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SH-ACU led operation sees six Gold Scammers Arrested, Remanded in Entebbe

ENTEBE. In a major breakthrough for the fight against illegal dealing in minerals, six suspects, some Entebe Airport staff have been arrested and charged for a gold scam at Entebbe International Airport. The suspects were apprehended following a directive from the President of Uganda, who instructed the Anti-Graft Unit (SHACU) to investigate the matter. The operation, which took place on 30th September 2024, involved a collaborative effort between SHACU, the Criminal Investigation Directorate (CID), and the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP). The team targeted individuals involved in the illegal trade of minerals, particularly gold, at the airport. Among the arrested suspects are prominent figures such as Kananura Daniel, a businessman, Mpomba Richard and Muhwezi Benon, both clearing agents at Entebbe International Airport, Nkahirwa Pascal, a clearing agent in Kampala, Mujuzi John Keneddy, a cleaner at the airport, […]

admin October 11, 2024

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SH-ACU arrests town agents, two others over PDM fraud

KABAROLE. Four people have been arrested in connection with allegations of extorting money from numerous members of various SACCOs and enterprise groups in Kabarole. Kobusingye Esther, who serves as the Town Agent for Kibasi ward in Kibasi Town Council, along with Godfrey Busingye, Town Agent for Kinyererezi ward in Kijura Town Council, are currently facing charges before the Chief Magistrates Court in Fortportal. Additionally, two leaders from the PDM SACCO are involved in this case. They include Fred, the Chairperson of Kabedde Ward PDM SACCO, and Mugabe Robert, the Vice Chairperson of Kibedde ward PDM SACCO, all hailing from Kabarole district. The charges they are facing revolve around allegations of extorting money from numerous members of various SACCOs and enterprise groups. The accused individuals are accused of engaging in fraudulent activities between November 2023 and September 2024. During this period, […]

admin October 8, 2024

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SH-ACU arrests corrupt district boss

KAMPALA. State House anti-corruption Unit (SH-ACU) in its dedication to fighting against corruption until the nation reaches a pivotal moment and eliminate this wrongdoing has arraigned a district boss in court. Mr. Mpuga David, the Chairperson of the Rakai District Service Commission, was captured following numerous complaints by SH-ACU led by Gen. Henry Isoke. On Monday, the 7th of January 2024, Mr. Mpuga faced three corruption charges in the Anti-Corruption Court after being accused of soliciting and receiving UGX 20 million from a job applicant in exchange for securing a position as an Agricultural Officer in Rakai District. Despite the payment made, no job offer materialized. Mr. Mpuga refutes all allegations brought against him. The arrest of the accused was carried out jointly by the State House Anti-Corruption Unit, the Uganda Police, and the Office of the Director of Public […]

admin October 8, 2024

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Balondemu fraud charges reinstated as he countersues for shs20bn compensation

KAMPALA. In a dramatic turn of events, the government of Uganda has launched fresh legal proceedings against David Balondemu, a well-known city lawyer and the head of the Kampala district land board, over allegations of fraud. In response, Balondemu has pivoted his legal strategy by filing a civil lawsuit against the Attorney General and a Korean investor, seeking a hefty compensation of 20 billion Ugandan shillings. This move comes after previous criminal charges against him were dismissed by the courts as being malicious. Documents from the civil court, overseen by deputy registrar Simon Kintu Zirintuusa, reveal that the defendants have a limited time frame of 15 days to present their defense against these legal actions. As Balondemu gears up for legal confrontation with both the government and the investor, security agencies have swiftly moved to reinstate the dropped charges by […]

admin September 25, 2024

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Brig Isoke rallies youth on corruption fight

KAMPALA. Brig. Gen. Isoke has emphasized that the youth must consider their individual roles in combating corruption rather than solely blaming the government. He stressed the importance of active participation during the launch of the National Students Participation in the Fight Against Corruption program at Makerere University. Gen. Isoke reiterated the need for analytical thinking and independent actions, highlighting the significant number of complaints received by the Anti-Corruption Center. He also commended President Museveni's efforts in addressing corruption through institutional frameworks and laws. While acknowledging the progress made, he emphasized the collective responsibility in fighting corruption. Gen. Isoke advised the youth to avoid being manipulated and instead focus on intellectual dialogue and rigorous analysis. Col. Edith Nakalema echoed the importance of youth involvement in combatting corruption and highlighted the need for unity and adherence to national development principles. She emphasized […]

admin September 17, 2024

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More than 500 Entebbe families face eviction

BY URN KAMPALA. More than 500 families living on a piece of land located in Manyago Housing Estate in Manyago village in Katabi Town Council, Entebbe Municipality in Wakiso district say they are living in fear and risk being evicted after their land was leased out to a third party without their consent. The families, while addressing a press conference on Thursday through their lawyers led by Stanley Okecho from GEM Advocates, said that the occupants earlier petitioned Court. They then entered into a Consent Judgement that stated that the  sitting tenants be given priority when the Entebbe Municipal Council is leasing out the 15 acre land. According to the Court records seen, it was agreed in the consent Judgement that the occupants shall have one month from the date of filing the consent to apply to Entebbe Municipality Council […]

admin February 17, 2024

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Jubilation in Lira after alleged land graber remanded

On Friday 2nd February jubilations and ululations rocked Lira City as victims of land grabbing and impunity that has for years been exhibited by Betty Amongi’s leading campaigner  tycoon Geoffrey Etwop, was finally brought to an end. Claiming to have deep connections everywhere in Uganda and more so State House, Etwop had distinguished himself as an untouchable land grabber who never spared even public land if it belonged to the Government of Uganda. He had strong backers and collaborators inside the land board that was in charge before Lira was elevated to city status. These would help in falsification of documents to enable the land defrauding in favor of Etwop. His luck ran out on Friday when security operatives the state house anti corruption unit swung into action and arraigned Etwop in the court. His remand to prison excited many. […]

admin February 3, 2024