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Russia names three suspects over shooting of general

Russia names three suspects over shooting of general

Russia says it has identified three suspects involved in the shooting of high-profile military general Lt Gen Vladimir Alexeyev.They include the man said to have carried out the attack, who has been named as Ukrainian-born Russian citizen Lyubomir Korba.Russia's Investigations Commi

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Security Forces Recover Guns, Arrest Suspects in Kaabong Operations

Security Forces Recover Guns, Arrest Suspects in Kaabong Operations

Joint security forces in Kaabong District have recovered two guns and arrested suspects in separate operations, dealing a blow to criminal activity in the area. The first operation, conducted on January 28 in Losera Village, Kamion Sub-county, led to the recovery of an SMG rifle with 15 rounds of

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Museveni’s son tightens grip on Uganda’s political future

Museveni’s son tightens grip on Uganda’s political future

General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, the son of Uganda's President Yoweri Museveni, who leads the Ugandan army's land forces, speaks during a past event. Kampala. As Uganda’s 81-year-old President Yoweri Museveni begins his seventh term in office, his son and army chief, General Muhoozi Kainerug

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Explainer: The role of the military and the internet blackout in Uganda’s polls

Explainer: The role of the military and the internet blackout in Uganda’s polls

After a military raid on his home in Magere, Robert Kyagulanyi remains in hiding while condemning election irregularities and the house arrest of his relatives.Uganda’s presidential election, held on Jan. 15, 2026, was defined by a massive security presence and a total digital blackout,

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Just In!! Security Guard Arrested Arrested over sale of illegal ammunition

Just In!! Security Guard Arrested Arrested over sale of illegal ammunition

The Territorial Police in Luwero district have announced the arrest of a 25-year-old security guard, Okongo Alfred Owona, in connection with the illegal possession of government ammunition. Owona, who was found in possession of four live bullets, is currently being held by authorities as investig

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Security Guard’s Desperate Attempt to Sell Bullets Ends in Arrest

Security Guard’s Desperate Attempt to Sell Bullets Ends in Arrest

Under the Firearms Act (as amended), no person is permitted to purchase, acquire, or possess a firearm or ammunition without holding a valid firearm certificate for each item. On conviction, the offence carries a penalty of up to ten years’ imprisonment, a fine, or both.A suspect being a

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23-Year-Old Businessman Arrested With 3,000 Live Ammunition in Agago

23-Year-Old Businessman Arrested With 3,000 Live Ammunition in Agago

Security authorities in the Aswa East Region have made a major arrest in Agago District involving suspected illegal possession of government stores. The arrest was made on December 30 following an intelligence-led operation by security personnel in the area. The incident has raised serious concer

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ONE YEAR ON: Winnie Byanyima Decries ‘Endless Injustice’ in Besigye Detention

ONE YEAR ON: Winnie Byanyima Decries ‘Endless Injustice’ in Besigye Detention

Dr Kizza Besigye with Lutale in Court.Sunday, November 16, 2025 marked one year since veteran opposition leader Dr. Kizza Besigye was arrested and detained — a milestone that his wife, Winnie Byanyima, has described as a tragic symbol of Uganda’s shrinking democratic space.Besig

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NATO state accuses China of ‘massively’ financing Russia

NATO state accuses China of ‘massively’ financing Russia

Finland has said that the two countries’ cooperation is a growing challenge for the US-led military blocFinland has accused China of supporting Russia in the Ukraine conflict and described the two countries’ deepening cooperation as a growing challenge for NATO. Beijing has repeatedly

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UNEB writes to Sodo’s rival; “If you Want his Academic papers, Go to his School”

UNEB writes to Sodo’s rival; “If you Want his Academic papers, Go to his School”

UNEB writes to Sodo’s rival; “If you Want his Academic papers, Go to his School” A letter written by the Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB) to Kampala Associated Advocates (KAA) has ignited fresh political tensions in Mawogola North, where Sodo Aine Kaguta contesting for Membe

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