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Scandal: Nakawa Division MSC,Banks Under Investigation Over Mismanagement Of UGX 1.6 Bn Emyooga Funds

The Nakawa Division Microfinance Support Center and various banks are under scrutiny for allegedly collaborating with certain individuals to embezzle UGX 1.6 billion from the Emyooga program. In October 2020, the Ministry of Finance, Planning, and Economic Development launched the first phase

March 5, 2025

Crime

Three Arrested in Entebbe Counterfeit Operation, $2 Million Seized

A joint security operation by the State House Anti-Corruption Unit (SH-ACU) and other agencies led to the arrest of three suspects involved in a counterfeit smuggling scheme. The operation, conducted in Entebbe, Wakiso District, uncovered $2 million in counterfeit currency hidden in

December 29, 2024

Crime

Kiira Community Hails Police For Enhanced Patrols During Christmas Celebrations

The community in Kiira Region’s Jinja East Division has expressed admiration for the police’s unique approach to Christmas patrols. On the night of December 25, 2024, SP Magombe Reagan led a team of officers in conducting impromptu checks at various police substations

December 26, 2024

Crime

Just In: Police Officer Shoots Driver Dead Near Hotel Sheraton Over Traffic Dispute

Kampala was thrown into shock and confusion after a police officerNo. 55915 PC Bahati Charles reportedly shot and killed a mini-truck driver Julius Ssemwaka during a traffic altercation on Kintu Road near the Sheraton Hotel. The incident, which occurred on today in

December 23, 2024

Crime

Four Men Remanded Over Killing Of Deputy Lord Mayor Nyanjura’s Brother

Four suspects have been remanded to Luzira Prison in connection with the killing of Tugume Albert Cook Apuuli, a mobile money operator and brother to Kampala Deputy Lord Mayor, Doreen Nyanjura. The suspects include Jimmy Mutagubya, a 27-year-old boda-boda rider; Kayemba Bosco,

December 21, 2024

Crime

Heartless: Assailants Murder Brother Of FDC Top Official In Nakawa

Police in Nakawa are investigating the circumstances under which Ibrahim Ayiko, a brother to the Najjanakumbi FDC electoral commission Deputy Secretary Augustine Ojobire, was brutally stabbed to death. This incident happened on the night of December 16, 2024, in Nakawa division, in

December 18, 2024

Crime

Four Arrested Over Death Of Kyambogo University IT Specialist

Police have arrested four suspects in connection with the death of Jacob Akansasira, a 40-year-old IT specialist at Kyambogo University. Akansasira, a resident of Kiwatule in Kampala, succumbed to injuries sustained in a mob attack in Namugongo. According to police spokesperson Rusoke

December 17, 2024

Crime

NGO Boss Pinned Over Forging Janet Museveni’s Signature To Solicit Funds

A 24-year-old man, Kenneth Niwamanya, is facing charges of forging the signature of Education and Sports Minister Janet Museveni. Prosecutors allege Niwamanya created counterfeit letters bearing the minister’s signature to appoint her as the patron of his organization, UMOJA Youth Initiative Development

December 14, 2024

Crime

Four Mbarara Police Officers Dismissal Over Dragging Elderly Woman In Mud

The Police Disciplinary Court in Mbarara has recommended the dismissal of four officers involved in a viral video that exposed excessive use of force during the arrest of Victoria Kabatoreine. The officers, identified as ASP Andrew Betunga, Detective Constables Darious Aharizira, Hope

December 14, 2024

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Exposed: URA Intercepts Nile Perch Smuggler With Phones Dodging UGX 1.9 Billion In Taxes

In a major win for the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA), enforcement officers have intercepted a suspected smuggler attempting to evade UGX 1.9 billion in taxes on over 3,800 unregistered mobile phones. The arrest, carried out by URA’s elite Team One, followed a

December 13, 2024

Crime

Four Mbarara Police Officers Detained Over Violent Arrest Of Elderly Woman

The Uganda Police Force has taken action against four of its officers after a viral video showing a woman being dragged through mud during an arrest ignited widespread public outrage. The incident, which occurred in Lubiri cell, Mbarara City, has drawn harsh

December 13, 2024

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