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Delays in the digital number plate registration process have left hundreds of imported cars stranded at the Malaba border, causing significant frustration and financial losses for drivers. Many drivers have been waiting for days, with some arriving as early as Friday but still stuck in queues by Tuesday. Limited Staff and Inefficiency Blamed for Delays The bottleneck has been attributed to the insufficient number of officials deployed by the Ministry of Works and Transport to handle the registration process. Only five personnel are tasked with managing the installation of digital number plates, an effort inadequate to cope with the influx…
The Kampala-Entebbe Expressway has marked three years of tolling operations with stellar results, exceeding both traffic and revenue projections. Addressing the media today, Eng. Stephen Kitonsa, the Acting Engineer in Chief at the Ministry of Works and Transport, highlighted the outstanding performance of the tolling and maintenance operations along the vital road. Traffic and Revenue Surpass Initial Projections The expressway, a critical link between Kampala and Entebbe, has seen a significant rise in daily vehicle passage. Eng. Kitonsa revealed that the expressway now accommodates an average of 28,000 vehicles daily, far surpassing the initial projection of 18,447 vehicles per day.…
Security agencies led by the Directorate of Crime Intelligence’s (DCI) Flying Squad are intensifying efforts to recover a gun mysteriously stolen from the son of a high-ranking army general. The incident, which occurred near the City Oil petrol station in Kamwokya, Kampala, has raised concerns about security lapses and criminal networks. The general’s son reportedly placed his firearm inside a laptop bag before stepping out to make a purchase. When he returned, the bag—and the gun—were missing. Authorities launched an immediate investigation and reviewed CCTV footage from the area, which captured the suspect in action. Suspect Identified The footage revealed…
Speaker Anita Among has reassured the public of the government’s dedication to prioritizing public healthcare to enhance service delivery. Speaking on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, at the official launch of a medical camp at Bukedea Comprehensive School, Among emphasized the government’s ongoing efforts to bring healthcare closer to the people. The event was organized by the Ministry of Health in collaboration with Bukedea District Local Government and the Anita Foundation. A Dream Come True for Public Healthcare “I thank God that today our dream has come true,” Speaker Among said. She highlighted Parliament’s unwavering support for the Ministry of Health…
A new judge has been assigned to preside over the high-profile murder trial involving five individuals accused of orchestrating the killing of Kampala businessman Henry Katanga. The case, which resumed on January 21, 2025, took an unexpected turn as the parties involved were summoned to the chambers of Deputy Registrar Festo Nsenga. During the brief session, Registrar Nsenga informed the parties that a new judge would take over the proceedings, as the previous trial judge, Justice Isaac Muwata, was unable to continue due to health reasons. “Before we proceed, I want to inform this court that we are changing judges…
In a landmark ruling at the Nakasero-based Anti-Corruption Court, Justice Lawrence Gidudu sentenced Ronald Jimmy Ajuk, proprietor of Smart Parking Technology, to two years in prison. Ajuk was convicted of unlawfully withdrawing $219,931 (approximately sh848 million) that had been mistakenly deposited into his account by Absa Bank. In addition to the custodial sentence, Ajuk was ordered to refund the entire amount to the bank. A Costly Mistake Turns Into a Legal Battle The case, which has drawn widespread attention, began with a simple borrowing arrangement. Ajuk had taken a loan of sh6 million from an associate, Anne Kamwine, who transferred…
Renowned Ugandan singer Anita Da Diva narrowly escaped a harrowing ordeal late last night at Moonlight Apartments in Naalya, Kampala. Reports indicate that the artist was the victim of an alleged sexual assault by a Nigerian national. The incident reportedly occurred in the early hours, when Anita, known for her electrifying stage performances and vibrant personality, visited the Nigerian friend at the residential complex. Anita Da Diva said that She had met the friend online and they have been chatting for some time now. According to eyewitnesses, a confrontation ensued in one of the apartments, leading to Anita seeking help…
Internal Affairs Minister General Kahinda Otafiire has issued a stern challenge to Oyam South MP Betty Amongi, urging her to prioritize the development of her own constituency before attempting to unseat Health Minister Dr. Jane Ruth Aceng from the Lira City Woman MP seat. Speaking during the 2025 Bodaboda Festival in Lira City, where he served as the chief guest, Otafiire questioned Amongi’s contributions to her electorate. “Why are you running away from your constituency? Go back and show your people what you’ve achieved for them. Don’t bring your failures here to Lira City. Aceng has delivered — can you…
In the secluded village of Kapchunyai, located in Suam town council in Bukwo District, eastern Uganda, an unusual discovery led investigators to a significant breakthrough in combating wildlife crime. Rangers uncovered freshly detached buffalo testicles hidden in a pot at the home of a local resident, a grim clue that ultimately exposed the illegal killing of wildlife in Mount Elgon National Park. This discovery resulted in the arrest and conviction of Moses Wamanga, 47, a peasant from Kapkobor, and Alfred Wekesa, 50, of Kapchunyai. The two men faced multiple charges under Uganda’s Wildlife Act of 2019, including entering a protected…
The Buganda Road Chief Magistrate’s Court in Kampala has summoned Uganda Law Society (ULS) President, Isaac Ssemakadde, to appear on January 29, 2025, in response to accusations of insulting the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP), Jane Frances Abodo. Chief Magistrate Ronald Kayizzi issued the summons after finding a prima facie case against Ssemakadde, who faces charges of indecent assault. The accusations stem from remarks allegedly made at a public event. “Referring to a woman by her private body parts is a clear attempt to insult her modesty,” Mr. Kayizzi stated. He cited specific instances where Ssemakadde allegedly referred to Ms.…