A second-year Makerere University student has been found dead near the university’s Main Library, leaving fellow students and residents of Nkrumah Hall mourning his sudden death. The deceased has been identified as Kabuye Kevin Charles, a Bachelor of Architecture student and resident of Nkrumah Hall, where he lived in Room C34. According to a statement…
Police have taken a woman into custody as investigations continue into the death of veteran Afrigo Band musician Moses Matovu in Kibuli, Kampala. Kampala Metropolitan Police spokesperson SP Rachael Kawala said preliminary investigations indicate that Matovu went to the woman’s residence at about 5:30 a.m. on September 24. According to police, Matovu and the woman…
Veteran musician and Afrigo Band leader Moses Matovu has died after being attacked by unidentified assailants in Kibuli, Kampala. Matovu, popularly known as Papa Moi, was attacked on the morning of September 24, 2026, at Kibuli Market Zone B in Makindye Division, according to police. Also Read: Charles James Ssenkubuge Loses Beloved Wife Agnes Kampala…
As the cost of living continues to rise, many people in Kampala are searching for reliable ways to earn extra income alongside their main jobs. With the growth of digital platforms, changing consumer habits, and increasing demand for everyday services, new money-making opportunities are emerging. Whether you are a student, employee, entrepreneur, or someone looking…
KAMPALA — The Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) has denied holding opposition politician Muhammad Muwanga Kivumbi. The army told the High Court that searches of military detention facilities found no trace of him. The denial comes as concern over Kivumbi’s whereabouts continues to grow. His family and lawyers say they have been unable to establish…
KAMPALA — The Green Daddy Foundation has launched Tree Plus, a grassroots environmental campaign encouraging children and community members to plant or adopt trees. The initiative aims to restore Kampala’s green spaces and promote sustainable living. The campaign targets nursery and primary school children. It introduces them to environmental conservation through hands-on activities that encourage…
KAMPALA, Uganda — The Kiseka Market Shooting incident caused panic among traders after a police operation involving gunfire forced shops to close temporarily. Several traders along Aga Khan Road said they closed their businesses for more than two hours on Monday. The closure followed an attempted arrest by plain-clothed security operatives at Original Kiseka Spare…
KAMPALA, Uganda — June 28, 2026: A Uganda media raid disrupted operations at Daily Monitor, NTV Uganda and other media houses on Sunday after armed soldiers were deployed at key Nation Media Group facilities. The headquarters of Daily Monitor in Namuwongo remained under military guard throughout Sunday morning. Soldiers controlled access to the premises as…
KAMPALA — Uganda has confirmed six additional Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) cases, bringing the total number of infections to 15, the Ministry of Health has said. Health officials said the new cases were identified through contact tracing linked to an infected Congolese national who recently entered Uganda from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The…
KAMPALA, UGANDA—The High Court has postponed the hearing of opposition politician Kizza Besigye and his co-accused to March 12, 2026, in a move aimed at ensuring procedural fairness ahead of trial. During the latest session, presiding judge Emmanuel Baguma directed state prosecutors to complete and serve full disclosure of all evidence they intend to rely…
