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Jan 2025 45 results
17:40
17:40

Desperate Ugandans Flood NGO that Gets the Poor Cheap Surgery Abroad 3

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.
16:36
16:36

Armed Thugs Raid Kawempe Mobile Money Shops Patrick Onyango 1 1

"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
16:21
16:21

Kyegegwa OC Prisons Dies in Road Crash

Amos Alinaitwe who was a passenger motorcycle registration number UFQ 162B was knocked by a yet to be speeding bus from behind.
16:12
16:12

Military Intelligence Joins Hunt for Thugs Who Robbed UGX 100m in Traffic Jam 2

“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
16:05
16:05

Kacheri Health Center Upgrade Set to Begin Health Management 2 2

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.
15:56
15:56

Residents Call for Memorial and Tourism Site at Accident Spot in Terego advertisement 1 4 Top story

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.
15:35
15:35

Besigye, co-Accused Remanded Until Tomorrow for Ruling Martha Karua

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.
15:27
15:27

Makerere to Introduce Political-Economy as a Compulsory Course for All Students Makerere University 4 1

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.
15:20
15:20

Uganda Pentecostal University: Hiked Graduation Fees Irks Students

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.
15:05
15:05

To Worry or Not over 2025/26 Budget Uganda

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.
14:47
14:47

Police Investigate Death of Suspect in their Cells

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.
14:41
14:41

Katwe Crime Intelligence, Three Others Further Remanded Over Coffee Beans Theft investigation 2

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.
14:37
14:37

Besigye Declines to Take Plea on Amended Charges country 1 Top story

"I have heard and responded to taking a plea, and I have raised my objections through my lawyers," said Besigye.
13:57
13:57

Police Arrest Two Women Accused of Murdering Mother to Steal Baby boarding house

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.
13:43
13:43

IGP's Guidelines: Next Step in Presidential Police Bond Directive Uganda Police Force 1 1

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.
13:18
13:18

High Court Issues Injunction in Tororo Land Dispute

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
13:13
13:13

Kitgum General Hospital Isolates Suspected Cholera Patient, Awaits PCR Test Results Kitgum Municipality

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.
13:10
13:10

Government to Avail 10,000 More Land Titles to Kikuube Residents land grabbing 4

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.
12:58
12:58

Mukono RDC Lauds Greater Mukono House of Zakat for Generosity 1

The Greater Mukono House of Zakat’s contribution amounted to Shs 40,830,000, gathered from over 150 Muslims in the region.
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