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By Kenneth wamatoyi Ndhoga Ibrahim, a talented media personality, is making waves in Eastern Uganda. He works with 89.8 Bridge FM Jinja, hosting two popular shows: "Gano Mazima" (10am-12pm) and "Kokota the Notice Board" (4-7pm). Born in Bugweri District, Ibulanku Sub-County, Ndhoga's educational journey began at: Ibulanku Primary School ,(Nursery) Community Nursery School, Kalerwe, Nkuutu School (O-Level and A-Level), Makerere University (Certificate in Computer Science), Busoga University (Bachelor's Degree in Mass Communication), Currently pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Public Administration at Kampala International University Jinja campus. Ndhoga's impressive educational background and media expertise have laid the foundation for a promising political career.  Currently serving as LC3 Ibulanku sub-county and Bugweri Town Council in Bugweri District, Ndhoga Ibrahim embarked on his media career as an intern at NBS Radio 89.4 in the newsroom d...

BY OUR REPORTER President Museveni has taken swift action following the devastating Kiteezi landfill tragedy, which occurred on August 10 and claimed several lives . He has fired three top officials from the Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA): Executive Director: Dorothy Kisaka Deputy Executive Director: Eng. David Luyimbaazi Director for Public Health: Dr. Daniel Okello The tragedy was triggered by a heavy downpour that caused the landfill to collapse, burying nearby houses and people working in the area. This incident has sparked widespread outrage and calls for accountability. By dismissing these officials, President Museveni aims to address the public's concerns and ensure measures are taken to prevent similar disasters in the future. Over 30 were killed and others injured, while many are still missing according to their families. State House said in a statement on Tuesday that the sacking was in response to an IGG investigation into the mess at Kiteezi which led to death of...

BY KENNETH WAMATOYI.  A 15-year-old girl from Buwagi ward in the former Budondo sub county, now Jinja Northern Division in Jinja City has been arrested for allegedly undergoing an illegal abortion of 7 months , sparking a police hunt for those involved in the procedure. The minor whose identity has been held for ethical reasons, was reportedly misled by her 18-year-old boyfriend identified only as Rogers, a sugar cane loader who dropped out of school while in Primary Five. According to Sp James Mubi, On 12th sept 2026, the girl visited Kyomya Health Centre for antenatal services where midwives congratulated her for the successful romps which would soon earn her the coveted title of Nalongo (mother of twins). Instead of joy, the expectant teenager was perplexed, prompting her to seek counsel from a fellow teenager friend identified only as Moreen who advised her to get an illegal abortion using local herbs. Moreen reportedly told the friend that she would forever lose ‘marke...

  A 24 year old resident of Nandala Cell, Nandala Ward, Nakaloke Municipality, Mbale City has been killed in Kumi Municipality  .According to Edson Obukulem the East Kyoga Police Acting Spokesperson, Sulaima Musa is suspected to have been murdered by her husband, Ramathan on the night of Monday 9 th   September, 2024 at unknown time during in Bazaar cell, Kumi Municipality. Herbeauty A Rewarding And Easy Hobby To Start: Growing Your Own Pineapples Limelight Media Melania's Confirmation Left Everyone Dumbfounded Limelight Media Michelle Reveals The Truth About Her Relationship With Barack × Obukulem confirmed in a press statement that Police in Kumi Central Police Station were notified and a case was immediately registered vide CRB 498/2024 of CPS Kumi.He said the scene was visited by a team of police officers led by Sp Edatu Cosmas, DPC Kumi.“It’s alleged that the suspect and the deceased have been cohabiting at Nandala cell in Mbale city and they have one child,” sa...

by our reporter On September 9, 2024, the State House Anti-Corruption Unit and Criminal Investigations Department presented six defendants before the Chief Magistrate's Court in Bugiri.  The accused, comprising local government officials and PDM SACCO leaders, face charges of Obtaining Money by False Pretense and Conspiracy to Defraud. The defendants are  Mugunda Azedy, Assistant Town Clerk and Community Development Officer, Busowa Town Council, Maka Christopher, Parish Chief, Buwanga Sub County, Busowa Parish ,  Kawudhu Mathias, Chairperson, Nawandhuki Busowa SACCa ,  Balidawa Stephen, Chairperson, Nakidudula Busowa SACCO,  Makiika Stephen, Chairperson, Nakawa Busowa SACCO, Waiswa Hassan, Businessman The court remanded the accused until September 23, 2024. According to the prosecution, the defendants, along with others still at large, conspired to defraud millions of shillings from PDM SACCO beneficiaries in Bugiri District between January and June 2024.  ...

