UPDF Detains Fr. Ssekabira Over Alleged Subversive Activities
The Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) has confirmed the detention of Rev. Fr. Deusdedit Ssekabira over alleged involvement in violent subversive activities against the state. The announcement was made by Col. Chris Magezi, Acting Director of Defence Public Information. Fr. Ssekabira, a priest of Masaka Diocese and curate at Bumangi
Dr. Grace Lubaale Consecrated as 4th Bishop of Busoga Diocese
Amid jubilation at Kyabazinga Stadium, Rt. Rev. Prof. Dr. Grace Lubaale was consecrated and enthroned as the 4th Bishop of Busoga Diocese, marking a significant moment for the Church of Uganda. The ceremony, presided over by His Grace the Most Rev. Dr. Stephen Samuel Kaziimba, Archbishop of the Church of
Bishop Jjumba Speaks Out on Alleged Kidnapping of Fr. Ssekabira
The Bishop of Masaka Diocese, Rt. Rev. Severous Jjumba, has spoken out about the alleged kidnapping of Rev. Fr. Deusdedit Ssekabira, a priest of Masaka Diocese and curate at Bumangi Parish. Fr. Ssekabira was reportedly abducted by men dressed in Uganda Army uniforms and travelling in a drone vehicle on
Buganda Kingdom Announces Completion of Kasubi Tombs
Buganda Kingdom has announced the completion of renovation works at the Kasubi Tombs. The announcement was made by Katikkiro Charles Mayiga. Katikkiro Mayiga commended the people of Buganda, the central government, and individuals who contributed to the restoration of this historic site. In August, the Kingdom received a Shs 2
Walukagga Petitions Court Over EC Disqualification
The National Unity Platform (NUP) flag-bearer for the Busiro East parliamentary seat, Mathias Walukagga, has petitioned the High Court challenging his disqualification by the Electoral Commission (EC). Through his legal team, led by Kawempe North Member of Parliament Luimbazi Nalukoola, Walukagga contends that he possesses the requisite academic qualifications and
Two Arrested Over Murder of KIU Student
Bushenyi District Police are holding two men in connection with the murder of Linette Karunga, a 21-year-old Kampala International University (KIU) Western Campus student who was found dead on Monday night in Nyakashebeya Village, Nyabubare Parish, Nyabubare Subcounty. According to SP Apollo Tayebwa, the Greater Bushenyi Police spokesperson, the suspects
Inside the Shs 830b Reform Poised to change Uganda’s Spending Rules
The Government of Uganda has unveiled what it calls a groundbreaking USD 200 million (Shs 830 billion) Public Investment Management (PIM) PLUS Operation—an ambitious reform intended to transform how the country plans, prepares, and delivers public investments. At first glance, it looked like a familiar development story: the World Bank
Three lions killed in Queen Elizabeth National Park
Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) has launched investigations into the deaths of three sub-adult lions inside Queen Elizabeth National Park. The incident was detected earlier today using EarthRanger Technology. Guided by satellite signals from a collared lion, moved into Akabale area in Nyamugasani after observing unusual movement patterns. Upon reaching the
Inside $2.3 Billion U.S, Uganda Health Cooperation Agreement
The Government of the United States and the Government of Uganda have signed a five-year, $2.3 billion bilateral health cooperation Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) outlining a comprehensive vision to save lives, strengthen Uganda’s health system, and enhance America’s safety, prosperity, and global health leadership. The MOU advances the U.S.– Uganda bilateral
Ten People perish in Busia Highway road crash
At least ten people have died, and three others have sustained injuries in a fatal road crash that occurred at Busowa Town Council along the Busia Highway in Bugiri District. The crash involved a Toyota Hiace (UBN 817H) and a trailer (UA 647BA/UA 430AA). According to SP Kananura Michael, the
