Matia Kyaligonza’s Son Dies in Hit-and-Run Crash
Kikuube District LC5 Chairperson Banura Peter, son of Uganda’s Ambassador to Burundi Maj. Gen. (Rtd) Matayo Kyaligonza , has died following a fatal hit-and-run road crash, police have confirmed. The incident occurred at Butyamba Village in Kikuube Town Council, where Banura was knocked down by a speeding Toyota Hiace, commonly referred
MP Otukol, Three Others Jailed Over Fraud and Abuse of Office
The Anti-Corruption Court has handed prison sentences to Pallisa District Member of Parliament Otukol Samuel and three co-accused after finding them guilty of causing financial loss, theft, and conspiracy to defraud in a case that exposed abuse of public office. The convictions also implicate Odap Francis, a former Chief Administrative
New Maternity Ward Brings Hope to Mothers in Ntungamo
For years, seeking maternal care at Rubaare Health Centre IV in Ntungamo District was a daunting experience for many mothers. Overcrowded wards, limited delivery space, and long waiting hours often forced expectant mothers to travel long distances in search of safer alternatives. Brenda Kwarisiima, a mother from Rubaare, recalls the
Horror at Ggaba School as Man Kills Four Children
At least four children have been killed in a tragic stabbing incident at Ggaba Early Childhood Development Program School in Makindye Division, Kampala City. The 34-year-old Christopher Okello, killed one girl and three boys. The incident was confirmed by Kampala Metropolitan Police spokesperson, Racheal Kawala, who described it as a
From 4,000 Dreams to 23 Changemakers: Elevate Africa Unveils New Fellowship Class
Elevate Africa has unveiled 23 mid-career professionals from 18 countries as the latest cohort of its prestigious Elevate Africa Fellowship, distilling a continent-wide pool of over 4,000 applicants into a select group of emerging leaders poised to drive change. The organisation revealed that while thousands expressed interest, just over 700
Uganda Shilling Weakens Amid Rising Demand for Hard Currency, Global Tensions
The Uganda shilling opened the month weaker, trading at 3,740/3,750 against the U.S. dollar, compared to 3,715/3,725 at the start of the previous week. The depreciation is attributed to heightened demand for hard currency from energy, manufacturing, and telecommunications sectors, despite inflows from remittances and selective portfolio investors. Richard Nsubuga,
UN Women and Equity Bank Join Forces to Supercharge Women’s Economic Power in Uganda
UN Women and Equity Bank Uganda Limited are taking a bold step to transform the economic landscape for Ugandan women. In a landmark collaboration signed Thursday at Equity Bank’s Boardroom in Church House, the two powerhouses launched a two-year initiative (April 2026–March 2028) aimed at unlocking financial opportunities, boosting
Archbishop Kazimba Warns of Rising Youth Drug Abuse, Urges Faith and Collective Action
The Church of Uganda has issued a stark warning over the escalating crisis of drug and substance abuse among young people, using this year’s Easter message to urge urgent intervention, spiritual renewal, and a united national response. Delivering his 2026 Easter message from the Provincial Secretariat, Archbishop Dr. Stephen Samuel
Police Record Decline in Motor Vehicle Theft
A total of 875 motor vehicles were reported stolen in 2025, according to the newly released annual police crime report, reflecting a notable decline in car theft across the country. The report shows that cases dropped from 999 in 2024 to 875 in 2025, representing a 12.4 percent decrease. Police
UDB Expands Footprint with Mbale Office to Unlock Eastern Uganda’s Economic Potential
Uganda Development Bank (UDB) has intensified its push to drive inclusive economic growth with the launch of a new regional office in Mbale City, signaling a strategic shift toward bringing development financing closer to businesses in Eastern Uganda. The newly opened office, located on Masaba Road, is expected to serve
