Six arrested in Busia operation targeting phone, bag thefts
Police said the operation was carried out by the territorial force under the command of the officer in charge of operations and targeted areas identified as crime hotspots.
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Thieves steal eight cattle, slaughter four in Butaleja
According to police, the animals were stolen during the night of September 3, 2026, by unknown people. Wopera reportedly discovered the theft at about 6:00 am when he woke up to go to the garden and found the kraal empty.
Police officer who lost job after missed headcount arrested
Nickson Mangeni, 36, was arrested on September 4, 2026, after police received information that he was keeping a police uniform at his residence in Mawero East B cell, North C ward, Eastern division, Busia municipality.
Two arrested over house fire in Buikwe
According to police, the owner of the house, identified as Lawrence Otuki, had gone to appear before an LC1 meeting after reportedly receiving a summons over a complaint made by a neighbour, identified as Babirye Margret.
Traditional healer killed in suspected mob attack in Nakaseke
Preliminary information indicates that some of Kawuki's children allegedly suspected that their father's death was connected to Ssemuddu, although police have not established any evidence to substantiate the allegation.
Seven arrested over alleged fraudulent titling of Nakalama public land
Five of the suspects were arraigned before the Iganga Chief Magistrate's Court on September 4, 2026, and remanded to Iganga Government Prison over the alleged fraudulent acquisition of the public land.
Police trace iPhone stolen at King Saha concert, arrest three
“Following intelligence-led inquiries, police arrested Abud Lubwama alias Mafia, who disclosed that he had stolen the iPhone 11 and sold it to Joseph Ssentongo. Police proceeded to Nateete Central A Zone, where Ssentongo was arrested and the stolen phone recovered. A pink phone cover, which was reportedly on the phone at the time it was stolen, was also recovered from his bag,” Owoyesigyire said.
Police arrest 10 in Mityana crime crackdown
The operation, conducted on the morning of September 5, 2026, targeted several crime hotspots in Buswabulingo cell where residents had reported increasing cases of burglary and theft, mobile phone and handbag snatching, substance abuse and the movement of people carrying offensive weapons such as pangas and knives.
Uganda to benefit from $300m WIOCC digital infrastructure investment
For Uganda, the development is significant because Uganda Telecom (UTCL) is among WIOCC Group’s shareholders, alongside telecommunications operators and infrastructure companies from across the continent.
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Wavamuno sues brother over Kabowa property
Kamya, the man at the centre of Wavamuno’s suit, is a man dotted with controversy. On February 29, 1996, Kamya and a gang waylaid a Barclays Bank bullion van at Kitoro on Entebbe Road. The van was transporting $240,000 that had just been flown into Uganda from the UK. During the interception, a police constable, only identified as Wodulo, was shot dead, and the money was stolen. Investigators discovered that Kamya was paid $10,000 shortly after the robbery using cash with serial numbers that matched the stolen banknotes.
Kainerugaba urges Ugandans to make blood donation a regular habit
“Every second counts,” Kainerugaba said, warning that women experiencing severe bleeding can deteriorate rapidly when blood and blood products are not immediately available.
Hope and lessons fuel Bishop Stuart University’s 2026 quiz campaign
As the students prepare for yet another battle of wits this season, they are encouraged to make use of the remaining time by revisiting material from previous editions.
Museveni hails Brothers of Christian Instruction for role in education
In his preaching, Archbishop Ssemogerere said that over the last century, the Brothers' schools have taught many people and helped several to grow in faith and character both on and off the field.
Soroti steps up sickle cell fight, 131 screened at Etop-supported drive
The campaign brought together health workers, patients, parents, community members and other stakeholders to raise awareness about sickle cell disease and mobilise resources to improve screening and diagnosis.
Hoima City HIV infections soar to 9.5% amid rising complacency and wild nightlife
The National HIV/AIDS prevalence stands at 4.7%, with an average of 6.3% among women and 3.3% among men and a total of 1.5 million people are living with HIV/AIDS in Uganda.
Two left in race for National Women Committee chairperson
The accreditation of 147 delegates forming the electoral college took place on Thursday, followed by the nomination of candidates
Mpigi probes three teachers over absconding from duty, hiring mercenaries
“I would like to re-echo the concern from the community of Kasozi. We have a government primary school in our area, but there is a serious challenge in the school administration. Teachers have run away from the station and hired villagers to teach on their behalf. These teachers share their salary with these hired villagers; we ask the district leadership to look into our concern,” Kabugo said.
Ebola casts shadow over school reopening in eastern DR Congo
Education authorities in Beni say they are coordinating with health officials to strengthen prevention measures, with Robert Kibonge, head of the Beni educational sub-division, saying officials had been asked to identify the areas most affected by Ebola while some partners had promised to provide additional prevention equipment to schools.
Muhoozi 's 20 million signatures drive starts in Kira, Wakiso
“On October 5th, we have a blood donation at Kololo Ceremonial Grounds, championed by Mrs. Kainerugaba. Let us move early in the morning to donate blood and save the lives of Ugandans who are in dire need of it,” Twalla said.
At Mbarara University, the university quiz fever is back!
“If I hadn’t been exposed through that quiz, answering those sports questions, trust me, I wouldn’t have been re-elected for the second time as chairperson of the students’ Sports and Games Union,” says medicine student Stewart Agaba.
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