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IGG BITES: How Mityana HR Boss Allegedly Exploited Payroll Loopholes to Siphon UGX 75.5 Million

IGG BITES: How Mityana HR Boss Allegedly Exploited Payroll Loopholes to Siphon UGX 75.5 Million

In a stark reminder of the systemic vulnerabilities plaguing local government administration, the Inspectorate of Government (IGG) has arrested Mr. Mukiibi Hussein, the Principal Human Resource Officer of Mityana District Local Government.Mukiibi is accused of masterminding a sophisticated

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Police arrest parents over death of 2-year-old baby

Police arrest parents over death of 2-year-old baby

The Police in Buikwe District have arrested two people over the death of their two-year-old daughter, who was reportedly tortured.The suspects, the father and stepmother of the deceased, were picked up after the body of Innocent Sonko was discovered at their home in Gimbo Cell on Saturday,

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Armed Robbers Steal Shs20M Cash, Vehicle in Violent Home Raid

Armed Robbers Steal Shs20M Cash, Vehicle in Violent Home Raid

married couple in Bugembe Ward, Jinja City, is counting losses after armed robbers stormed their home and robbed them of more than Shs20 million, multiple phones, electronics, and a vehicle during a late-night attack on June 13, 2026. Betty Kigayi and her husband, Fred Kakooza, who operate a mola

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Balaam Dismisses Frank Gashumba Drama, Hints at Major PLU Shuffles at Kyankwanzi Retreat

Balaam Dismisses Frank Gashumba Drama, Hints at Major PLU Shuffles at Kyankwanzi Retreat

KYANKWANZI — The newly appointed Minister of Local Government, Hon. Dr. Balaam Barugahara Ateenyi, has downplayed simmering tensions involving outspoken activist Frank Gashumba, playfully describing him as a “movie star” and a “dangerous substitute” while hinting at major impending deve

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Former Trade Ministry PS Ssali, others to appear before Anti-Corruption Court on Wednesday as case resumes

Former Trade Ministry PS Ssali, others to appear before Anti-Corruption Court on Wednesday as case resumes

Former Principal Secretary in the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Cooperatives (MTIC), Geraldine Ssali Busulwa, alongside five co-accused persons, is set to return to the Anti-Corruption Division of the High Court on Wednesday, 17, as proceedings in a high-profile corruption case resume.Ac

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Petition Seeks Removal of Judge Baguma From Besigye Treason Trial

Petition Seeks Removal of Judge Baguma From Besigye Treason Trial

Supporters of detained opposition leader Dr. Kizza Besigye have launched a petition demanding the removal of High Court judge Emmanuel Baguma from the treason case against Besigye and his co-accused Hajji Obeid Lutale, accusing him of bias and unfair handling of the proceedings.The petitio

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Egypt look to break World Cup curse with maiden win as they face Belgium

Egypt look to break World Cup curse with maiden win as they face Belgium

The Pharaohs have played seven matches at the world showpiece with only two draws and five losses and this will be their fourth world cup after appearances in 1934, 1990 and 2018.Monday June 15, 2026Seattle stadium 11pm [EAT]Record African champions Egypt enter fray in the Fi

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FIFA set to investigate World Cup referee accused of making 'white power' hand gesture

FIFA set to investigate World Cup referee accused of making 'white power' hand gesture

FIFA are set to investigate after an official was accused of making a gesture associated with white supremacy during a World Cup match. Australian referee Shaun Evans was 'support VAR' for Germany's 7-1 win against Curacao in Group E on Sunday.When the broadcast cut to the match officials

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Chameleone praises Abba after leaked private videos

Chameleone praises Abba after leaked private videos

Singer Joseph Mayanja, alias Jose Chameleone, has praised his son, Abba Marcus, following the leak of private videos.During a live TikTok session, Chameleone said he had followed the developments and noted that his son had done one better than him.He added that he would also do some

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MOGO BUSTED! Court Slams Lender for ‘Exploitative’ 86% Interest Charges

MOGO BUSTED! Court Slams Lender for ‘Exploitative’ 86% Interest Charges

Kenyan court has delivered a stinging blow to Mogo Auto Limited, ruling that the lender charged a customer “exorbitant” and “exploitative” interest on a Ksh400,000 loan — a decision likely to resonate with many Ugandans who have repeatedly complained about the company’s lending practi

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