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Police arrest 70 in midnight operation across Kampala

Police arrest 70 in midnight operation across Kampala

Police in Kampala arrested 70 men during a midnight operation targeting crime hot spots to improve safety during the festive season.KAMPALA, Uganda — Police arrested 70 men during a midnight sweep of crime hot spots in the capital city early Saturday morning, according to authorities.

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REV. CANON ERICH KASIRYE: The arrest of the Masaka Priest: a broader reckoning for the Church

REV. CANON ERICH KASIRYE: The arrest of the Masaka Priest: a broader reckoning for the Church

The arrest of Rev. Father Deus Ssekabbira on December 3, 2025 has sparked broader reckoning for the Church as our apostolic fathers hold their purple cinctures in knot in an attempt to reshape public perceptions.Rev. Father Deusdedit Sekkabira, the Deputy Parish Priest of Bumanji Parish wa

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Exclusive: URA bans Importation of Elon Musk’s Starlink Equipment without Gen. Muhoozi’s clearance

Exclusive: URA bans Importation of Elon Musk’s Starlink Equipment without Gen. Muhoozi’s clearance

Uganda Revenue Authority has issued an immediate restriction on the importation and clearance of Starlink satellite internet equipment, tightening controls around the fast-growing technology amid security considerations. In an internal memo dated 19th December 2025, the Commissioner of the

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Seven Held for Killing S.3 Student in Rukiga

Seven Held for Killing S.3 Student in Rukiga

Meanwhile, the head teacher of Kihanga Secondary School, Onesmus Rukundo Rurihoona, described the killing as unfortunate and regrettable. He attributed the incident to rising cases of hooliganism among teenagers in the area, citing widespread marijuana smoking and alcoholism.Police in Ruki

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Be vigilant during festive season - Aids commission

Be vigilant during festive season - Aids commission

As Ugandans prepare to celebrate Christmas and usher in the New Year, the Uganda Aids Commission (UAC) has issued a warning against reckless behaviours, saying it could reverse gains made in the fight against HIV/Aids.The UAC Director General, Dr Nelson Musoba, cautioned that while the fes

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Chief Justice tips judges on electoral disputes handling.

Chief Justice tips judges on electoral disputes handling.

KAMPALA: The Chief Justice, Alphonse Owiny-Dollo, has urged High Court judges to treat electoral petitions with the seriousness of cases that affect the entire public, noting that election disputes go beyond individual candidates and touch the will of the electorate. His guidance comes barely a m

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 Kyagulanyi Asks Police, Army to Vote Him for Better Welfare

Kyagulanyi Asks Police, Army to Vote Him for Better Welfare

Speaking during a campaign rally in Serere Town, Kyagulanyi emphasized the importance of support from the security forces. The rally was marked by a heavy deployment of police, the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF), and other security agencies, which he said were intended to block his entry

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90 Suspected Criminals Arrested in City Festival Operations

90 Suspected Criminals Arrested in City Festival Operations

Meanwhile, Police Spokesperson Kituma Rusoke urged Ugandans to remain vigilant during the festive season, whether at home or while shopping, and to stay in contact with their local police. A suspect being arrested (courtesy photo)More than 90 suspected criminals have been arrested d

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Museveni Asks Mityana People To Protect Wetlands

Museveni Asks Mityana People To Protect Wetlands

The Presidential candidate, Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, concluded his campaign in Greater Mubende with a stop in Mityana District. He urged residents to protect wetlands, emphasising their importance to the environment.The Presidential candidate, Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, concluded his campaign

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Wife of Guinea-Bissau’s ousted president arrested after co-passenger found with $5.9m in cash

Wife of Guinea-Bissau’s ousted president arrested after co-passenger found with $5.9m in cash

Portuguese authorities charged the wife of Guinea-Bissau's ousted president as part of an investigation into suspected smuggling and money laundering, judicial police said on Tuesday.Dinisia Reis Embalo was arrested by Portuguese authorities on December 16, 2025.Dinisia Reis Embalo,

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