Uganda Martyrs University ordered to pay former employee Shs 8M over delayed gratuity
The High Court has ordered Uganda Martyrs University (UMU), Nkozi, to pay a former employee Shs 8 million in general damages for delaying payment of his gratuity and terminal benefits for about six years after his employment contract expired. The Industrial Division of the High Court awarded Oyo Vincent Shs
Army court sentences two informers to death over staged bombings
The General Court Martial has sentenced two former army informers to death for their roles in orchestrating two staged suicide bombings that claimed the lives of two women in Kampala, rejecting pleas for leniency despite their admission of guilt. Adil Walusansa and Hamza Lyavala were handed the death penalty on
Luyombya secures reprieve as court freezes removal from Nakawa council seat
National Unity Platform (NUP) councillor Godfrey Luyombya has secured temporary relief from the Chief Magistrate’s Court at Nakawa, which has halted the implementation of a ruling that stripped him of his Nakawa Division II council seat and declared his rival, Emmanuel Kitosi of the National Resistance Movement (NRM), the rightful
Over 920,000 Pupils Begin 2026 PLE
More than 920,000 pupils across Uganda today began their Primary Leaving Examinations (PLE), with the Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB) warning candidates, teachers and examination officials against malpractice as authorities tighten supervision of the national assessment exercise. The two-day examinations, which started on Tuesday, November 3, will determine the next
Security Forces Arrest Retired Gen Elwelu in Soroti
Security forces have arrested retired Lt Gen Peter Elwelu in Soroti City over allegations of involvement in subversive activities and plans to destabilise the Teso sub-region. According to information released by Cris Magezi, the Acting Director of communications on Monday evening, Elwelu had been on the run before his arrest.
Former Iganga Woman MP Olivia Kwagala dies after long illness
Former Iganga District Woman Member of Parliament Olivia Kabaale Kwagala, popularly known as Muliro Mulege, has died after a prolonged illness, bringing to an end a political career marked by advocacy for improved public services and development in her home district. Kwagala, 57, died at a hospital in Kampala, where
Comedian Kapere dies, leaving behind a legacy of laughter
Ugandan comedian Yokana Mbuuse, popularly known as Kapere Lufotose, has died, bringing to an end a career in which he turned his distinctive appearance into a source of laughter, fame and livelihood. The death of Kapere was announced on Sunday evening by National Unity Platform (NUP) president Robert Kyagulanyi, alias
Olivia Lutaaya freed again, vows loyalty to Bobi Wine
National Unity Platform (NUP) supporter Olivia Lutaaya has been released from prison for the second time in two years, vowing to remain loyal to opposition leader Robert Kyagulanyi, popularly known as Bobi Wine, despite spending years in detention over charges linked to her political activities. Lutaaya, who was released on
Uganda, Russia ease travel rules for diplomats
Ugandan ministers, diplomats and other government officials travelling to Russia on official business will no longer need visas after Kampala and Moscow signed an agreement waiving visa requirements for holders of diplomatic and service passports. The agreement is expected to ease official travel between the two countries and strengthen diplomatic
UPDF begins Somalia withdrawal after 19 years of war and sacrifice
The Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) has started withdrawing its troops from Somalia after nearly two decades of military operations, marking a turning point in Uganda’s involvement in the fight against the Al-Shabaab militant group. Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, the Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), announced the start of the
