Stories :: Accepted date: May 2023

Updated: 29 May, 12:2512:25

• Thousands of Pilgrims Commence Journey from Jinja to Namugongo Martyrs Shrine

  29 May 2023, 12:12 Comments 27 Views Jinja, Uganda Religion Report

  To ensure the safety of the pilgrims, significant deployment of both police and UPDF personnel was observed along the roadsides, major highways, and the new bridge. The pilgrimage commenced with a march in Jinja city's central business district, featuring three bands and resonating with Christian hymns as the pilgrims prepared for their walk.

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• Nandutu Loses Bid to Block Trial in Iron Sheet Scandal

  29 May 2023, 11:58 Comments 48 Views Kampala, Uganda Court Updates

  During the hearing, Nandutu's lawyers, led by Caleb Alaka, objected to proceeding with the case, citing imprecise, ambiguous, and vague charges that could potentially infringe upon her right to a fair hearing.

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• Museveni Assents to Anti-Homosexuality Act, Parliament Stands Firm Top story

  29 May 2023, 10:56 Comments 190 Views Parliament Crime Updates

  The Anti-Homosexuality Act, a highly contentious piece of legislation, has been a subject of intense discussion and lobbying both within and outside Uganda.

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• Pictorial: The Changing Face of the Anglican Martyrs Site

  29 May 2023, 10:01 Comments 93 Views Religion Slideshow

  The metamorphosis of this sacred site is truly remarkable. Take, for instance, the amphitheater, which now offers a captivating view from every angle. Unlike the Catholic side, where plastic chairs were often rented, leading to increased costs, the Anglican site has installed fixed seating on all sides of the amphitheater.

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• Impregnated and Abandoned: The Story of 31 Kasese Young Mothers Top story

  29 May 2023, 08:24 Comments 170 Views Kasese, Uganda Human rights Updates

  According to the girls, they were enticed into relationships with these workers but were abandoned once the company completed its work in the area two years ago.

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• Gov' to Compensate Residents in Bugisu Region's Disaster Risk Areas

  29 May 2023, 08:09 Comments 127 Views Environment Updates

  Under the program, the government aims to provide 17 million shillings to each of the 4,000 targeted families in the Bugisu region. The funds will enable them to purchase land and construct houses in safer areas while leaving their original land for agricultural purposes.

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• Teenage Mother Arrested For Throwing Her Baby in River

  29 May 2023, 07:56 Comments 186 Views Mitooma District, Uganda Crime Updates

  The body was discovered and retrieved from the river on Saturday. Following an investigation, the suspect was arrested on Sunday at her hideout in Mayanga.

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• Jinja Bishop Blesses Pilgrimage Cross for Uganda Martyrs Day Celebration Top story

  29 May 2023, 07:48 Comments 146 Views Jinja, Uganda Religion Report

  On Wednesday, Wamika will hand over the cross to Namugongo Basilica. He will then preside over the first mass, welcoming pilgrims from various parts of the country and outside Uganda ahead of the Martyrs Day celebrations on June 3rd, 2023. The cross serves as a reminder of Jesus Christ's suffering during his crucifixion at Calvary.

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• Masaba Cultural Institution: Elders Resolve to Disband Rival Leaders

  29 May 2023, 07:39 Comments 77 Views Crime Updates

  Since the passing of Bob Mushikori, the second Bamasaba cultural leader (Umukukha), in 2020, Masaba cultural institution has been embroiled in a leadership dispute.

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• LC 3 Chairperson Arrested For Murder in Koboko

  29 May 2023, 07:23 Comments 130 Views Koboko Police Station, Kaya Highway, Koboko, Uganda Crime Security Local government Updates

  Josephine Angucia, the West Nile region Police spokesperson, confirmed that the suspect was arrested to assist the police in their investigations into the violence that led to the deaths of two individuals and left one severely injured.

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• Health Center In-Charge Attempts Suicide after Killing Wife

  29 May 2023, 07:15 Comments 135 Views Rukungiri, Western Region, Uganda Crime Updates

  According to the police, the incident arose from a disagreement that started on Friday, May 19, 2023, regarding a planned visit to Natukunda's parents. It is alleged that Natukunda's parents had invited the couple for a visit, but Arineitwe strongly resisted, citing financial constraints to facilitate the journey and purchase gifts.

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• Deacons Ordained on Pentecostal Sunday

  28 May 2023, 15:51 Comments 174 Views Mbarara, Uganda Religion Updates

  The Archbishop asked Christians to give solace to the needy, especially refugees, and make them feel at home in the new environment without fear as part of God's work.

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• Private Security Guard Survives Lynching for Shooting Cyclist

  28 May 2023, 15:26 Comments 200 Views Kampala, Uganda Security Crime Updates

  Trouble started when Kasule and Nickon Onwang, attached to SGA Private Security Company developed a disagreement at Stabex Petrol Station in Garuga, Entebbe. It is alleged that Kasule assaulted Onwang who was regulating the parking at the petrol station.

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• 800 Al-Shabaab Terrorists Attacked UPDF Base in Somalia- Museveni

  28 May 2023, 14:34 Comments 242 Views Kampala, Uganda Security Crime Updates

  Museveni, who is also the Commander-in-chief also confirmed that UPDF soldiers were killed but he did not give numbers of the dead nor the injured.

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• Bodaboda Rider Kills Ex-Wife, Hangs Himself

  28 May 2023, 14:00 Comments 211 Views Kampala, Uganda Security Crime Updates

  Police has recorded statement from four witnesses; the bodies areundergoing postmortem and Luke Owoyesigyire has asked any body with additional information related to these incidents to come forward and cooperate with the authorities.

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• Six Awarded for Preserving Uganda’s Cultural Heritage

  28 May 2023, 13:52 Comments 170 Views Lifestyle Tourism Updates

  According to Sadek, the EU is now considering support in the cultural heritage preservation, the way it is doing to infrastructure and other sectors.

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• Civil Society Organization Calls for Improved Education in Karamoja

  28 May 2023, 13:49 Comments 124 Views Karamoja, Uganda Local government Education Report

  Lucy Akajo, the Karamoja Regional Coordinator for Uganda National Teacher Union attributed school poor performances to the negative attitude towards education among the communities in the region.

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• Buliisa Residents Benefit from Free Medical Camp

  28 May 2023, 13:29 Comments 161 Views Buliisa District, Uganda Health Updates

  The free medical camp under the Omugo Foundation that started on Friday saw patients flocking Buliisa health center IV to receive treatment.

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• UCAA Benchmarked by Publicists on Crisis Management at Entebbe Airport

  28 May 2023, 13:24 Comments 160 Views Entebbe, Uganda Business and finance Report

  PRAU President Tina Wamala who led the team said UCAA had gone through a lot and it was an experience worthwhile for members to take lessons on the handling of the different crises the organization had gone through.

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• Buvuma, Kiyindi Islands Get New Ferry

  28 May 2023, 13:03 Comments 177 Views Buvuma, Uganda Agriculture Business and finance Environment Editorial

  The four-engine ferry was designed and built by Songoro Marine Transport Limited in Mwanza, Tanzania.

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