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Boda-riding gunmen kill forex bureau guard, arrested by police

KAMPALA: The police in Kampala have arrested three gunmen who shot and killed a guard at a forex bureau in Kabusu, Rubaga Division. Kampala Metropolitan Police deputy spokesperson Luke Owoyesigyire said the suspects were arrested with two guns, one of which belonged to the dead guard. Below is the full statement by Owoyesigyire. "On the evening of March 19th, 2024, a tragic incident unfolded in Kabusu, Rubaga Division. Three assailants on motorcycles, armed with a rifle, perpetrated a heinous act resulting in the loss of life of Mr. Agama Peter, a  security guard affiliated with Wolves Security Group . Mr. Agama, a male adult approximately 36 years old, was fatally shot while on duty at Banxele Forex bureau Kabuusu branch and his firearm was forcibly taken. Eyewitnesses reported the swift  departure of the assailants, leaving Mr. Agama fatally wounded. Swift […]

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NUP rebel MPs defy Bobi, refuse to attend urgent meeting

At least 18 MPs who scribe to the National Unity Platform (NUP) did not turn out for the Tuesday meeting, sending mixed signals to a party already engulfed in controversies. Party president Robert Kyagulanyi (Bobi Wine) convened the meeting to lambast the legislators on matters of corruption in the House only for 18 to turn down the invites. After the meeting Bobi Wine posted: "This afternoon, we were delighted to interact with the @NUP_Ug's Members of Parliament with whom we discussed a number of issues." "Most importantly, I charged them to individually and collectively take a firm stand against corruption and abuse of public funds, otherwise our people will start asking questions," he added. "The only thing that will drive a clear distinction between us and those we seek to drive out of power is how and where we stand […]

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Tourism bosses, UPDF clash over ADF announcements

Key players in the tourism industry have expressed over the recent announcement by the military about the infiltration of ADF rebels into the country. The tourism officials say the communication by the army was bad for business as it kept foreign travellers away from the country. The Uganda Tourism Board (UTB) has thus requested for Shs5b to engage international media in order to counter the threat posed to Uganda's tourism sector, following the pronouncement by UPDF that the ADF rebels had infiltrated into Uganda, with an intention to carry out revenge attacks. UTB said that tourists have already started cancelling their bookings following these reports. Early this week, the army said a number of top ADF commanders had crossed into the country with intentions of attacking various places. Last year, ADF rebels killed two tourists and a driver in Queen […]

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MPs grill Entebbe Zoo bosses over sh10b lions’ share

KAMPALA: Members of Parliament on the Tourism Committee have tasked officials from Uganda Wildlife Education Centre (UWEC) with providing a breakdown for the Shs10b requested for lion breeding. The legislators said Tuesday they wouldn't accept 'landing themselves in problems' by trying to defend an exorbitant figure they know nothing about. The MPs expressed worry that the high figure might be used to buy lions which might not even give birth. They further said a private breeder in Butambala was keeping more lions at a lower cost compared to the figure quoted by UWEC. See dialogue below Richard Gafabusa MP (Bwamba County): With Shs10Bn, how many additional lions do we expect? This is (money) for one financial year. So, if we give you Shs10Bn beginning July 2024, by June 2025, how many additional lions? David Musingo, Acting ED-UWEC: The starting stock, […]

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Court sets date for trial of Katanga murder case

BY URN. KAMPALA. High Court Criminal Division Judge Isaac Muwata has set July 2nd, 2024, as the trial commencement date for businesswoman Molly Katanga and her two daughters, accused of the murder of businessman Henry Katanga.  The decision follows a planning meeting involving the judge, Katanga’s legal team, and the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP). According to the prosecution, Henry Katanga was fatally shot by his wife, Molly, on November 2nd, 2023, at their residence in Kampala.  The prosecution alleges Molly’s daughters tampered with crucial evidence, and two others are charged as accessories after the murder. While granted bail, Molly remains in remand at Luzira Women’s Prison, pending a bail hearing on April 3rd, 2024.  In her application, Molly asserts her innocence, citing medical concerns and family responsibilities, and proposes prominent figures as sureties. The court will consider […]

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South Sudanese officials rally Ugandan media to boost economic development

JUBA: A team of South Sudanese officials have rallied Ugandan media houses to promote the country as one of the best investment destinations in the region. Senior government officials from the Embassy of the Republic of South Sudan in Uganda embarked on an initiative in collaboration with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation to promote South Sudan’s visibility in trade and economic development within the region. The initiative aims to shed more light on the investment opportunities in the country and on the forthcoming General Elections scheduled for December 2024. Ugandan media houses were engaged in a five-day media tour from 11th – 15th March to showcase South Sudan’s significant achievements and highlight its potential as a key player in the East Africa. Media houses such as the East African, KFM Radio, Uganda Broadcasting Corporation (UBC), Nile Post, […]

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High Court acquits suspects in Gen Katumba Wamala attempted murder case

KAMPALA: Yusuf Nyanzi, the primary suspect in the attempted murder of Gen Katumba Wamala in June 2021, has been cleared of charges by the High Court. Nyanzi, who has spent time in Luzira prison over eight years and is involved in three separate high-profile murder cases, including those of Maj Muhammad Kiggundu and former police spokesperson Andrew Felix Kaweesi, was released alongside Hussein Sserubula due to insufficient evidence linking them to terrorism charges and the murder of Katumba's daughter and driver, as well as the attempted murder of Katumba himself. However, charges including murder, attempted murder, terrorism, aggravated robbery, and affiliation with a terrorist organization have been confirmed against six other accused individuals by the same court. These charges stem from various criminal activities within the Kampala Metropolitan area, including murders, robberies, and attempted murders. The accused are implicated in […]

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Tragic incident: Ugandan Doctor’s dog kills infant

WAKISO. In a heartbreaking incident reported by the police, a baby boy lost his life on Monday after being attacked by a dog inside the home of Dr. Andrew Obuku, a former president of the Ugandan doctor's association. The tragic event occurred around 10 am at Dr. Obuku's residence in Canaan Estate, Mawugulu cell, Katabi town council, Wakiso district. The dog, belonging to Dr. Obuku, managed to escape from its kennel and viciously attacked the infant, resulting in fatal injuries. The baby, under the care of a newly recruited caretaker named Nuwarinda Sharon, was placed on the veranda while Sharon attended to household chores. Sharon recounted her desperate attempt to intervene as she witnessed the dog approaching the child. Despite her efforts, the dog overpowered her, inflicting severe injuries to both the child and herself. Unfortunately, the baby succumbed to […]

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Breaking News: NRM CEC hunt for Among replacement as impeachment looms

As the ruling party goes up in flames over extravagant Speaker Anita Among's lifestyle, the NRM Central Executive Committee (CEC) has been directed to hunt for a new head of Legislature. News reaching out headquarters indicates that despite meeting president Yoweri Museveni, Among did not give satisfactory explanation over her spending, resulting in the party Chairman directing otherwise. The CEC Members who returned from supervising the registration exercise after pocketing shs50m each from the party Secretariat are now hunting for Among's replacement. Thomas Tayebwa, the Deputy Speaker has already been tipped for the job given his warm relationship with the CEC members. It is said Tayebwa and some CEC members such as Mike Mukula, Chris Baryomunsi, Godfrey Kiwanda, Mwesigwa Robert Rukaari, Gaddafi Nasur and Rebecca Kadaga as well as Al Haji Moses Kigongo are quite friendly. Sources say that Among […]

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