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Police issue traffic guidelines ahead of NAM, G77+China summits

KAMPALA: The traffic Police has issued detailed guidelines for road users ahead of the upcoming 19th NAM and G77+China summits which start Monday and end on Jan 23. Below is the Police statement for road users, especially in Kampala and Wakiso districts. ,............ TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT PLAN FOR THE NON-ALIGNED MOVEMENT & G77+CHINA SUMMITS The following are the expected Diversions Traffic Diversions will only be effected at these points if need arises; At Mpala, Traffic will be diverted to Entebbe Highway.At Kisubi, traffic will be diverted to Nakawuka Road and access Kampala city.At Kajjansi flyover traffic will be diverted to use Kajjansi fly over to Lubowa – Zana.There will be diversions at Serena–Kigo traffic lights, Mutungo–Kitiko traffic lights and Busabala traffic lights for any vehicle sighted along Munyonyo Spur.There will be a security check point to screen all vehicles and diversion […]

admin January 12, 2024

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UNRA to install replica Clock Tower

Following the completion of the relocation and reconstruction of the iconic Clock Tower at Queen’s Way, the Uganda National Roads Authority (UNRA) is actively exploring options to ensure the clock is operational. The original monumental tower, which proudly stood tall for around 66 years, was dismantled amidst protests from city residents and heritage advocates to pave the way for the development of the Kampala Flyover Road Project. Despite the controversy surrounding its removal, due to its historical significance, UNRA assured the public of its restoration at a location just meters away. Recently, the road authority announced the near completion of the redevelopment of Queen’s Way, with the tower restored. However, this accomplishment has raised inquiries about the whereabouts of the famous Queen’s Clock, also known as “Saawa ya Queen,” and the significance of the reconstructed tower without a working clock. […]

admin January 12, 2024

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New Airport terminal launched ahead of NAM conference in Uganda

ENTEBBE. The Uganda Civil Aviation has launched a new terminal ahead of the Non Aligned Movement conference due in Kampala. The new structure now, according to Col. Godfrey Tukamwakira, the project coordinator for the construction works at Entebbe International Airport, has the arrivals and departures terminals, targeting more than a million people in the next few days. “Eventually, we shall keep on upgrading until it gets to 4 million passengers,” says Col Godfrey Tukamwakira. Both terminals have now been equipped with more space to further support easy handling of passengers who want to jet in and out of the country. A number of high end specifications in construction, with a canopy that serves all guests to be able to carry on with their activities even when it is raining, avoiding weather hindrances. “We are going to continue working because we […]

admin January 12, 2024

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Defence Ministry seeks Shs2.5 billion for EACOP security

PARLIAMENT. Government is seeking Shs2.5 billion to deploy the Uganda Peoples Defence Forces (UPDF) to secure the East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP). This was revealed by the Minister of Defence and Veteran Affairs, Hon. Vincent Ssempijja who appeared before the Committee on Defence and Internal Affairs on Thursday, 11 January 2024. The EACOP is a pipeline that will transport oil produced from Uganda’s Lake Albert oilfields to the port of Tanga in Tanzania. The pipeline is buried and once topsoil and vegetation have been re-instated, people and animals will be able to cross freely anywhere along its length. “Tanzania is ready; they have budgeted for security of the pipeline but Uganda is not . This is still a thorn in our back; it is an unfunded priority,” Ssempijja said. Ssempijja who was defending the Defence Ministry’s 2024/2024 budget said […]

admin January 12, 2024

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Museveni retains Byabakama as EC boss

KAMPALA: President Yoweri Museveni has re-appointed Justice Simon Byabakama as the electoral commission boss. Museveni also retained Hajati Aisha Lubega as deputy. Hajat Aisha Lubega The appointments end speculation on whether the president would retain the current team or overhaul it. Below is the appointment letter.

admin January 11, 2024

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Katanga murder: Accused daughter Nkwanzi remanded for destroying evidence

