UPDF ‘Bombs’ Kiwanuka Out of the Barracks

UPDF Bombs Kiwanuka Out of the Barracks

By Lawrence Mubiru  UPDF FC has announced a reshuffle of its technical bench, parting ways with First Assistant Coach Kiwanuka Paul and Defensive Coach Oweka Denis with immediate effect. In an official statement, the club expressed appreciation for the dedication and professionalism shown by the two coaches during their time at the club, noting their contribution to the team’s technical …

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SHAME! Masaka RCC Washaki in Child Neglect Scandal, Dragged to Court

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Shock and outrage have erupted in Bugisu following the dragging of Masaka Resident City Commissioner (RCC) Ahamada Washaki to court over alleged child neglect and abandonment. Speaking to RedPepper, the Bugisu Cultural Institution spokesperson Steven Masiga confirmed that it has taken keen interest in the case involving the senior government official, describing the allegations as disturbing and shameful. Court records …

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Umukuka Congratulates Gen Gonyi, Col Nekesa on Election to Parliament

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His Highness Umukuka III, Jude Mike Mudoma, has congratulated Brigadier General David Gonyi and Colonel Christine Nekesa Situma upon their election as Army Representatives to the Parliament of Uganda. Both officers hail from the Bugisu sub-region, with Brig Gen David Gonyi from Sironko District and Col Christine Nekesa from Namisindwa District. The congratulations were conveyed through the spokesperson of the …

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Nameere Pledges Service-Driven Leadership – The Torch Uganda – Independent News, Stories & Perspectives

Nameere Pledges Service Driven Leadership The Torch Uganda – Independent

Masaka City — Masaka City Woman Member of Parliament–elect, Hon. Justine Nameere Nsubuga, has described her court-sanctioned victory as a historic milestone built by the people of Masaka “stitch by stitch,” saying the electorate rejected divisive politics in favor of effective representation, service delivery and meaningful engagement with government. In the message she posted our social media platforms after the …

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24 More Suspects Added on Muwanga Kivumbi’s File

24 More Suspects Added on Muwanga Kivumbis File

The State Prosecution in the matter where Butambala Member of Parliament, Hon. Muwanga Kivumbi is accused of terrorism, has added more people on the file. Hon. Muhammad Muwanga Kivumbi (in Jacket) with other acused persons in court today. Muwanga who was brought under tight security was represented by a team of lawyers led by Erias Lukwago had appeared in court …

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Management on Cloud 9 as Sheema’s Rweicumu P/S Shines in PLE with 100% Pass Rate

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Rweicumu Primary School in Masheruka Town Council, Sheema District has emerged as one of the top-performing schools in the region following the release of the 2025 Primary Leaving Examinations (PLE), posting an impressive 100 percent pass rate. According to official results released Friday, all 44 candidates who sat the examinations passed, with 20 pupils attaining Division One and 24 securing …

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Photos:Muwanga Kivumbi Returns to Court Amid Tight Security

PhotosMuwanga Kivumbi Returns to Court Amid Tight Security

Butambala, Uganda — Hon. Muwanga Kivumbi has on Tuesday returned to Butambala Magistrates Court amid heavy security as proceedings in his case resumed. Muwanga Kivumbi arriving at Butambala Court (courtesy photos) Kivumbi was transported to court in a Uganda Prisons Service bus under tight guard and, upon arrival, was escorted to the court holding cells as he awaited the start …

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UNEB Recovers Missing PLE Scripts from Koboko School, Assures Timely Marking

UNEB Recovers Missing PLE Scripts from Koboko School Assures Timely

Kampala, Uganda — The Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB) has confirmed the recovery of missing Primary Leaving Examination (PLE) Integrated Science scripts for candidates of Bamure Primary School in Koboko District, assuring parents and stakeholders that the situation is now under control. Some of the Primary School pupils having their PLE Exams (Courtesy photo) In a press statement issued on …

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Kaziimba Appeals for Peace and Forgiveness as He Begins Farewell Journey

Kaziimba Appeals for Peace and Forgiveness as He Begins Farewell

The Archbishop of the Church of Uganda, The Most Rev. Dr. Stephen Samuel Kaziimba Mugalu, has commenced his farewell visits to dioceses across the country ahead of his retirement scheduled for 15 August 2027, upon attaining the mandatory retirement age of 65. Archbishop Stephen Kazimba Mugalu (courtesy photo) Archbishop Kaziimba launched the tour in the Diocese of Kigezi, where he …

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Mufti Mubaje Urges Politicians to Accept Election Results

Mufti Mubaje Urges Politicians to Accept Election Results

The Mufti of Uganda, His Eminence Dr. Sheikh Shaban Ramadhan Mubaje, has called on politicians to accept the outcomes of the recently concluded general elections, stressing that democratic maturity requires grace in both victory and defeat. Mufti Shiekh Ramathan Mubaje addressing the gathering. Speaking on Sunday, February 1, 2026, during memorial prayers for the late Saidi Bizimungu at Kasambya Village …

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Museveni Urges Judiciary to Prioritise Wellness to Improve Justice Delivery and Public Confidence

Museveni Urges Judiciary to Prioritise Wellness to Improve Justice Delivery

Munyonyo, Kampala — President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has urged the Judiciary to place judicial wellness at the centre of justice delivery, arguing that the physical, mental and ethical wellbeing of judicial officers is critical to effective case management, faster dispute resolution and national stability. Vice President, Hon. Jessica Alupo being welcomed by Chief Justice and Principal judge Jane Frances Abodo. …

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Trump administration to block LGBTQIA+ and DEI-related foreign aid

A 19-year-old woman talks with nurse Valeria Zafisoa at a traveling contraception clinic in eastern Madagascar run by the British nonprofit group MSI Reproductive Choices. That group lost $15 million in funding the last time Trump enforced the Mexico City policy. (Samantha Reinders photo courtesy of NPR)

Trump expands Mexico City policy to “end woke foreign aid”  A 19-year-old woman talks with nurse Valeria Zafisoa at a traveling contraception clinic in eastern Madagascar run by the British nonprofit group MSI Reproductive Choices. That group lost $15 million in funding the last time Trump enforced the Mexico City policy. (Samantha Reinders photo courtesy of NPR) The Trump administration …

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