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UPDF Troops in Somalia Join Global Effort to Fight Plastic Pollution on World Environment Day

June 7, 2025 5:55 pm Published by Comments Off on UPDF Troops in Somalia Join Global Effort to Fight Plastic Pollution on World Environment Day

National: The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) serving under the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM), together with the United Nations Guard Unit Eleven (UNGU XI), joined the Federal Government of Somalia and the United Nations in marking World Environment Day. The main event was held at... Read More


Rukungiri PFF Members Endorse Besigye for 2026 Presidency Despite Detention, Announce Protest

June 6, 2025 9:40 pm Published by Comments Off on Rukungiri PFF Members Endorse Besigye for 2026 Presidency Despite Detention, Announce Protest

National: A section of People’s Front for Freedom (PFF) members in Rukungiri district has endorsed Col. Dr. Kizza Besigye as their presidential candidate for the 2026 general elections, despite his continued detention since November 2024. The endorsement took place on June 6, during a press conference at Rozera Gardens in... Read More


St. Francis Buhunga High School Holds Annual Sports Day Ahead of District Athletics and Ball Games

June 6, 2025 3:53 pm Published by Comments Off on St. Francis Buhunga High School Holds Annual Sports Day Ahead of District Athletics and Ball Games

Rukungiri: As part of preparations for the Rukungiri District Athletics and Ball Games scheduled for 14th June, St. Francis Buhunga High School held its annual sports day to select pupils who will represent the school at the district level. According to the school’s sports teacher, Joshua Niwangumya, the event took... Read More


Hon. David Tushabomwe Ndindi Picks NRM Nomination Forms, Pledges Development and Unity for Rubabo.

June 6, 2025 8:12 am Published by Comments Off on Hon. David Tushabomwe Ndindi Picks NRM Nomination Forms, Pledges Development and Unity for Rubabo.

Rukungiri: The aspiring Member of Parliament for Rubabo County, Hon. David Tushabomwe Ndindi, has picked nomination forms from the National Resistance Movement (NRM) Electoral Commission. Speaking to our reporter in a phone interview shortly after receiving the forms on June 5, Tushabomwe pledged to promote a comprehensive development agenda. He... Read More


Kashenyi Secondary School Holds Sports Day to Develop Student Talent

June 6, 2025 5:54 am Published by Comments Off on Kashenyi Secondary School Holds Sports Day to Develop Student Talent

Rukungiri: Students of Kashenyi Secondary School in Ruhinda, Rukungiri District, held a vibrant sports day filled with various activities including athletes, relays, and field events. The event took place on June 5, at Kashenyi playground in Ruhinda Sub-county. During an interview with our news reporter, the head teacher, Rev. Ivan... Read More


Opposition Politician Ingrid Turinawe Donates Sanitary Pads to Boost Girls’ Education in Rukungiri

June 5, 2025 8:28 pm Published by Comments Off on Opposition Politician Ingrid Turinawe Donates Sanitary Pads to Boost Girls’ Education in Rukungiri

Rukungiri: An opposition candidate and founder of TIK Foundation Ingrid Kamateneti Turinawe, has donated sanitary pads to pupils of Ruruku and Kakonkoma Primary Schools in Rukungiri Municipality. The donation took place on June 5, with deliveries made at Ruruku Primary School in Mukarere, Western Division, and Kakonkoma Primary School in... Read More


Hon. Frank Rukanirwa Picks NRM Nomination Forms, Vows to Champion Development in Rujumbura County

June 5, 2025 8:21 pm Published by Comments Off on Hon. Frank Rukanirwa Picks NRM Nomination Forms, Vows to Champion Development in Rujumbura County

Rukungiri: Hon. Frank Rukanirwa has officially picked nomination forms from the National Resistance Movement (NRM) Electoral Commission, signaling his intention to contest for the Rujumbura County Member of Parliament seat for the 2026–2031 term. Speaking to our news reporter via phone call shortly after receiving the nomination forms from the... Read More


129 Criminal Cases Registered at Namugongo Pilgrimage, 96 Arrested.

June 5, 2025 3:45 pm Published by Comments Off on 129 Criminal Cases Registered at Namugongo Pilgrimage, 96 Arrested.

Kampala: Police in Kampala have confirmed that a total of 129 criminal cases were registered during this year’s Namugongo Martyrs’ Day celebrations, resulting in the arrest of 96 individuals. The incidents ranged from theft to attempted sexual assault, marring what was otherwise a relatively peaceful pilgrimage compared to previous years.... Read More


Rukiga Woman Murdered After Night Call from Boyfriend

June 5, 2025 1:20 pm Published by Comments Off on Rukiga Woman Murdered After Night Call from Boyfriend

Rukiga: Police in Rukiga District are investigating the mysterious murder of a 35-year-old woman identified as Evelyn Nkanshabe, also known as Shamirah or Kyarenga, a bar worker and resident of Rwabahanze Cell, Muhanga Ward, Muhanga Town Council. Nkanshabe was reportedly killed on the night of June 2, 2025, in Rubare... Read More


Mob Kills Escaped Robbery Suspect in Kisoro District.

June 5, 2025 12:45 pm Published by Comments Off on Mob Kills Escaped Robbery Suspect in Kisoro District.

Kisoro: Police in Kisoro District are investigating the murder of a 37-year-old man, Irankunda Desire, who was killed by a mob after escaping from hospital where he was under police guard. According to Kigezi Regional Police Spokesperson, ASP Elly Maate, the incident happened on the night of June 4, 2025... Read More