 by kenneth wamatoyi  “The issue of periodic registration of new churches as NGOs, we are going to resolve it. A church is a church, not an NGO,” he said. President Museveni made the remarks yesterday during the Universal Church Mega Youth Crusade organised by Prophet David Isanga, the spiritual head of Universal Apostles Fellowship Church of Righteousness in Kaliro. The Crusade ran under the theme: “Remember Your Creator In the Days of Your Youth Before the Days of Evil Come Ecclesiastes 12:1”. The President’s pledge followed Prophet Isanga’s request to have the registration scrapped. “For long this Church has been registering as Non-Governmental Organization yet this is the only indigenous Church founded by typical Ugandans; its unique in its calling and I think even the rest of the world are looking forward to see it through that the Church of Righteousness propagates to their countries,” Prophet Isanga said. “We therefore request you, Your Excellency, that these ...

by kenneth wamatoyi .  In the company of Kumi Municipality's technical and political leaders, we initiated a monitoring program to evaluate the progress of works on 12 roads, which received a portion of the 1 billion shillings allocated by the central government. This marks the beginning of our comprehensive monitoring program, which will eventually encompass 30 roads rehabilitated using the 1 billion shillings. During the inspection, Kumi RDC Ahamadah Washaki identified certain areas where the works fell short of expected standards, and he  directed the engineers to promptly address these deficiencies. The funds invested in these roadworks were made possible by a commitment from H.E. Gen Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, President of the Republic of Uganda and NRM National Chairman, to upgrade road infrastructure in accordance with the NRM Manifesto 2021-2026 implementation.

By Kenneth wamatoyi. Bulambuli police have arrested a 17-year-old girl, Khakhai Jennifer, for stealing a 3-month-old baby from Sipi Village, Bwikhonge Subcounty bulambuli district .   The incident occurred on 3rd sept 2026 at around 11:30 am when the mother, Nambuya Flavia, was attending prayers at a born-again church. According to Sp Rogers Taitika Elgon Region Police Spokesperson says the suspect stole the baby known as  Nambuya Faith, while the mother had left her in the care of a 10-year-old girl.  The baby was later recovered at Jesus Celebration Church in Muyembe Subcounty and handed over to the police, who returned her to her mother. Khakhai Jennifer, a resident of Busoba Village, Bwikhonge Subcounty, was traced and arrested in Mbale City and is currently being detained at Bulambuli Police Station for interrogation. Inquiries are ongoing, and updates will be provided. The mother, Nambuya Flavia, a 36-year-old Gisu by tribe, reported the incident to the police ...

  By Kenneth wamatoyi The territorial police in Tororo are investigating a case murder that occurred on 02/09/2024 at around 1830/c in nyangole 'a' cell, Nyangole ward, eastern division, Tororo municipality, Tororo district. This incidence was reported by mabonga George aged 58 yrs old, a mugishu by tribe chairperson lc 1 Nyangole 'a' cell Nyangole ward, eastern division, Tororo municipality, Tororo district. The deceased was identified as Hawa Mariam Nubian by tribe business was murdered by unknown assailants in Tororo municipality. It's alleged that on the 02/09/2024 at around 18:30pm at Nyangole a' village one Hawa Mariam (deceased) was found lying down unconscious in her house with a wire cable of a flat iron tied around her neck and had an injury on her right eye. That she was rushed to doctor specialized plaza Tororo for treatment and on arrival she was pronounced dead and the body taken back to her home in Nyangole a' cell. According to Ip mugwe Johns...

