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Intensified UPDF Patrols Reduce Cross-Border Militia Attacks on Lake Albert
Heightened and intensified patrols on the waters of Lake Albert in Kikuube District have helped curb attacks on Ugandan fishermen by suspected militiamen from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).
Read More »Court Fixes Nandutu’s Iron Sheets Case for Assessors Opinion
The Anti-Corruption Court has fixed April 1, 2026, for assessors to deliver their opinion in the corruption trial of former State Minister for Karamoja Affairs, Agnes Nandutu.
Read More »PFF Criticises UPDF Involvement in Civilian Contracts
The People’s Front for Freedom (PFF) has expressed concern over the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) involvement in government contract awards, warning that the practice is stunting the growth of local companies and poses a risk to the country’s economic development.
Read More »Opposition Seeks Probe into Owino Market Demolition
Parliament has come under pressure to investigate the controversial demolition of St. Balikuddembe (Owino) Market in Kampala after lawmakers raised alarm over alleged inconsistencies in the role of city authorities and reports of fatalities.
Read More »Mulago’s ICU State-of-the-Art Machines Gather Dust Amidst Chronic Staff Shortage
At least 15 high-tech beds inside the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) of Mulago National Referral Hospital are lying idle due to a chronic staffing shortage.
Read More »Over 270 Girls Rescued in Agago After Migrating for Food and Work
Leaders from Agago District and Kotido District have collaborated to rescue more than 274 school-going girls who had migrated to Agago in search of food and casual labour.
Read More »Prolonged Rains Disrupt Salt Business in Katwe
Salt miners in Katwe Town Council in Kasese District are counting losses after Katwe Salt Lake flooded, destroying several salt pans following heavy rains in the area.
Read More »KACITA Boss Sekito Arrested over City Protests
Police have detained the acting chairman of the Kampala City Traders Association (KACITA), Issa Sekito, amid growing tension in downtown Kampala following renewed clashes between traders and security personnel.
Read More »Traders Sue Ham over Nakivubo Channel Construction Following Ravaging Floods
Over 300 city traders have dragged businessman Hamis Kiggundu, the National Environment Management Authority ( NEMA ) and the Kampala Capital City Authority
Read More »Tugume’s Inspire Africa Launches Inaugural Coffee Products Today
Inspire Africa Group (IAG) is holding the official launch of its inaugural coffee products at the Africa Coffee Park in Rwashamaire, Ntungamo District, on Wednesday, 1st October 2025, as the world marks International Coffee Day.
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NUP Retains Joel Ssenyonyi as Leader of Opposition in Parliament
The leadership of the National Unity Platform has retained Joel Ssenyonyi as the Leader of Opposition in Parliament as the party unveiled its new line-up for key opposition positions in the 12th Parliament.
