested for aiding escape of rape suspects
Two police officers in Obongi have been arrested after rape suspects escaped from custody, sparking concerns over prisoner handling and accountability.
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562Kamuli launches multi-billion projects to boost infrastructure, jobs
The initiatives include the construction of Kagumba Sub-county Headquarters valued at Shs150 million, a three-classroom block at Edhirumamwino Primary School—pledged by Yoweri...
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794Bulamagi Investment Forum raises Shs10m to boost malaria eradication drive in Iganga
The funds were raised through contributions and pledges during a mobilisation meeting aimed at supporting the Busoga Malaria Eradication Programme spearheaded by...
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550KAMULI: NGO, district roll out project to support children with disabilities
The ‘A Joyful Play’ project is designed to enhance early childhood learning through inclusive and engaging approaches, ensuring that children with disabilities...
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967TikToker Mukalakasa arrested over alleged sodomy of minor, Balaam denies forgiving him
TikToker Ken Mukulakasa was picked up on Tuesday and is currently detained at Central Police Station Kampala as investigations into the alleged...
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302Babalanda calls for equal opportunities, balanced education as Buyende marks women’s day
Presidency Minister Milly Babalanda has called for balanced education for boys and girls in Buyende, urging inclusive policies to drive empowerment and...
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1.8KTwo suspected motorcycle thieves lynched by mob in Arua
Two men suspected of motorcycle theft were lynched by a mob in Arua City, as police warn against mob justice and launch...
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805One student killed, dozens injured in Budaka school truck crash
According to police, the vehicle was carrying 12 girls, 26 boys, one cook, and two security personnel at the time of the...
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828More suspects netted as gov’t cracks down on PDM extortion
In Kiryandongo District, six individuals, Esther Akello, Margaret Abalo, Patrick Bugumirwa, Joel Aluku, Eunice Amusolo, and Jacob Mukwana, have already been convicted,...
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949Over 100 suspects arrested in Kampala crime crackdown
Police say the crackdown specifically targeted criminal gangs involved in robberies and phone snatching, abuse of narcotic substances, nighttime attacks on pedestrians...
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1.4KNRM South Africa Chapter disowns Museveni Victory Party in Cape Town
NRM leaders in South Africa have disowned a planned Museveni celebration, accusing rivals of hijacking party structures and misleading members.
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990Suspected cattle thief lynched, body set ablaze in Luuka
A Suspected cattle thief has been lynched and burned in Luuka District as leaders condemn mob justice. Police have launched investigations into...
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439Kamuli farmers urged to adopt solar irrigation as drought bites
Experts say solar-powered irrigation could significantly improve productivity, ensure food security, and reduce dependence on rain-fed farming in districts like Kamuli.
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678Kasujja assumes office as Uganda Media Centre Boss
As Executive Director, Kasujja now takes on the role of chief government spokesperson, tasked with strengthening communication between the state, the media,...
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733Gov’t injects Shs3.5bn in Nebbi seed school to boost secondary education
Government has injected Shs3.5bn into construction of Abindu Seed Secondary School in Nebbi Municipality under USEEP to expand access to free and...
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977Emyooga beneficiaries face arrest over loan defaults
Kamuli RDC John Batambuze has warned Emyooga beneficiaries of arrest over loan defaults as SACCO leaders raise alarm over rising defaulters threatening...
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909Kole PDM SACCO boss arrested over extortion, sex-for-funds allegations
A PDM SACCO chairperson in Kole has been arrested over allegations of extortion and sexual exploitation, raising concerns about accountability in Uganda’s...
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758Police recover gun stolen during armed robbery at Wakiso Stabex fuel station
Police have recovered a rifle stolen during a robbery at a Wakiso fuel station after a resident discovered the weapon in her...
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584Poison fears as mass fish death hits Lake Kwania landing sites
A mass fish die-off in Lake Kwania has sparked fears of poisoning, halted fishing activities, and triggered a health alert as authorities...
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783Four injured in Mbale scrap yard explosion
Four people were injured in a suspected explosive incident at a scrap workshop in Mbale, with police recovering fragments and launching investigations...
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656Shs2.4bn River Ora bridge to transform trade for Zombo farmers
A Shs2.4 billion bridge and road project in Zombo is set to transform access to markets for farmers under the National Oilseeds...
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519Four-year-old girl who went missing found dead in parked car at Adjumani police station
The child, identified as Kasikayire Mana Michella, was the granddaughter of Sergeant Angeyo Lucy, an officer attached to the Child and Family...
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1.2KSix charged, remanded over Shs12bn Equity Bank heist
Six Ugandans have been remanded over a Shs12.6 billion cross-border fraud scheme targeting Equity Bank Kigali, with investigations ongoing and bail applications...
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417One injured in Arua truck–motorcycle accident
A motorcyclist was left critically injured in Arua after crashing into a faulty truck parked without proper warning signs, raising concerns over...