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Gov’t Launches Nationwide Consultations Before Relaunch of Electronic Penalty System

Gov’t Launches Nationwide Consultations Before Relaunch of Electronic Penalty System

KAMPALA — The government has begun fresh consultations with transport sector stakeholders ahead of the planned relaunch of Uganda’s Electronic Penalty System (EPS) and the Fine Issuance System (FIS), following public concerns that led to the earlier suspension of the automated traffic enforce

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Kitgum Medic Under Investigation for Performing Surgeries in Unlicensed Facility

Kitgum Medic Under Investigation for Performing Surgeries in Unlicensed Facility

Dr Okwera at Kitgum Central Police Station after arrest, URA PhotoPeter Luzinda | KITGUM, Uganda — Police in Kitgum District are investigating a medical practitioner accused of conducting surgical operations in an unlicensed facility at his residence.The doctor, identified as Paul

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Owino market building demolished overnight by unknown people

Owino market building demolished overnight by unknown people

Unidentified people reportedly stormed a structure that forms part of the market and brought it down using heavy machinery without any authorization from the city authority.Traders at St. Balikudembe Market, commonly known as Owino Market, woke up Sunday morning to a shocking scene of a se

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Over 1,000 traders affected as Iganga authorities crack down on illegal kiosks

Over 1,000 traders affected as Iganga authorities crack down on illegal kiosks

Iganga Municipality has demolished roadside kiosks and illegal structures affecting over 1,000 traders in a major enforcement operation aimed at decongesting the town and restoring urban order.Traders look on as they count losses after the demolition of roadside kiosks during an operation

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27-Year-Old Arrested After Attempted Robbery in Najeera

27-Year-Old Arrested After Attempted Robbery in Najeera

Kampala Metropolitan Police deputy spokesperson Luke Owoyesigyire confirmed that the church management reported the death to the authorities.KAMPALA, UGANDA —Police in the Kampala Metropolitan area have arrested a 27-year-old man suspected of attempting to rob a resident in Najeera, a su

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Police Crack Down on Motorcycle Theft Syndicate Operating in Northern Uganda

Police Crack Down on Motorcycle Theft Syndicate Operating in Northern Uganda

LAMWO, Uganda – Police in Lamwo District have dealt a significant blow to an organised criminal network, arresting two key suspects linked to a spate of motorcycle thefts in the Lira and Gulu areas. The operation has led to the recovery of several stolen motorcycles and a collection of conceale

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Stakeholders raise pertinent questions about bodaboda ban from Kampala city center

Stakeholders raise pertinent questions about bodaboda ban from Kampala city center

Safeboda for instance, questioned how riders from areas such as Najjera or Kira would complete trips to destinations within the central business district if bodabodas are prohibited from accessing key areas.Stakeholders in Kampala’s transport sector have raised questions about the implem

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Motorists warned of diversions as works begin on Namugongo–Misindye–Seeta road

Motorists warned of diversions as works begin on Namugongo–Misindye–Seeta road

The Ministry of Works and Transport has announced that maintenance works on the 6km Namugongo–Misindye–Seeta road in Mukono district will start on March 12, 2026 and may last up to 12 months, with possible traffic diversions during construction.The Ministry of Works and Transport has a

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Equity Bank closes branch over flooding

Equity Bank closes branch over flooding

Equity Bank has temporarily closed its Oasis branch in Kampala due to flooding in the area and says it will reopen once it is safe to resume operations.Equity Bank has temporarily closed its Oasis branch in Kampala after flooding disrupted operations in the area.The bank informed cu

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Police hunt gunmen after Shs2.5m shop robbery in Jinja

Police hunt gunmen after Shs2.5m shop robbery in Jinja

Jinja, Uganda: Police in Jinja District have launched a manhunt for armed robbers who attacked a general merchandise shop and stole Shs2.5 million and other valuables during a violent raid in Muguluka West Zone, Kagoma Town Council.The robbery occurred on Thursday night at around 8:45pm, s

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