Uganda registered 4,602 fatal road crashes in 2025, reflecting a 3.8% increase compared to 2024, according to the annual crime report released by the Uganda Police Force.The Public Relations Officer and Liaison Officer for the Directorate of Traffic and Road Safety, Michael Kananura, noted
At least four people have died in a road crash after a sugarcane-laden truck overturned onto a motorcycle along the Kamuli–Namasagali Road.The accident occurred at Bulunda Village and involved a Fuso Fighter truck, registration number UAM 983F, and a Bajaj Boxer motorcycle, registration
The leadership of the People’s Front for Freedom (PFF) has dismissed allegations that the party, which is relatively new and did not front a presidential candidate in the last election, is struggling due to the absence of Dr. Kizza Besigye, who is currently on remand after being charged with tr
A fresh push to extend the term of political leaders from five to seven years has resurfaced, with Anita Among using the ongoing Kyankwanzi retreat to rally newly elected MPs behind the controversial proposal, an effort many say could redefine the Pearl’s political calendar while raising fresh
Mbale City has interdicted Alfred Ochieng, the Senior Veterinary Officer attached to North City Division, over allegations of promoting illegal meat.This was revealed to this Publication by Mbale City Deputy Town Clerk, Jolly Hasoho in an exclusive interview at her office today, Friday, Ap
Government has reaffirmed that LDC students who fail three or more Bar Course subjects cannot sit supplementary examinations, insisting the law mandates a full course retake despite petitions from affected candidates seeking special consideration.The government has clarified that students
DOKOLO DISTRICT, Uganda — A 22-year-old peasant farmer has died from injuries sustained during an assault last month, police have confirmed, prompting the arrest of two suspects including a 17-year-old juvenile.The victim, Awany Ambrose, succumbed to his injuries in the early hours of Ap
Ugandan students have a rare and time-sensitive opportunity to study at Indian universities on a fully funded government scholarship — but the window is closing fast. Applications for the Indian Government Scholarship for the 2026/2027 Academic Year close on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.A t
Police also impounded four motorcycles believed to have been used in the commission of the crimes, noting that some of the bikes are suspected to have been stolen and used for quick escape after attacks.Police arraign some of the suspects believed to be part of the notorious panga-wielding
During the scuffle, one of the fishermen, identified as Oonyu Simon, also known as Obiro, was reportedly assaulted, seriously injured, and thrown into the lake, where he drowned.Bukedi North Regional Police Public Relations Officer ASP Wilfred Kyempasa confirmed the incident (Photo/Courtes