KAMPALA: Martha Nkwanzi, a daughter to the late businessman Henry Katanga has been remanded to Luzira prison for allegedly destroying evidence in the murder of her father. Nkwanzi surprisingly surrendered herself to Nakawa Chief Magistrate, Erias Kakooza on Wednesday afternoon. The same court on Monday issued a warrant of arrest against her after she was again a no-show in court. During the court session on Monday, the defence team, represented by McDusman Kabega, along with lawyers; Bruce Musinguzi and Jet Tumwebaze, stated that Nkwanzi is recuperating at Roswell Hospital following a childbirth. The prosecution, however, challenged the information presented, labelling it hearsay, and maintained the necessity of a warrant for Nkwanzi's arrest citing repeated failure to appear in court without justifiable reasons. Court heard that on November 2, 2023, at Mubya Chwa II, Nakawa Division, Kampala city, knowing that diverse […]

admin January 11, 2024

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No witnesses as Arinaitwe’s sex trafficking case stalls

BY URN A case in which Detective Superintendent of Police Gilbert Arinaitwe Bwana is accused of sexually trafficking his 23-year-old housemaid is on the verge of dismissal due to the absence of state witnesses. Buganda Road Chief Magistrates Court has given a three-week ultimatum to the Director of Public Prosecutions to produce witnesses in this case or dismiss the case at the next hearing session scheduled for  February 7 for lack of evidence. The ultimatum came after the prosecution led by Judith Nyamwiza informed the court presided over by Chief Magistrate Ronald  Kayizzi that the witnesses were unreachable on their telephone contacts. It is against this background that the Chief Magistrate ruled that if Arinaitwe committed any crime, the State should come ready to prosecute him. He observed that the accused Officer who is on interdiction, receiving half pay, and […]

admin January 10, 2024

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Doctors want Katanga widow cross-examined from hospital bed

KAMPALA: The government has formed a committee to scrutinize the health condition of Molly Katanga, who stands accused of the murder of her husband, tycoon Henry Katanga. Dr. Henry Mwebesa, the Director General of Health Services in the Ministry of Health, put together a highly specialised committee upon the request of the Directorate (CID). The aim was to assess Molly Katanga's capability to be released from C-Care Hospital, Kampala (IHK) to provide a police statement and subsequently appear in court on 8th January 2024. The committee, comprising esteemed medical professionals such as Dr. Joel Kiryabwire, Dr. Norbert Orwotho, Dr. Jane Nakibuuka, Dr. Robert Ssentongo, and Dr. Noeline Nakasujja, has released a detailed report on Ms. Katanga’s condition. According to the report, “Ms. Molly Katanga sustained significant injuries and was admitted to C-Care Hospital on 2nd November 2023. She had multiple […]

admin January 10, 2024

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Besigye attacks Museveni over stolen matooke

KAMPALA: The former leader of the Forum for Democratic Change, Col (Rtd) Dr Kiiza Besigye has attacked President Yoweri Museveni’s government after thieves stole bunches of matooke from his plantation in Wakiso district. “Six large bunches of bananas (Matooke) were stolen from our small Kasangati garden last night!” Besigye posted on his social media handle on X, formerly Twitter. “This is why many people have resorted to sleeping in their gardens- guarding. It’s a compound socioeconomic challenge Uganda faces after 40 yrs of M7/NRM Junta’s rule!” Besigye added. He closed his post by giving Museveni a ‘red’ card. Comments flow in: Dr George posted: “Thats thefty. Report it to police instead of compounding it. Some people are naturally thieves even if you do what they will still steal. But when you report to police they can be arrested, and this […]

admin January 10, 2024

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Police net two soldiers in foiled Kawempe mobile money robbery

KAMPALA: Two soldiers have been arrested following a foiled robbery at a mobile money agent in Kawempe, Kampala. The soldiers had robbed sh600,000 when they run out of luck following a successful interception by police officers. Luke Owoyesigyire, the deputy spokesperson for Kampala Metropolitan Police, said the suspects were found with a pistol and several bullets. Below is the full police statement: In a decisive intelligence-led operation on January 8, 2024, around 11 am, officers from Kawempe Police Division, specifically Katale Police Station, successfully apprehended two suspects involved in an aggravated robbery in Maganjo A Zone, Maganjo Parish, Nabweru Sub-County, Wakiso District. The arrested individuals have been identified as UPDF officer Kyaligonza Robert and Ssekyanzi Elia. The operation unfolded when vigilant officers noticed the suspects carrying a bag suspected to contain stolen money. Despite attempts to evade arrest, the officers […]

admin January 9, 2024