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.
Read more ...It is alleged that Yusuf Mugwa was ferrying organic waste from Mpumudde High School in Jinja City when his vehicle lost control and rammed into a group of pilgrims who were entering Jinja City via mailo-mbili roundabout.
Read more ...Gerald Tugede, a night-duty machine operator, collapsed after being electrocuted on Thursday.
Read more ...The decomposing body was discovered on Tuesday by fishermen, who were cutting down sugarcane.
Read more ...It is alleged that Kalibala decided to take his own life using a waist belt after failing to clear three months’ rent worth Shillings 75,000.
Read more ...Busoga region registered 1,167 new TB infections in 2022. Records show that several victims were unaware of the exact source of the infection and their possible contacts, a trend which risked the spread of further undocumented infections within the communities.
Read more ...The Jinja City Spokesperson, Rajab Kitto says that the operation was sanctioned early this week due to unregulated businesses that have been set up in the city.
Read more ...Brig. Byekwaso's appointment as chief of staff marks a significant milestone as she becomes the first female military officer to hold such a position within the UPDF.
Read more ...Ronald Ssamanya, an eye witness says that the two fishermen set out early on Tuesday morning when a sudden strong wind caused their boat to veer off course, leading to its capsizing and their subsequent drowning.
Read more ...Moses Eyaro, a radiographer with the MOH, reports that they have already screened 140 individuals in the past five days. Eyaro states that their X-ray findings have identified patients with abnormalities in their chest areas. Further analysis will be conducted to thoroughly examine the samples for possible TB infections.
Read more ...Asad Kiisa, a resident of Buwamwa village, in Nawampiti sub-county was found with seven bullets, a pair of UPDF uniforms, one pair of military boots, and an unspecified number of bullet shells.
Read more ...Lazia Naigaga was playing with other children outside their house when she was struck dead on Saturday by a loose naked electricity wire.
Read more ...Fishermen in the area are hesitant towards embracing primary safety measures due to the belief that illegal fishing operations by the UPDF are only concentrated on big water bodies like Lake Victoria, and Lake Kyoga, among others.
Read more ...Yasin Sowobi, a local resident, has accused Naigaga of having multiple partners and believes that this could have led to a fatal fight between them.
Read more ...According to witnesses, the couple had an argument on Tuesday morning, during which Mugaya grabbed a machete and proceeded to stab the victim multiple times in the neck, chest, and abdomen before fleeing the scene.
Read more ...According to reports, Balaba was approached by residents who accused Iddi of robbing valuables from neighboring residents using a machete. Balaba stormed Iddi's premises, introduced himself, and tasked the suspect to open up his house.
Read more ...The medical camps, which have run for the past 16 months, attract between 80-100 patients per session.
Read more ...Mukoda, alias "Elly Ogwang," is reported to have been involved in lesbianism with Martha Naigaga and others still at large contrary to section 148 of the penal code act.
Read more ...According to eyewitness Johnbosco Katabalwa, the victims suffered severe injuries, including deep head wounds with visible brain fluid spills and broken limbs.
Read more ...