Court Convicts Nine in Susan Magara Kidnap, Murder Case
The High Court has convicted nine accused persons in the kidnap and murder of businesswoman Susan Magara, ruling that the prosecution proved its case beyond reasonable doubt. The convicts were found guilty of kidnap with intent to procure a ransom and the consequent murder. Court adjourned the matter to tomorrow
Court is set to deliver its ruling in Susan Magara murder case
Magara, 28, was in February 2023 kidnapped by unknown assailants on her way home in Lungujja, Lubaga Division, tortured for three weeks and killed after her agonizing family paid ransom of over Shs700 million. In October 2023, the Court kicked off the examination of state witnesses who included Yusuf Muhindo,
State House ‘Under Siege’, Says Museveni
President Yoweri Museveni has warned of a potential security threat involving a young man he identified as Nuwagaba Stephen, describing the situation as a “siege” on State House and the country’s security agencies. In a statement, Museveni said Nuwagaba whom he described as being in his mid-twenties had previously sought
Gen Muhoozi appoints Nyakikuru acting SFC commander
The Chief of Defence Forces, Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has appointed Brig Gen Asaph Mweteise Nyakikuru as the acting commander of the Special Forces Command (SFC). Nyakikuru has also been elevated to the acting rank of major general with immediate effect. The appointment was confirmed by Col Chris Magezi, the acting
DHL, Absa partner to boost SME cross-border trade
DHL Express and Absa Group have signed a memorandum of understanding to support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across Sub-Saharan Africa to expand into cross-border trade and drive sustainable growth. The partnership, signed in Johannesburg, will be implemented under DHL’s GoTrade initiative, a programme designed to help SMEs overcome barriers
IGG orders interdiction of Obore, six others over over Shs 31.9bn graft probe
The Inspector General of Government (IGG), Lady Justice Naluzze Aisha Batala, has directed the Clerk to Parliament, Adolf Mwesige, to immediately interdict seven senior officials over alleged corruption. The directive follows ongoing criminal proceedings against the officials, who are currently on remand at Luzira Prison after being arraigned before the
Court dismisses Magoola application in Equity Bank loan dispute
The High court has dismissed an application by businessman Dr Matthias Magoola seeking orders for reconciliation and audit of his loan and current accounts held with Equity Bank Uganda. In her ruling, Justice Susan Abinyo found that the application lacked merit and would delay the disposal of the main suit.
Witonze vetted as minister of state for Internal Affairs
Parliament has vetted Juma Witonze Kisekka as minister-designate of state for Internal Affairs, following his appointment by President Yoweri Museveni earlier this week. Witonze replaces Lawrence Muganga, who was dropped from the position amid questions surrounding his citizenship status, sparking public debate on eligibility for senior government office. The appointment
Lukwago denied bail over uncertified prison medical report
The High Court in Kampala has dismissed a bail application filed by remand prisoner Erias Lukwago, ruling that he failed to present a medical report certified by a Uganda Prisons Service medical officer to support his claim that his deteriorating health could not be adequately managed while in custody.
Uganda Airlines faces internal wrangles, stalled Shs 3bn probe
Uganda Airlines is grappling with internal tensions and a stalled Shs 3 billion probe into its public relations expenditure, amid sweeping management changes at the national carrier. The shake-up follows the February 2026 departure of former chief executive officer Jennifer Bamuturaki, which triggered shifts within both the board and senior
