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One of the suspects charged over an attempted Shs 725 million fraud targeting Stanbic Bank has opened negotiations with the State to resolve the case through a plea bargain. The development was disclosed on Monday before the Buganda Road Chief Magistrate’s Court, where Chief State Attorney Joan Keko told the court that Elizabeth Mbabazi, a Rwandan businesswoman, had formally expressed …

On Saturday, Feb. 7, the nation woke up to the news of the death of Major General Francis Takirwa, one of the UPDF’s most senior, amiable and powerful commanders. Army spokesperson Col. Chris Magezi confirmed the General died at around 6:00am at the UPDF National Referral Hospital in Mbuya, where he had been transferred just a day earlier. Doctors say …

Masaka High Court has granted bail to Rev. Fr. Deusdedit Ssekabira, who is charged with money laundering involving Shs500 million. Rev Fr. Ssekabira. In her ruling, the presiding judge found that all the sureties presented by the Reverend Father were substantial and met the legal requirements. She also overruled the State prosecution’s submission that the court lacked jurisdiction to hear …

A shocking Auditor General’s report has exposed deep rot, negligence and sheer incompetence at the Ministry of Water and Environment, after billions of shillings meant to save Karamoja from chronic water shortages were blown on valley tanks and dams that are now choked with silt, broken down or completely useless. According to the report, the Ministry of Water and Environment, …

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By Dr. JC Muyingo Kampala — I thank parents and guardians for the care and protection given to our children during the holiday period. As the new school term begins today, I make a special appeal to all parents to ensure that their children return to school promptly. State-minister-John-Chrysostom-Muyingo (courtesy photo) I wish to clearly emphasize that teaching and learning …

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Hoima City, Uganda — Hon. Mercy Kanyesigye has pledged to champion inclusive and people-centred leadership after being elected National Female Youth Member of Parliament, following polls held on February 6, 2026, in Hoima City. Mercy Kanyesigye In a statement released after her victory, Kanyesigye described her election as a collective triumph for young people across the country, particularly those who …

Kampala– The Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) has issued a warning to all individuals that are not satisfied with the results from the previous elections to use the legally recommended avenues instead of using media platforms. Hon.Nyombi Thembo, the Executive Director UCC.(Courtesy photo) “UCC has observed a concerning trend where unsuccessful candidates in parliamentary and local government elections misuse radio and television …

The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) contingent in South Sudan, under Operation Mulinzi wa Kimya, has commemorated the 45th Tarehe Sita Anniversary with a series of civil–military activities aimed at strengthening community relations and improving social welfare. Some of the UPDF Soldiers extending treatment to people of Sudan.   The celebrations were officiated by the Special Forces Command (SFC) Component …