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Court Rules that Bank of Africa Breached Contract after Freezing Customer’s Account
The High Court in Kampala has issued an order declaring that Bank of Africa was in breach of contract when it froze the account of Victoria Candles Limited after receiving 1.7 billion Shillings. The Court on Tuesday presided over by Civil Division Judge Musa Ssekaana also ruled that withholding the company’s money or funds and…
Former LRA Rebel Commander Ongwen Transferred to Norway to Start 25-year Jail Term
The former Lord’s Resistance Army (LRA) rebel commander, Dominic Ongwen has been transferred to an undisclosed detention facility in Norway to begin serving his 25-year jail term. Ogwen was transferred yesterday Monday, according to a statement from the Hague-based International Criminal Court (ICC). This comes more than two years after the Trial Chamber IX sentenced Ongwen…
Is Sheikh Shaban Ramadhan Mubaje still Mufti of Uganda?
A court order granting authority to Babirye Yudaya, Burhan Namanya, and one Hussein to organize a special session of the Uganda Muslim Supreme Council ( UMSC) General Assembly, has resulted in the group saying they have electing a new Mufti, Sheikh Abdallah Ssemambo, supposedly to replace Sheikh Shaban Ramadhan Mubaje. Hadji Abbas Sekyanzi Muluubya, the…
Court Confirms 78 Charges Against Ex-LRA Commander, 14 dropped
The High Court International Crimes Division has ruled that ex Lord’s Resistance Army – LRA commander Thomas Kwoyelo, also known as Latoni, has a case to answer in 78 out of 93 charges. The prosecution has successfully secured this ruling. Loss of the 14 counts is attributed to death, relocation, loss of memory, and advanced…
High Court Confirms Murder, Terror Charges Against Kiggundu Suspect Killers
The International Crimes Division of the High Court has formally charged individuals linked to the killing of Major Mohammad Kiggundu and his bodyguard Sergeant Steven Mukasa. Justice Richard Wejuli Wabwire, on Monday, confirmed multiple charges against the accused, who will now await trial before a designated panel. The accused, Sheikh Yahaya Ramathan Mwanje, the deputy…
DETAILS! Police Explains How Gang Leader Sobi Met His Death
Paddy Sserunjogi, widely known as Sobi, met a tragic end on Monday afternoon in Kibaale village, Kigumba parish, Maddu Sub-county, Gomba district. Residents allegedly attacked and hacked him to death, accusing him of forcefully acquiring land. Confirming Sobi’s demise late in the evening, Katonga Regional Police Spokesperson Superintendent of Police- SP Majid Karim noted the…
Just In: Notorious Kampala Kifeesi Gang Leader Sobi Killed In Gomba Land Wrangle
Paddy Sserunjonji aka Sobi one of the notorious gangsters,who self-confessed as a leader of Kifeesi, a criminal gang, which terrorized Kampala has been hacked to death in Kigesi,Maddu,Gomba district in a land wrangles. More details are coming up…………..
6 Rules You Should Always Follow When Flying
When it comes to flying, there are unspoken rules of etiquette that can make a significant difference in the comfort and experience of both yourself and your fellow passengers. In a survey conducted by the travel search engine Kayak, 1,000 people were asked about these unspoken rules, revealing valuable insights into proper aeroplane etiquette. Here…
WHO Includes False Teeth on List of Neglected Tropical Diseases
The World Health Organization (WHO) on Friday announced the inclusion of noma disease in its official list of Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs). The decision was recommended by the 17th meeting of the Strategic and Technical Advisory Group for Neglected Tropical Diseases. The decision has been welcomed because it is likely to expand health services to…
URA Sensitizes Traders on Changes in Valuation Database
Uganda Revenue Authority embarked on the process of amending its valuation database to ensure uniformity in the customs values of imported goods. To ensure smoothness in this process, the tax body reached out to different stakeholders to get their input. It was against this background that URA met with representatives from the textile industry. The purpose…