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Justice Amoko Stella’s Body To Be Brought To Parliament Today

Justice Amoko Stella’s Body To Be Brought To Parliament Today

During a special sitting in parliament today, the body of the former Court Judge, Justice Amoko Stella Arach will be honored. Lady Justice Amoko passed away on 17 June 2023 after a short illness. Yesterday, the late received praise from the legal fraternity for her distinctive character and quality of work output. These personal traits saw her rise through the ...

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Kassanda Policeman Shot By Armed Robbers

Kassanda Policeman Shot By Armed Robbers

Police in Kassanda District are investigating circumstances under which armed robbers shot and killed a policeman. The incident happened on Monday evening when the victim tried to stop the robbers who had just robbed a mobile money shop. The deceased policeman, identified as CPL Olaya Joseph (NO. 52590) was attached to Kiganda Police Station in the central Ugandan district. He ...

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Over 300 Bushenyi Teens Impregnated In Three Months

Over 300 Bushenyi Teens Impregnated In Three Months

At least 330 teenage pregnancies have been registered in health facilities in Bushenyi for the past three months. The pregnant girls are between the age of 15 and 17 and most are residents of Kyamuhanga Sub-county. Others are from areas of Kakanju, Ruhumuro, and Engaju. Dr Edward Mwesigye, the District Health Officer said these pregnancies were recorded in the first ...

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Student Left Unconscious In Jinja After Peers Sexually Harass Him

Student Left Unconscious In Jinja After Peers Sexually Harass Him

The Uganda Police has revealed that it is carrying out investigations at Jinja College following the sexual harassment of a student which left him unconscious. According to the Kiira Regional Police, a 15-year-old student was attacked by a group of other students. They tied his mouth with a cloth and then tied his body to a bed. After this, they ...

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Government Reports Rise In Covid-19 Cases

Government Reports Rise In Covid-19 Cases

The Ugandan government has reported a significant increase in Covid-19 cases in recent weeks, leading to concerns about the spread of the virus throughout the country. According to the Ministry of Health, there were 159 new cases of Covid-19 in April bringing the total number of cases to 641 in May. This information is contained in an epidemiology report which ...

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