The security sector in Uganda is one of the most sensitive areas where one mistake can have big consequences. Therefore the men and women who speak for the various institutions within the sector must not only be well informed, they have to tread a fine line while communicating with the media and the public. From…
President Museveni reiterated his message to the fighting forces in Sudan, urging them to cease fire, hold peaceful elections, and grant power to the people of Sudan to elect their own leaders. Museveni made the remarks while meeting the deputy chairman of the Transitional Sovereignty Council of Sudan, Malik Agar, who delivered a special message…
There was a reduction in crime in 2023 compared to the previous year, the police’s annual crime report released today has revealed. The report released today by IGP Okoth Ochola notes that 228,074 cases were reported in 2023 compared to 231,653 cases in 2022, a reduction of 1.5%. Of the total cases reported last year,…
Corporal Collins Andebo, a UPDF soldier who was once deployed to guard former minister Ronald Kibuule has killed himself today morning after shooting his wife. In a statement, police said Andebo shot his wife Aturinda Peroni, in the arms as she was boarding a motorcycle. Luke Owoyesigyire, the deputy spokesperson of Kampala Metropolitan Police said…
The executive director National Identification Registration Authority (NIRA) Rosemary Kisembo, has confirmed that renewal of national IDs will commence June and will be conducted in 10,717 parishes. She was addressing the media at the police headquarters in Naguru, Kisembo said they will recruit young people tom work as data entrants and assistant registrars during the…
Ibrahim Musana who is accused of insulting Kabaka Mutebi will be charged with computer misuse, defamation and inciting violence, police have said. Police spokesperson Fred Enanga confirmed that Musana is in their custody. Musana using the name Pressure 24/7 posted more than 50 videos on TikTok calling the Kabaka all kinds of names. Police warned…
The ministry of Health in partnership with the Exhibitions and Trade Services, India, will hold the Uganda Pharma and Healthcare International Expo from February 22 to 24 at Lugogo UMA grounds. The Pharmaceutical Society of Uganda is also part of the organizers. The exhibition will focus on manufacturers, suppliers, of pharmaceuticals, APIs, Healthcare, medical technologies,…
FDC has picked Dr. Rosemary Alwoc Ogwal as flag bearer in the Dokolo Woman MP by election. Alwoc is the daughter of the former holder of the seat, Cecilia Ogwal who died last month. Alwoc was unveiled at the party headquarters in Najjanankumbi amidst the mourning of party activist, Adam Mulwana, who passed away on…
FDC members from the Katonga faction led by Dr Kizza Besigye have eulogized the late Adam Mulwana as a dedicated activist who used his talent to fight for change. Dr Besigye said Mulwana had joined others who have died as heroes in the struggle. “We are living in a country that cannot secure it’s people’s…
Immigration has told foreign nationals, who are in Uganda illegally, to report to the ministry of Internal Affairs and legalize their stay. This follows an operation where several of them were deported. Simon Mundeyi, the public relations officer in the ministry, said last year they arrested 1655 illegal immigrants. He said 36 of foreign nationals…