  By Kenneth wamatoyi. In an effort to promote skills and social economic life transformation, the Women Integrated Empowerment Development Group in Buwenda and Roho Uganda  Jinja City, has received various equipment’s. The donation, worth $650000, was handed over on September 3rd to support the group's business and improve their lives social economically  in the community. Dr byangu Abubakar from the Turkish embassy and coordination agency says these machines donated cost over 650,000 usd dollars donated to buwenda women initiative and Roho Uganda. He says the machines include button making that produces 1000 buttons in 1hr, pauper making, pads making, stamping bar machine and soap making Talitwala Judith the proprietor Aged 73 years women initiative empowerment development group says started up from Uganda pulp and paper industry that she attended the training for 6 days, she wrote a proposal to the politicians, companies but they did go through. She says she had friend...

by kens omubwati  A massive crowd thronged the Las Vegas Club in Mbale City on August 30th for the highly anticipated Business Yoo concert. The event featured a talented lineup of artists, including Dora Dadon, Masta Beats (AMB Productions), Umar Eazy, Emmy Kay, and Senga We Bamasaba (Auntie), who delivered electrifying performances that left the audience in awe. The concert, held on a friday 30th august 2024 evening, drew thousands of music enthusiasts from across the city and beyond. Fans were treated to an unforgettable night of music, dance, and entertainment as various artists took to the stage. Mr. Bwasha, the organizer, expressed his gratitude to the audience for their support and large turnout, which exceeded his expectations. He thanked the management of 101.4 Elgon FM, Jere Nation productions ,AMB productions , Post Bank uganda , proudcers  and the presenters from the Eastern Region for promoting his music. As an icon in Eastern Uganda's music industry, Mr. Bwasha ha...

by Kenneth wamatoyi  On Sunday, September 1st, 2024, members of the Lwakhakha Team 'No Sleep' uploaded a post expressing their gratitude to Hon. Ceazer Zubeda for her support. This came after she paid a visit to their savings group in Kasale. During her speech, Hon. Ceazer Zubeda encouraged the women to unite and work together to eradicate poverty and respond to government programs like the Parish Development Model (PDM).  She requested support from the community to win the race for District Women Representative, promising to lobby for the community's interests when entrusted with the position. She emphasized her caring and kind nature, which drives her commitment to the community. Hon. Ceazer Zubeda also encouraged the women to have a positive mindset towards developing together in the district. She suggested sharing their ideas with other communities to reduce violence and promote harmony. She thanked the members for inviting her to the ceremony, expressing her appreciati...

 BY KENNETH WAMATOYI Three young women have been arrested for staging a nude protest against corruption outside the Ugandan Parliament. They are Praise Aloikin a Student of Law at Makerere University, Norah Tshetshe and Kemitoma Siperia Mollie, a former Guild leader . The trio, who had stripped naked, marched towards the parliamentary building carrying placards and chanting slogans condemning the rampant corruption among Members of Parliament. The protesters had also painted messages on their bodies in Uganda’s national colors, with phrases such as “Kiteezi was preventable,” “Anita Resign,” and a provocative statement, “Corruption fucked me so hard I am here to muon.” The parliamentary police quickly intervened, arresting the women and confiscating their placards. One was heard shouting, “Stop corruption, save the children, save the future,” while three female police officers dragged her away. Luke Owoyesigyire, the Deputy Kampala Metropolitan Police Spokesperson, confirmed that th...

by Kenneth wamatoyi Officials from the Parish Development Model secretariat and Emyooga program started assessment of the PDM and Emyooga progress whose implementation seems to be delayed at the local administrative units (Districts), Municipalities and cities. Ms Ritah Namuwenge, Emyooga’s National Coordinator, said that, in Bulambuli, Manafwa, Namisindwa, Mbale City, Sironko, Mbale, and Bududa Districts that make up Bugisu Sub-region, the PDM program is slow. He called its upon leaders in different capacities to continue making the public understand the basics of PDM and Emyooga. Namuwenge made the remarks last Friday, while chairing the meeting at Bulambuli District Headquarters to evaluate the progress of the program and the disbursement of funds to the intended beneficiaries.  The meeting followed a recent stakeholders' meeting held at Mbale City Council, where the program's status was discussed. The team's primary goal was to assess the effectiveness of the program...