Gen Muhoozi Calls for Death Penalty After Ggaba Child Killings
Uganda’s Chief of Defence Forces, Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has called for the death penalty following the brutal killing of four children at Ggaba Early Childhood Development Program School details continue to emerge about the incident, which occurred within a school premises in the Kampala suburb under what investigators describe as violent and
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
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
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
NGO Funding Bill Draws Scrutiny Over Harsh Sanctions
A proposed law aimed at tightening control over how non governmental organizations access and utilize foreign funding is drawing growing scrutiny over its severe penalties and potential implications for accountability in Uganda. The NGO Funding Bill, currently before Parliament in petition form, seeks to introduce stricter state oversight of external
DPP Drops Charges Against Lawyer Mabirizi, New Counts Instituted
The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) has dropped four charges against lawyer Male Mabirizi following a Constitutional Court ruling that nullified the relevant law. “Following the ruling of the Constitutional Court, the DPP informs this court that proceedings against Male Mabirizi are discontinued,” said state prosecutor Richard Birivumbuka. However, the
Minister Nabakooba Survives Road Crash in Mpigi District
The Minister for Lands, Housing, and Urban Development, Judith Nabakooba, reportedly survived a road accident at Kibukuta Swamp in Mpigi District. She was traveling to Rwampara District to attend an official ceremony to hand over land titles when the incident occurred. Developing story.
Over 190 Children Defiled by HIV-Positive Suspects -Police
A total of 10,492 defilement cases were reported to police in 2025, down from 12,312 cases in 2024, a 14.8% decrease, according to the 2025 Annual Crime Report. Of the 2025 cases, 7,019 were classified as simple defilement, while 3,473 were aggravated cases. The report highlights alarming details about the
