All posts tagged "National News"
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539NationalOver 150 benefit from free ear treatment camp in Kamuli
The camp, held at Maria’s Care School for the Deaf, brought together medical experts to screen, treat, and counsel patients suffering from...
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350NationalZombo residents rebuild washed-away Nyagak footbridge after Easter rains
Simon Kisa, the area councillor for Patek Parish in Jangokoro Sub-County, said residents quickly mobilised labour, materials, and financial contributions, some as...
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2.5KNewsWife of Jailed NUP deputy spokesperson Waiswa Mufumbiro, dies at Mulago
Edith's passing comes at a time when her husband Alex Waiswa Mufumbi remains on remand at Luzira Upper Prison, where he is...
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483CrimePolice K9 unit tracks and arrests motorcycle thief in Adjumani
Police say the increasing deployment of K9 units has significantly enhanced suspect tracking and recovery of stolen property, particularly in cases involving...
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743CrimeOver 120 suspects arrested as security cracks down on Kampala crime gangs
Kampala, Uganda: A joint security operation by Police and the UPDF has resulted in the arrest of over 120 suspects in a...
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861CourtGgaba daycare murder suspect charged, remanded to Luzira
Chrstopher Okello Onyum, the suspect in the Ggaba daycare killings has been remanded after appearing in court over the murder of four...
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520NewsOver 40,000 fathers undergo training to fight domestic violence in families
Through the REAL Fathers Project, over 40,000 young men in Buyende are being transformed into responsible, engaged and loving parents—cutting violence and...
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568FootballUganda injects Shs2.2 trillion for AFCON 2027 preparations
Over Shs2.2 trillion has been committed to AFCON 2027—and officials say it will take a “whole-of-country” effort to deliver Africa’s biggest football...
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567News15-year-old boy killed by speeding motrocycle in Namayingo road crash
The motorcycle rider, identified as Kabende Vincent, sustained head injuries and is currently admitted at Victory Medical Centre, while the deceased’s body...
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501NewsShs79m bridges to open up isolated communities in Kole
The bridges now link Alito, Okwerodot, and Aboke sub-counties to each other and to Lira City—routes that were previously impassable during rainy...
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559NationalEaster in Zombo: Security, clergy unite against mob justice
Security officials joined Easter celebrations in Zombo, using the platform to warn against mob justice and promote peace, vigilance, and moral renewal...
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802NewsOld Boy singlehandedly fundsfencing of Pallisa school
An old boy has funded the full fencing of Opadoi Primary School in Pallisa, ending years of stalled efforts and boosting school...
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663CrimeCivilian shot dead as police clash with residents during suspect arrest
One person was shot dead in Bugiri on Friday after police opened fire while facing resistance during an arrest operation in Buwunga...
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1.2KBig StoryFirst batch of US deportees arrives in Uganda as legal groups cry foul
On Thursday, the Uganda Law Society and the East Africa Law Society announced they had gone to court to challenge the deportation,...
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713BreakingRetired Supreme Court Justice, Augustine Nshimye dead
Kampala, Uganda: Retired Supreme Court Justice, Augustine Nshimye has passed away, bringing to an end a long and distinguished career in Uganda’s...
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3.6KBig StoryLaw Society moves to block secret deal to dump US aslyum seekers in Uganda
The Uganda-linked deportation plan mirrors similar controversial transfers under US immigration policy, where migrants have been sent to third countries far from...
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557NationalGulu benchmarks Lira excellence to transform regional healthcare services
A delegation from Gulu, led by Board Chairperson Dr Paul Onek Awil, toured key service units at Lira, including the SANAS-accredited satellite...
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458NationalNebbi Elders launch grassroots committees to promote unity, growth and regional devt
The Greater Nebbi Elders Council has rolled out grassroots committees to drive unity, development, and cultural revival across the region.
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462NewsChristians called to embrace patience, forgiveness as Holy Week begins
Palm Sunday marks the beginning of Holy Week, commemorating the triumphant entry of Jesus Christ into Jerusalem. But Fr. Aligi reminded the...
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520NationalCwero HC III named Gulu’s best health facility in latest rankings
wero Health Centre III has emerged as the best-performing health facility in Gulu District, scoring 85 per cent in the latest district...
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552FeaturesUSD7bn Bayer settlement raises fresh questions on agrochemical safety
Bayer’s $7.25 billion settlement over glyphosate has renewed scrutiny of agrochemical safety in Uganda, exposing regulatory gaps and public health risks.
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509News“Turn Your Phones into Paychecks” Apac youth told
Apac RDC Jenan Okot has urged youth to use smartphones for income generation, as over 1,000 young people gain digital skills through...
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553EducationZombo leaders unveil multi-stakeholder plan to improve PLE performance
Zombo leaders have launched a multi-stakeholder plan to reverse poor PLE performance, targeting teacher capacity, supervision, and community mobilisation.
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406NationalPoison 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...