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Emitu bounces back as KMP Commander amidst surging crime

Emitu bounces back as KMP Commander amidst surging crime

EmituKampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Ezekiel Emitu has returned as Kampala Metropolitan (KMP) Police Commander, replacing Richard Ecega, who has faced criticism for failing to effectively manage crime in the city and its outskirts. Sources at Naguru Police Headquarters confirmed that t

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Flavia Tumusiime bashed online over controversial ‘women submission’ conference

Flavia Tumusiime bashed online over controversial ‘women submission’ conference

The event, scheduled for March 28, 2026 at Kololo Independence Grounds, is being promoted as a platform to inspire women to “dominate” in life while remaining submissive in their marriages and relationships. Media personality and Head of Broadcast at Nation Media Group–Uganda, Flavia

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Nateete Man Arrested After Leaving Clue on Stolen Vehicle Plate

Nateete Man Arrested After Leaving Clue on Stolen Vehicle Plate

KAMPALA — Police in Nateete have arrested a suspect linked to a string of motor vehicle number plate thefts, recovering several stolen plates during an intelligence-led operation.According to the Uganda Police Force spokesperson for Kampala Metropolitan, Reachel Kawala, the suspect, iden

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Sheilah Gashumba celebrates 30th birthday in Don Julio style

Sheilah Gashumba celebrates 30th birthday in Don Julio style

Sunday evening was laced with energy and elegance, as Don Julio tequila, the world’s finest luxury tequila, joined socialite Sheilah Gashumba aka Lil Stunner, to celebrate her 30th birthday. The celebration unfolded at the Mediterraneo rooftop, where Sheilah’s friends and family gather

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Kampala police boss, CP Ecega sacked as IGP moves to tackle capital crime

Kampala police boss, CP Ecega sacked as IGP moves to tackle capital crime

Kampala Metropolitan Police Commander Richard Ecega has been sacked amid rising violent crime as over 200 suspects are arrested in city operations.Kampala Metropolitan Police Commander, CP Richard Ecega has been sacked (Photo/Courtesy)Kampala, Uganda: The Inspector General of Police

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PHOTOS: Balaam the Hero as Bagema clinch first-ever Bugwere Masaza title

PHOTOS: Balaam the Hero as Bagema clinch first-ever Bugwere Masaza title

Balaam was the hero as Bagema Clan sealed their first-ever Bugwere clan title with a 2-0 victory over Bakatikoko in Budaka.Musenero Hajirah, Vice President of Bagwere Batakangana and Guest of Honour, hands over the championship trophy to Bagema Clan after their historic victory in the four

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Golfer Berna Musanabera Wins First-Ever Hole-in-One Car Prize in Stanbic Match Play History

Golfer Berna Musanabera Wins First-Ever Hole-in-One Car Prize in Stanbic Match Play History

Golfer Berna Musanabera recieving car keys from the CFAO represenative and AfriSafe's Andrew Baguma together with Entebbe Golf Club Captain.ENTEBBE —It was a momentous occasion marked by buzz and excitement on the greens as the 2026 Stanbic Match Play Challenge qualifiers teed off at Ent

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Mukono to cover drainages to address open drain risks

Mukono to cover drainages to address open drain risks

Mukono, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Mukono Municipal Council has agreed to cover open drainage channels along sections of the Nasuti–Nakabago–Ntawo and Bajo–Seeta roads, following sustained safety concerns from residents, traders, and road users.Town Clerk Francis Byabagambi said the

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EACOP project sparks ongoing battle over land and justice

EACOP project sparks ongoing battle over land and justice

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | In Arusha, Tanzania, Lubega John Nsamba represented her ailing father, John Mary Nsamba, whose land along the East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) had been acquired without what the family considered fair compensation.Over a month after his burial nea

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Murdered UCU Students’ Dean Had Wedding Plans this Year

Murdered UCU Students’ Dean Had Wedding Plans this Year

The slain Director of Students Affairs at Uganda Christian University (UCU), Pamela Tumwebaze, was planning to wed her new fiancé at the time of her tragic death, the University’s Vice Chancellor, Prof. Aaron Mushengyezi, revealed during an emotional funeral service on Friday.Speaking t

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