Uganda: Grenade Claims to Be Kafeero's Son As DNA Tests Continue in Estate Dispute

Musician Deus Ndugwa, popularly known as Grenade, has publicly claimed that he is the biological son of the late Kadongo Kamu icon Prince Paul Job Kafeero as DNA testing continues… Read more »

Uganda: Law Society Condemns IGG Over 'Trial By Media' in Refugees Corruption Probe

The Uganda Law Society has strongly criticised the Inspectorate of Government over what it describes as "trial by media" and violations of constitutional rights following the… Read more »

Uganda: Three Held Over Murder of 51-Year-Old Man in Rukungiri

Police in Rukungiri District are holding three suspects over the murder of a 51-year-old man at Kimbugu Village, Nyabushenyi Parish in Nyarushanje Sub-county. Read more »

Africa: World Cup Visa Row Escalates As Journalists Face Entry Denials

With less than a year to go before the 2026 FIFA World Cup, tensions are rising over reported visa denials affecting international journalists expected to cover the tournament in… Read more »

Uganda: Police Reveal Identities of Eight Suspects in Murder of Rugby Star Sydney Gogondyo

Police have unveiled the identities of eight suspects so far arrested in connection with the mob killing of Uganda Rugby Cranes player, Sydney Gongodyo last week, Read more »

Uganda: Uganda Law Society Calls for National Action Against Mob Violence After Rugby Star Killing

The Uganda Law Society (ULS) has called for a united national campaign against lawlessness and mob violence following the tragic death of national rugby player Sydney Gogondyo, 27,… Read more »

Uganda: Politician Besigye Sues Govt, Muhoozi Over 'Kenya Abduction' and Rights Violations

Veteran opposition politician Dr Kizza Besigye and his co-accused, Hajj Obeid Lutale, have filed a fresh application before the High Court seeking declarations against the… Read more »

Uganda: Why Renouncing Citizenship Is Not a Simple Process

Debate over dual citizenship and eligibility for public office has renewed scrutiny of the legal process of renouncing a foreign nationality, with experts stressing that it is… Read more »

Uganda: Police Officer Killed, Four Civilians Injured During Arrest Operation in Nebbi

A police officer was killed and four civilians sustained gunshot injuries during an operation to arrest a suspect in Nebbi District on the evening of June 6, 2026. Read more »

Uganda: Police Arrest Three Over Mob Killing of Rugby Player Sydney Gongodyo

Police in Kampala have said they have arrested three people in connection to the mob killing of Uganda Rugby Cranes player, Sydney Gongodyo. Read more »

Uganda: Police Dismantles Mukono Robbery Gang

Kampala Metropolitan Police East has dismantled a violent robbery gang operating in Mukono Municipality, arresting six suspects and later apprehending an alleged ringleader in a… Read more »

Uganda: Seven Arrested Over Suspected Robberies in Arua City

Police in Arua City have arrested seven youths during an intelligence-led operation targeting suspected criminals accused of a series of robberies in the city centre, with… Read more »

Uganda: Kivumbi Returns to Butambala Court As Bail Application Pending At High Court

Former Butambala County Member of Parliament Muhammad Muwanga Kivumbi and 23 co-accused persons on Thursday returned to the Butambala Chief Magistrate's Court for further… Read more »

Uganda: Woman Arrested Over Fatal Stabbing of Ex-Husband in Rukungiri

Police in Rukungiri District have arrested a 28-year-old woman on allegations of murdering her former husband in a shocking incident that occurred in Buyanja Sub-county. Read more »

Uganda: Armed Escorts, Locked Gates As Senior Nup Officials Return to Court for Bail Hearing

National Unity Platform (NUP) deputy spokesperson Alex Waiswa Mufumbiro, the party's Head of Security Achileo Kivumbi, Edward Ssebuufu, who heads security for NUP president Robert… Read more »

Uganda: Makerere Graduate Hacked to Death, Home Torched

Residents of Nansana West IA in Nansana Municipality woke up to shock and grief after unknown assailants hacked a 30-year-old man to death before setting his house on fire in an… Read more »

Uganda: Police Shut Down Illegal Gold Mine in Namayingo After Deadly Cave-in Scare

The Minerals Protection Unit (MPU) has closed an illegal gold mining site in Namayingo District following a mine collapse that trapped six miners underground, raising fresh… Read more »

Uganda: Two Arrested in Ibanda With Suspected Stolen Meat As Cattle Theft Cases Rise

Police in Ibanda District have arrested two people after they were allegedly found transporting suspected stolen meat in a vehicle during a night operation conducted on Tuesday. Read more »

Uganda: Court Halts Ira Board Decision Blocking Lubega Contract Renewal

The High Court in Kampala has issued an interim administrative order stopping the Insurance Regulatory Authority (IRA) from acting on a decision that effectively blocked the… Read more »

Uganda: Muganga Alleges Bias, Xenophobia in Parliamentary Vetting Process

The Minister-designate for Internal Affairs, Lawrence Muganga, has launched a strong public response following his contentious appearance before Parliament's Appointments… Read more »

Uganda: Muganga Reaffirms Loyalty to Uganda, Ready to Renounce Foreign Citizenship If Required

State Minister for Internal Affairs designate Lawrence Muganga has reaffirmed his loyalty to Uganda amid growing scrutiny over allegations that he holds dual Ugandan-Canadian… Read more »

Uganda: Police Arrest Three Suspected Members of 'Bona Bafu' Gang in Kira Operation

Police in Kira Division have arrested three suspects believed to be members of a criminal gang known as "Bona Bafu" during an operation in Agenda, Mbalwa-Namugongo in Kira… Read more »

Uganda: Judge Orders Filing of Sureties' Details in Kivumbi Bail Case

International Crimes Division of the High Court Judge Susan Okalany has ordered sureties for the remaining 14 bail applicants in the terrorism case involving former Butambala… Read more »

Uganda: No Martyrs Day Gatherings Will Be Allowed in Mpigi - RDC Mwanje Warns

Security leaders in Mpigi District have warned that anyone who organizes or participates in Martyrs Day celebrations within the district will be arrested, as authorities enforce a… Read more »

Uganda: Traffic Police Arrest 551 Motorists in Week-Long Road Safety Crackdown

The Directorate of Traffic and Road Safety has arrested 551 drivers and riders over the past week as part of ongoing enforcement operations aimed at improving compliance with… Read more »