George Ntambi, the NGO's head who perpetually begs individuals and corporations to fund travel and treatment for the children, says that while they helped 75 children access surgery overseas last year, they have so far registered ten new cases in the New Year and they may not be able to support all the patients referred to them.
"The raid on two mobile money shops owned by David Karuhanga and Bruno Tayebwa resulted in the theft of over 3 million shillings." Patrick Onyango, city police spokesman
“The thugs only wanted money and dumped the bag near Kyadondo hospital where it was found with Tibamanya’s documents including land titles. We're investigating the incident and have been joined by sister security agencies.” -Patrick Onyango
The project will include the construction of a modern theater, a maternity ward, an outpatient department, and a four-stance pit latrine. Lokitelaebu Health Center will also receive a four-stance pit latrine and a supply of medical equipment, among other improvements.
Richard Andama Ferua, W. Nile Tourism Ambassador and a resident of Terego, emphasized the need for the local government to allocate resources to secure the land and harness its rich history for tourism.
The Military Court, presided over by Brigadier Robert Freeman Mugabe, remanded the accused until January 14, 2025, when the court will decide whether it has jurisdiction to try the case.
Speaking at the university’s 75th graduation ceremony, Kigongo, who also serves as the national vice-chairperson of the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) party, stressed that the course is crucial for providing graduates with the knowledge and skills necessary to tackle Uganda’s pressing socio-economic challenges.
In his January 5, 2025, to all prospective graduates the University bursar asked them to pay 500,000 Shillings, up from 400,000 Shillings, as the graduation fee by January 31.
Faced with declining external financing, the government has to make its priorities right to ensure that the available resources are optimally utilized, but fears are that this might hurt other sectors, especially social services and agriculture.
A police officer, who spoke on condition of anonymity, reported that Matagala was found lying on the floor of his cell. Attempts to call his name went unanswered.
The suspects include D/ASP Ali Katende, David Kihara Muthoni (28), Samuel Njeru (36), both Kenyan nationals, and Juma Musisi (28). They are accused of stealing 21,600kgs of coffee beans valued at 383 million Uganda Shillings.
Johnson Moses Mugwe, the Bukedi police spokesperson, the suspects are Eseza Nanozi, alias Nalunga Pretty, and Beatrice Awori, both of whom claimed to be working for an NGO that supports mothers and babies.
Speaking to journalists at Naguru Police Headquarters, the Kampala Metropolitan Police Spokesperson, Patrick Onyango, said that the police cannot disregard presidential directives. However, he clarified that they are currently awaiting instructions from the IGP.
The contested land was registered by Royal City Ministries on March 19, 2024, and subsequently mortgaged to Uganda Development Bank Limited on October 22, 2024. T
The patient was admitted on Sunday evening, and a Rapid Diagnostic Test (RDT) has returned positive for cholera. However, the hospital is awaiting Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) test results sent to Entebbe for confirmation.
The initiative, funded by the World Bank under the Systematic Land Adjudication and Certification (SLAAC) program, targets sub-counties including Kizirafumbi, Bugambe, Buhimba, Kyangwali, Kabwoya, and Kikuube Town Council.