- December 20, 2025
- John William Ogenda
Brig Gen Kayanja Takes Over as UPDF Contingent Commander in Somalia
The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) contingent serving under the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) has undergone a change of command, with Brigadier General Jackson Kayanja…
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- December 20, 2025
- John William Ogenda
EC Warns Candidates Against Mobilising Voters to ‘Protect’ Votes at Polling Stations
The Electoral Commission (EC) has warned presidential candidates to stop mobilising supporters to remain at polling stations under the guise of “protecting” or “demanding” votes, saying the practice is illegal…
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- December 20, 2025
- John William Ogenda
Police Arrest 70 in Overnight Crime Crackdown in Kampala
Kampala Metropolitan Police have arrested 70 men during an overnight operation targeting suspected criminals in crime-prone areas of the city, as security agencies intensify efforts to ensure public safety during…
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- December 19, 2025
- John William Ogenda
Mafabi Courts Kalangala Fishermen with Gear, Security and Market Pledges
Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) presidential candidate Nathan Nandala Mafabi has promised wide-ranging judicial reforms and targeted economic support for fishing communities, saying both are critical to restoring public trust…
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- December 19, 2025
- John William Ogenda
Local Council Tenure Extended Again by Cabinet
Cabinet has approved a further extension of the term of office of Local Council I and II, as well as Women Councils, for a period not exceeding 180 days, citing…
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- December 19, 2025
- John William Ogenda
Prisons Dismiss Warder Ampe Lawrence Over Social Media Posts
Uganda Prisons Service has dismissed warder Lawrence Ampe following disciplinary proceedings related to his social media activity, in which he publicly criticised senior officials and alleged corruption and human rights…
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- December 19, 2025
- John William Ogenda
How TikTok Trail Led Police to Missing Six-Year-Old Kidnap Victim
Security agencies have rescued a six-year-old boy who was allegedly kidnapped from Kawempe Division in Kampala and later traced to Wakiso District. The child, identified as Mpirwe Tumwesigye Abraham, was…
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- December 19, 2025
- John William Ogenda
Museveni Warns Against Riots, Says Security Is Prepared
President Yoweri Museveni has issued a stern warning to individuals planning to riot, saying the state will respond decisively to any attempts to cause violence or disorder. Addressing the media…
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- December 17, 2025
- John William Ogenda
Two-Year-Old Drowns In Unfinished Pool in Nakawa
Police in Kira Division have registered a case of death by drowning involving a two-year-old child, as investigations continue and authorities call for heightened vigilance around water hazards. The deceased…
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- December 17, 2025
- John William Ogenda
Nandala Promises Tax Relief And Better Services in Bukomansimbi
Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) presidential candidate Nathan Nandala Mafabi has pledged to deliver tax relief and improved public services as he continued his campaign in Bukomansimbi and Sembabule districts.…
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