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20 Cattle Stolen During Easter Raids in Kapchorwa

20 Cattle Stolen During Easter Raids in Kapchorwa

A total of 20 head of cattle were stolen during the Easter period in a series of coordinated raids in Kaplelko Ward, West Division of Kapchorwa Municipality.According to Sipi Regional Police Spokesperson Fredmark Chesang, the thefts occurred in three separate night attacks targeting differ

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UNBS to Inspect Sugarcane Weighbridges-Bahati

UNBS to Inspect Sugarcane Weighbridges-Bahati

The Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS) is set to begin nationwide inspection and calibration of sugarcane weighbridges following the government’s decision to regulate rather than ban the devices.The exercise comes after weeks of protests by farmers and consultations between the g

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Mityana Intensifies Crackdown on Illegal Street Vending

Mityana Intensifies Crackdown on Illegal Street Vending

Authorities in Mityana Municipality have intensified enforcement of the trade order policy as part of ongoing efforts to restore order and improve business operations in the town’s central areas.Municipal Mayor Faustin Mukambwe Lukonge has issued a stern warning to street vendors who con

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Tension mounts as Makerere guild candidates prepare to face off at single rally venue

Tension mounts as Makerere guild candidates prepare to face off at single rally venue

After weeks of charged rallies, the rivalry is now set to test nerves in Makerere Kikoni, where both camps say they will hold events at Nalika Lane on Tuesday, April 7, 2026.Tension is rising in the race for the next Guild President of Makerere University after the two candidates announced

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Rwanda Raises Fuel Prices

Rwanda Raises Fuel Prices

Rwanda Utilities Regulatory Authority has raised retail fuel prices, citing global market trends and cost pressures, in a move expected to ripple through transport and consumer prices in the East African economy.In a statement issued late Friday, the regulator said petrol prices will rise

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Pakistan agrees to repay $3.5 billion to UAE after Abu Dhabi demands immediate return of debt

Pakistan agrees to repay $3.5 billion to UAE after Abu Dhabi demands immediate return of debt

Pakistan agrees to repay $3.5 billion to UAE after Abu Dhabi demands immediate return of debtNew Delhi/Islamabad, April 4 Facing mounting pressure, Pakistan has agreed to fully repay approximately “USD 3.5 billion” in deposits and loans to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) by the end of A

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Mother arrested for allegedly cutting off daughter’s toe as punishment

Mother arrested for allegedly cutting off daughter’s toe as punishment

Police in the Western North Region have arrested a woman accused of cutting off her 9-year-old daughter’s toe, with the child currently receiving treatment.A nine-year-old girl is receiving treatment at a hospital in the Juaboso District of the Western North Region after her mother alleg

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Indian buying Iranian crude without any payment hurdle, tanker diversion to China not due to ‘payment issues’: Govt

Indian buying Iranian crude without any payment hurdle, tanker diversion to China not due to ‘payment issues’: Govt

This is the first official confirmation from the government that India is buying Iranian crude, following the sanctions waiver for Iranian oil on water announced by the US last month. (File Photo)Indian refiners are buying crude from Iran as part of their efforts to secure oil supplies ami

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BUDAKA: Police Officer Arrested for Allegedly Aiding Escape of Hardcore Criminal from Cells

BUDAKA: Police Officer Arrested for Allegedly Aiding Escape of Hardcore Criminal from Cells

ASP Kyempasa Wilfred, the Police Spokesperson, Bukedi North confirms the incidentBUDAKAA Police officer has been arrested for allegedly aiding escape of a hardcore criminal from Budaka District Central Police cells on Thursday, 2nd April, 2026.PC Muhumuza Samuel, No 75498, a

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Six drivers arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol

Six drivers arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol

Mwanza Regional Police Commander (RPC) Wilbrod MutafungwaMwanza. Mwanza Regional Police have arrested six drivers and suspended their driving licences for operating vehicles while under the influence of alcohol.The statement issued on Saturday, April 4, 2026, by Mwanza Regional Poli

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