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14:37
14:37

Businessman Seeks Dismissal of Criminal Charges Mbeya Island 1

During his appearance before the Mukono Chief Magistrate Roselyn Nsenge on Thursday, Twinamasiko's lawyer, Steven Turyatunga, raised objections to the prosecution's request for an adjournment.
12:21
12:21

Judiciary Has No Space for the Corrupt-Deputy Chief Justice 2

“As you work you are being assessed by the lawyers, the litigants, and other members of the public. They know which Judicial Officer comes late, takes bribes, or is habitually drunk. There are Judicial Officers who are known for their hard work, good stakeholder engagement, and honesty. Kindly be this judicial officer," he said.
08:09
08:09

Kyaggwe County: Clash Over Nvubu Clan Leadership Ssekiboobo 2

In a previous warning letter, Katikiro Charles Peter Mayiga declared the ceremony null and void, arguing that the Mbogo clan still had a seated head named Emmanuel Musoke Makabugo.
16:00
16:00

Chief Justice Warns Newly Appointed Chief Magistrates Against Imposing Impossible Bail Terms Judiciary 1

“Ensure timely delivery judgments and reasonably dealing with bail applications. Bail should not be unreasonably denied by imposing impossible terms, but the Court must always guard against absconding. Accused persons due for mandatory release should be timely processed and sent to the High Court for action,” Justice Dollo said.
09:28
09:28

Mukono Municipality, Health Director Bicker over Community Youth Centre 3

It was purposely reserved to promote recreation and sports activities, computer and ICT services, leisure and a counselling point for youths. But in 2019, Dr Kkonde reportedly attempted to take over a plot of land measuring 0.642 hectares in Upper Kauga behind the Mukono district headquarters.
11:06
11:06

UCU Graduates First Cohort of Medicine, Dentistry Programme 3 1

45 students graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Medicine and Surgery and nine students with a Bachelor's Degree in Dental Surgery. They were among the 1002 students who received their degrees on Friday at the University's 24th graduation ceremony.
16:22
16:22

Over 300 Students Rushed to Hospital For Suspected Poisoning

According to our reporter in Mukono, the students developed complications at the Church of Uganda-owned school for lay leaders after being served lunch comprising beans and Posho.
08:28
08:28

Directors Suspend Gov't Head Teacher Under Unclear Circumstances Mukono Municipality 3 2 Top story

Nakabiri, who was found seated outside the school gate with primary seven test papers, expressed confusion and disbelief about the suspension letter. She saw no reason to stay at home, especially since she failed to understand its meaning. The gatekeeper was instructed not to allow her access to the school premises.
07:39
07:39

Boat Capsizes on Lake Victoria, Five Feared Dead Marine Police 1 Top story

Milton Ecopason, the Officer in Charge of the Marine Police at Katosi, confirmed that the boat was carrying eleven people. He confirmed the rescue of six people, saying the five others are presumed to have drowned. The boat was also carrying over 100 bags of charcoal, 40 bags of silverfish, and other produce.
16:53
16:53

35 Suspected Criminals Arrested in Mukono 3 2

The arrests followed an incident on Friday when Dan Mbogo, a school bus driver of Nile High School, Kyetume was attacked, stabbed and his mobile phone stolen.
13:26
13:26

Mukono LC 5 Chairperson Absent as Council Struggles to Constitute Service Commission Mukono DSC 1 1

There has been a prolonged disagreement between the district chairperson and the Ministry of Public Service. In response, the District Speaker, Betty Hope Nakasi, called for an extraordinary council session to form the commission.
11:57
11:57

Stillbirth Cases at Mukono General Hospital Worry Leaders 1 1

Stillbirth is fatal death that occurs at or after 20 or 28 weeks of pregnancy. Mukono Hospital Medical Superintendent, Geoffrey Kasirye told the legislators that every month on average, the facility registers between 20 fresh stillbirth cases.
16:22
16:22

Mpuuga Wants Bakaluba Mukasa Indicted for Failing to Constitute District Service Commission DSC 2 1

On January 19, 2023, Winnie Agnes Kabogoza Musoke, the Public Service Commission Chairperson wrote instructing Bakaluba and Mukono district councils to adhere to the procedure of constituting the District Service Commission to avoid unnecessary costly court cases for the government.
15:49
15:49

Businessman Renovates Building Without Certified Structural Assessment, Raising Safety Concerns 1

Engineer Harunah Ssebaduka, the Mukono Municipal Structural Engineer, advises Busuulwa to submit a comprehensive report covering the entire building before proceeding with any further development. The current integrity assessment report submitted to the engineer's office only focuses on the most affected areas.
09:53
09:53

'My Food My Identity' Campaign Launched to Promote Indigenous, Traditional Foods 1 3 Top story

Edward Mukiibi, the President of Slow Food International and Executive Director of Slow Food Uganda, emphasized that the campaign aims to celebrate and promote diversity in food culture while supporting small-scale agroecological producers who rely on traditional knowledge to grow and harvest unique ingredients that have been passed down through generations.
14:17
14:17

Mukono South Parliamentary Petition Set for Second Appeal Mukono South County 1

Kayondo, a member of the Democratic Party-DP was declared winner of the election held in January 2021 with a tally of 26,512 votes against Male’s 4,831 votes. But Male challenged the process and its outcome saying that Kayondo was nominated on an invalid paper, and hoodwinked voters by using colors, symbols, and slogans of the National Unity Platform during his campaigns.
07:03
07:03

Chief Justice Warns Lawyers Against Defrauding Clients 1

Speaking at the commissioning of the New Mukono High Court building, Dollo said that filling cases that do not deserve the attention of the courts contributes to case backlog.
11:22
11:22

Bishop Gimadu Succumbed to Pneumonia-Medics 1 Top story

According to Dr. Simon Peter Nsingo, the Medical Director at Mukono Church of Uganda hospital, the deceased had been sick for a long time, suffering from a neurodegenerative disease that was complicated a week ago with severe hypostatic pneumonia.
08:35
08:35

Family of Murdered Fisherman Petitions DPP Protesting Delayed Prosecution of Suspects Mbeya Island 1

The petition reads in part: "They have never been taken to court yet, and it is now coming to a month after their arrest, which has psychologically tortured the complainant and the deceased's family. Despite numerous and several efforts, our client has implored to demand the police take the suspects to court. The police have adamantly refused, ignored or rejected to arraign the suspects to court for trials."
16:17
16:17

Suspected Homosexual Granted Bond After 13 Days in Police Custody

Kasiita was arrested on April 22, 2023, and has since then been detained at Mukono police division without arraignment before courts of law.
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