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Monster Housemaid Sentenced To 40 Years For Brutal Assault On Four Year Child
A 37-year-old housemaid, Precious Tumuhirwe, has been sentenced to 40 years in prison after pleading guilty to charges of aggravated torture of a four-year-old child under her care. The sentencing was delivered by Kira Chief Magistrate Shallon Niwaha during court proceedings on January 3, 2025. The assault, which occurred on December 26, 2024, in Kikoko…
Prominent Ugandan Journalist Risdel Kasasira Dies In Tragic Accident
The Ugandan media fraternity is mourning the sudden loss of Risdel Kasasira, a celebrated journalist whose dedication to truthful reporting earned him widespread respect. Kasasira tragically lost his life today in a car accident on the Mbarara-Masaka Highway while traveling with his family. Reports indicate that Kasasira, a native of Lyantonde, was en route to…
Agriculture Ministry Officially Takes Over UCDA, NAADS,CDO & DDA
The Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry, and Fisheries (MAAIF) has formally taken over operations from four major agricultural agencies: the Uganda Coffee Development Authority (UCDA), Cotton Development Organization (CDO), National Agricultural Advisory Services (NAADS), and the Dairy Development Authority (DDA). This move is part of the government’s effort to streamline agricultural governance and improve service…
UPDF Officer Tragically Takes Own Life In Mpigi
A Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) officer has died by suicide, sparking renewed conversations about mental health challenges within the armed forces. The incident happened on Wednesday afternoon in Nakirebe, a location between Wakiso and Mpigi districts. According to initial reports, the officer, identified as RO/13999 Lt. Amon Ariho from the UPDF Engineering Brigade, arrived…
Human Rights Crisis Escalates Across East Africa, Regional Law Society Demands Immediate Action
The East Africa Law Society (EALS), alongside bar associations led by Faith Mony Odhiambo – President, Law Society of Kenya, Isaac Ssemakade – President, Uganda Law Society, Boniface Mwabukusi – President, Tanganyika Law Society,Moise Nkundabarashi – President, Rwanda Bar Association, Patrick Didier Nukuri – President, Burundi Bar Association, Joseph Shaaban Magazi – President, Zanzibar Law…
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‘Why Can’t You Let Ugandans Breathe?’-Finance Committee Roars As It Dustbins Shs 200,000 Annual Car License
Parliament’s finance committee has rejected the 200,000 Shillings license on cars and 50,000 Shillings for motorbikes. thecapitaltimes.co.ug has learnt. Last week, the minister of Finance, Matia Kasaija tabled tax measures seeking to make amendments to a number of bills including, Excise Duty Act, External Trade Act, Fish Act, Income Tax Act, Mining Act, Stamp Duty…
‘With NEMA Approval, We Only Secured Our Garden Which Was Earlier Affected By Unprecedented Rise Of Water’- Ruparelia Group Dismisses Allegations Of Refilling Lake Victoria
As part of the larger preparations for the incoming 19th Summit of the Non-Aligned Movement to be held in January 2024 in Kampala, Uganda at Speke Resort Munyonyo, the entire facility is also undergoing some indoor and outdoor refurbishments and upgrades. The Ruparelia group conducted an on-the-spot media tour of the construction grounds and provided…
‘You Cannot Make Money Alone & Call That Success’ – Dr. Sudhir Tips On How He Defines Success
Uganda’s business magnate and investor Dr. Sudhir Ruparelia, possibly the country’s most charismatic businessman is the chairman of Ruparelia Group, one of the top taxpayers in Uganda. The Nepal consul in Uganda and a symbol of financial success on the East African land has been sharing tidbits of his success journey, which is peppered with…
‘You Order, We Deliver’- Speke Resort Munyonyo Unveils a Home Delivery Policy To Save Clients From Unnecessary Movements
Famous for its delicious buffets, Speke Resort Munyonyo, an ideal spot from which to discover the true beauty of Pearl of Africa has unveiled a home delivery policy as one of the mechanisms used by the hotel to keep its clients safe from unnecessary movements that would expose them to COVID-19. Speke management says that…
‘You Order, We Deliver’- Dolphin Suites Unveils a Home Delivery Policy To Save Clients From Unnecessary Movements During This Festive Season
Famous for its delicious buffets, Dolphin Suites Bugolobi, an ideal spot from which to discover the true beauty of the Pearl of Africa has unveiled a home delivery policy as one of the mechanisms used by the hotel to keep its clients safe from unnecessary movements. Dolphin management says that their clients can now have…
‘You’re Now Safe’- Goldstar, Hisense Announce Insurance Cover For Appliances
Goldstar Insurance Limited, has announced their partnership with Hisense Uganda in a move aimed at improving the customer experience between the two entities. With it’s electronics appliances policy, Goldstar will in the new partnership cover accidental damages and theft of Hisense brand products for up to three years. The partnership was announced on Thursday April 29,…