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May 2025 29 results
20:23
20:23

John Baptist Kakooza: The Democratic Party's Great Volunteer 4 1

We reflect on why he believed in strong political parties, why president Museveni must not kill political parties, why the state should fund parties equally and why he wished President Museveni had addressed the succession question.
18:35
18:35

Gen Saleh Assures EU Diplomats Over Muhoozi’s Threats European Union 1 1 Top story

A team of European Union (EU) member state Ambassadors, led by the EU Ambassador to Uganda, Jan Sadek told Gen Saleh that Gen Muhoozi, in one of his controversial posts on X-platform (former Twitter), had threatened “to take us to his basement.”
18:30
18:30

Former CID Spokesperson Charged, Remanded 1

Twine on Thursday appeared alongside Noah Mutwe, the bodyguard of NUP President Robert Kyagulanyi, before, Grade One Magistrate.
17:50
17:50

Former Kaliro NTC Principal, Accountant Arrested over Fraud 1

It is alleged that the two irregularly authorised payments of 120,904,000 Shillings to Nissi Restaurant and takeaway. This money was reportedly meant to cater for meals and refreshments of participants during an information communications technology retooling workshop, while knowing that their actions would cause financial loss to the government of Uganda, since there was no corresponding evidence to justify such an expenditure.
15:51
15:51

Kisoro Pupils Plant Trees, Grow Mushrooms To Protect Wildlife 2

As the world marks International Day for Biological Diversity (May 22), Agaba’s work underscores the power of grassroots conservation.
15:41
15:41

Four LCI Chairpersons in Kitgum Remanded over Malicious Damage Kitgum Town Council

According to the prosecution, the incident occurred between April and early May 2025, when the accused individuals, along with others still at large, allegedly mobilized the community to destroy property belonging to Patrick Ali Candano. The destroyed property included fish ponds, beehives, and a nursery bed, among others. The prosecution alleges that the accused individuals accused Candano of encroaching on over three acres of community grazing land in Pagwar Wilela Cell.
15:10
15:10

Nakawa Court Arrest: Sheikh Mureebi Speaks of Brutal Treatment by Security 2 1 Top story

In an interview with URN, Mureebi, who had just received medical treatment at a nearby clinic, reported still experiencing pain in his legs, back, and head due to the beating he endured while in the van and during his detention in an unknown location.
15:01
15:01

Museveni Commissions US$5M Starch Factory 2 Top story

The factory, with an annual production capacity of 40,000 metric tonnes of high-grade cassava starch, will serve vital sectors such as pharmaceuticals, textiles, animal feeds, packaging, and biofuel. The facility sources raw cassava from over 1,800 out grower farmers across the country.
14:57
14:57

MP Rallies Voters in Lango to Vote Opposition in Parliament 1 4

MP Okae blamed the government for being responsible for the high poverty prevalence in Lango sub-region due to the low prices of commodities compared to Obote’s regime, where prices of goods were high.
13:04
13:04

Assailants Raid Kagadi Villages, Hack four Residents Attacks 3

The victims have been identified as Ssali Ssentongo of Kiryambiire cell, Gerald Geofrey of Nyabinannga cell, Patrick Kirungi of Kiryambiire cell and another one only identified as Tusingwire also a resident of Nyabinanga cell.
12:27
12:27

Global Leaders Pledge Additional $170m to Support WHO

Switzerland gave $40 million, Qatar gave $6 million, Sweden gave $13.5 million and Angola gave $8 million.
12:06
12:06

Prison Inmate Dies After Collapsing on Farm

Wolibwa was among 60 inmates sent to work at the Kata Army Farm in Bunabutye Sub-county under the supervision of prison officers. Eyewitnesses say he had been working for hours under the scorching sun with minimal rest before he collapsed around 3:00 PM.
11:57
11:57

12-Year-Old Boy Detained for Hacking Woman to Death Over Avocado Juvenile 2

The incident occurred on Wednesday evening after Abigaba reportedly accused the boy of stealing an avocado from her garden. According to information gathered by Uganda Radio Network (URN), the confrontation quickly escalated into a violent quarrel.
11:28
11:28

NRM EC Nullifies Victory of Mparo Town Council Youth Chairperson

In the recently concluded sub-county party elections, Aharizira had garnered 8 votes to defeat his contender, Christmas Jones Tumuramye, who got six votes.
11:25
11:25

Kitgum District Sets Date for Official Opening of Lanyadyang Bridge USAID

According to Kitgum District Chairperson, Arwai Christopher Obol, the project faced major setbacks, one of which was the suspension of USAID funding earlier this year, following policy changes by U.S. President Donald Trump after assuming office.
11:02
11:02

Museveni Orders Muhoozi To Deal With Vandals of Electric Wires 1 1

The President’s directive follows a spate of vandalism incidents that have left several areas in Nakasongola, Luwero, and Nakaseke districts in darkness due to the destruction of electric poles and theft of wires.
10:42
10:42

Police Officer Remanded to Kitgum Prison For Murder Apollo Ground Cell.

According to the prosecution, the incident occurred on May 3, 2025, at around 2:00 a.m. in Apollo Ground Cell, Central Division, Kitgum Municipality. It is alleged that Bainomugisha shot and killed Opoka as he was returning from a nightclub.
10:24
10:24

13 Minors Intercepted En Route to Teso in Search of Labour Napak district 1

The group, comprising nine females and four males, was intercepted on Wednesday afternoon at the Olilim security checkpoint while walking on foot to various locations in Teso. Mike Longole, the Mt Moroto regional police spokesperson confirmed the incident stating that the children had successfully crossed to Katakwi district.
08:26
08:26

Police Identify Baby Coach Bus Crash Victims 1

Collins Asea, the West Nile Region Police Spokesperson, confirmed the development and said the fatal incident was registered under reference number TAR.13/2025 at Pakwach Central Police Station.
08:15
08:15

RDCs Warned Against Political Involvement, Urged to Prioritize Security and Service Delivery 5 1

The call was made during a three-day capacity-building retreat held at Mt. Moroto Hotel, attended by RDCs, Deputy RDCs, District Internal Security Officers (DISOs), Assistant RDCs, and other technical officers from across the region.
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