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A fatal road crash claimed the lives of two people and left eight others injured on the night of March 25, 2025, at Mazuba, Maganda Sub County, along the Iganga-Mbale Highway in Namutumba District. According to a statement from the Uganda Police, the crash involved three vehicles: a Tata Lorry (registration number UBQ 901S), a Toyota Hiace (registration number UBJ 358P), and an unidentified vehicle. Preliminary investigations indicate that the Toyota Hiace was speeding and attempted to overtake the Tata Lorry. In an effort to avoid a head-on collision with an oncoming vehicle, the Hiace driver swerved, scraping the side…
The Uganda Registration Services Bureau (URSB) has intensified its efforts to enforce compliance with the Companies Act, 2012, by striking off and deregistering non-compliant companies from the register. In 2023, the Registrar of Companies struck off 297,697 companies from the register that failed to file annual returns for five consecutive years, rendering them inactive and unable to conduct formal business. Operating a struck-off company is an offense, punishable by a fine of up to UGX 4 million per day, as per Regulation 41 of the Companies Regulations, 2023. URSB has now taken further action by permanently deregistering 10,001 companies that…
Authorities have uncovered new details in the ongoing investigation into the mysterious death of 23-year-old Martha Murari Ahumuza, who collapsed at Mezo Noir, a high-end bar in Kololo, and later succumbed at Kampala Hospital. According to police sources, Ahumuza had left the residence of her boyfriend late at night before proceeding to the popular entertainment venue last Wednesday. The boyfriend has since provided a statement to the police, offering insights into the events preceding her death. Investigators disclosed that Ahumuza had informed her boyfriend that she was going home to collect some clothes and would return. However, she did not…
Heavy rains on Tuesday morning left several roads in Kampala submerged, bringing business to a halt and paralyzing movement in some areas. However, while some infrastructure, like the Kampala Flyover drainage structures, performed efficiently, large parts of the city experienced severe flooding. According to a Ministry of Works and Transport official, the biggest challenge lies not in the capacity of the drainage systems but in the reckless habits of the people. Allan Ssempebwa from the Ministry of Works and Transport attributed the flooding to poor garbage disposal habits that have led to clogged drainage channels. The official emphasized that even…
The Government has launched an ambitious plan to enhance the country’s transport network by constructing 10 new expressways. These expressways are part of a broader initiative to improve connectivity and ease travel across Uganda. The plan aims to decongest major routes, reduce travel time, and boost economic activities by enhancing accessibility between key regions. Key Expressway Projects As part of the Integrated Transport Infrastructure and Services Programme, the Government will prioritize the construction of expressways to link Kampala to other parts of the country. Among the key projects are: Implementation Timeline These expressway projects fall under the National Development Plan…
Uganda Cranes bounced back in style with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Guinea in their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier on Tuesday night at Mandela National Stadium. Allan Okello’s stunning free-kick in the 34th minute proved decisive in securing all three points in a crucial Group G clash. Head coach Paul Put made four changes from the side that suffered a 3-1 defeat to Mozambique, bringing in goalkeeper Nafian Alionzi, Ronald Ssekiganda, Travis Mutyaba, and Rogers Mato. With key players Khalid Aucho and Isima Watenga absent, defender Elio Capradossi was entrusted with the captain’s armband. Uganda started brightly, creating early…
Heavy rainfall in the early hours of the morning has left several roads in Kampala submerged, making them impassable for motorists and pedestrians alike. According to a statement by SP Michael Kananura, several areas, including Banda, Kyambogo, and Kinawataka (Katogo), have been severely affected by the floods. Motorists have been advised to use alternative routes, particularly the Northern Bypass, to avoid the affected areas and minimize delays. “The areas of Banda, Kyambogo & Kinawataka (Katogo) have become impassable. Motorists are advised to use the Northern Bypass as an alternative route to avoid delays & inconveniences,” SP Kananura stated via social…
Uganda and India have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral trade and investment as the 3rd Session of the Uganda-India Joint Trade Committee (JTC) meeting commenced today at the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Vanijya Bhawan, in New Delhi. The high-level meeting was inaugurated by Shri Jay Bhadoo, Additional Secretary at India’s Ministry of Commerce. Distinguished attendees included India’s High Commissioner to Uganda, H.E. Upender Singh Rawat, and Uganda’s High Commissioner to India, H.E. Amb. Prof. Joyce Kakuramatsi Kikafunda. Uganda’s delegation comprises officials from various ministries and agencies, including the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Cooperatives; Ministry of Internal Affairs;…
Uganda’s Finance Minister, Hon. Matia Kasaija, earlier today signed a grant agreement worth approximately Shs. 101.3 billion with the Chinese Ambassador to Uganda, H.E. Zhang Lizhong. The agreement aims to bolster economic and technical cooperation between the Government of the Republic of Uganda and the Government of the People’s Republic of China. The financial and technical support from China will be channeled into investments that align with Uganda’s National Development Goals and the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The funds are expected to facilitate initiatives in key economic sectors, fostering long-term growth and development. Speaking at the signing ceremony,…
Kawempe North MP-elect, Elias Luyimbazi Nalukoola, is set to be sworn in tomorrow following his official gazettement by the Electoral Commission (EC) yesterday. Speaker of Parliament Anita Among confirmed the development, stating that she had received the necessary communication from the EC and would preside over the swearing-in ceremony in her chambers at noon. “I have received official communication from the Electoral Commission along with a copy of the gazetted results. I will proceed to swear in the Member of Parliament-elect for Kawempe North in my chambers tomorrow at noon. I would like to congratulate Elias Nalukoola Luyimbazi on his…