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19:16
19:16

AfDB, FAO Partner to Enhance Food Safety in East Africa 1 3

The project is worth over USD 1 million, co-funded by the AfDB, FAO, and GIZ, with more partners still being sought to join the group.
17:26
17:26

Over 65% of Pregnant Women Using Guess Work to Determine Delivery Date access to services 1 3

In regions like Bukedi only 7.8 percent of mothers get a chance to ultrasound scan services and in Busoga, it is estimated at only 7.6 percent. As a result, many women get into labour without being well prepared sometimes leading to prolonged labour and its resultant complications.
17:06
17:06

She Cranes Faridah Kadondi Joins Nottingham Forest Netball Club 1

Kadondi was formerly a player at Weyonje Netball Club, based in Makindye, Kampala. She primarily plays as a Goal Defender (GD) but is also capable as a Goalkeeper (GK).
17:02
17:02

Museveni Promotes Kafeero, Mwesigwa to AIGP 2

Former Kampala Metropolitan police commanders Frank Mwesigwa currently serving as Director Operations Service (OPS) and Moses Kafeero currently serving as Director Human Resource Development (HRD) are among the seven SCPs promoted to AIGP.
16:55
16:55

Kyagulanyi Discharged Joel Ssenyonyi 1 1

Joel Ssenyonyi, the National Unity Platform-NUP Spokesperson, said that they requested Kyagulanyi to be discharged after receiving reports that plain-clothed security personnel wanted to gain access to the room he was in and demanding his medical forms from the hospital.
15:59
15:59

Court Issues Criminal Summons Against Ssemujju, Nyanjura Terrorism charges 1 Top story

The group is accused of causing a common nuisance by blocking pathways and creating disturbances during an unlawful procession to the Kenyan High Commission offices in Kampala on August 5, 2024.
15:42
15:42

Man Remanded for Forging First Lady's Signature Forgery 1

The court was informed that Niwamanya had sought to appoint the First Lady, who is also the Minister of Education and Sports, as the patron of his organization, Umoja Youth Initiative Development Uganda.
15:34
15:34

IGP Asks Police to Uphold Human Rights DPP Abodo 2 3

Byakagaba's remarks were delivered at the launch of the Annual Coordination Meeting between the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) and the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) in Kibuli on Wednesday.
15:25
15:25

Oyam Man on the Run Over Alleged Sodomy 2

Odongo allegedly inflicted severe injuries on Angom, resulting in ruptured private parts, uterus, and anus. She initially sought medical attention at Ngai HCIII but was referred to Aboke HCIV, where it was discovered that her injuries were severe.
14:29
14:29

Kyaggwe County Launches Model Coffee Gardens to Support Small Scale Farmers Ssekiboobo 1

The gardens are being established in Ngongwe, Nyenga, Nakifuma, and Buikwe sub-counties, each covering approximately 2 acres. According to the County Chief (Ssekiboobo) Vincent Bintubizibu Matovu, the initiative aims to eradicate poverty in the area and strengthen the Kingdom.
13:34
13:34

21 Headteachers in Nakaseke Suspended for Forgery of Academic Transcripts 1 1

The Nakaseke Chief Administrative Officer Sarah Nakalungi said her office has since suspended the accused headteachers for one month pending guidance from the Solicitor General on the way forward on the cases.
13:03
13:03

Kwoyelo Victims Want Reparation Expedited 1 3 Top story

During the meeting, victims of the May 16, 1996, Pagak Massacre orchestrated by Kwoyelo, listed a long list of demands to the court, which they say will help in total healing. Denis Lemoyi, the former Commandant of Pagak Internally Displaced People’s Camp noted that 31 people were killed and 544 huts razed down during the attack. He notes that some 20 others died later as a result of the raid led by Kwoyelo.
12:40
12:40

NUP Supporters Sparked Chaos in Bulindo-Police Claim 1

Police Spokesperson Kituuma Rusoke explains that three police personnel were injured and three vehicles were damaged during the chaotic scenes, allegedly instigated by the NUP procession on Tuesday evening.
12:04
12:04

New Arua RCC Vows to Frustrate Politics of Identity 1 3

Since its establishment in July 2020, Arua City has struggled with political polarization along political, tribal, and religious lines, which has stunted its growth and development potential.
11:52
11:52

Sacked Bunyoro Premier Breaks Silence on New Cabinet Okwiri 1 2 Top story

In an exclusive telephone interview with Uganda Radio Network (URN) on Wednesday morning, Byakutaga firmly stated that he would not leave office. He acknowledged the authority of the Okwiri but disputed the legitimacy of the document confirming the new interim cabinet, asserting that only the Omukama, Dr. Solomon Gafubusa Rukirabasaija Agutamba Iguru I, has the power to appoint or dismiss kingdom officials.
11:37
11:37

17-Year-Old Girl Arrested for Stealing 3-Month-Old Baby

According to Rogers Taitika, Elgon Region Police Spokesperson, Khalayi stole the baby, Faith Nambuya, while the mother had left her in the care of a 10-year-old girl. The mother reported the theft to the police.
11:30
11:30

Kasese Chief Magistrate’s Court Tackles Corruption with Staff Display Initiative 1

Chief Magistrate Betty Ajok explained that this initiative is a deliberate step to ensure transparency and protect the public from fraudulent activities.
10:41
10:41

Namisindwa Parish Chiefs Accused of Demanding Sex for PDM Registration

The allegations were brought to light by Rita Namuwenge, the Emyooga National Coordinator and PDM Consultant for the Eastern Region, during a PDM evaluation meeting held at Magale Girls’ Primary School in Magale Sub-County on Tuesday.
10:35
10:35

Mbale City Refuses to Yield to Vendors' Pressure Over New Market Master

In an exclusive interview with our reporter on Tuesday, Yusufu Nsubuga, the General Secretary of Mbale Central Market, stated that three weeks ago, Town Clerk Ambrose Ochen promised to appoint a new market master. However, no action has been taken thus far.
10:30
10:30

Four Dead, Six Injured in Luwero Accident 3 2

Sam Twineamazima the Savannah Regional Police Spokesperson explains that according to the eyewitness, the taxi which was heading to Kampala city from Gulu collided with an unidentified truck before it lost control and overturned in the trench along the highway.
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