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by Kenneth wamatoyi  Ministers resolved to allocate half an acre of hospital land to the Uganda Muslim Supreme Council in Jinja City for parking and access to the Muslim cemetery. This decision was made on October 28, 2024, during a meeting held in the City Hall chambers, attended by Ministers Jane Ruth Aceng (Health) and Judith Nabakoba (Lands and Urban Development), along with representatives from the Uganda Muslim Supreme Council and the hospital board. The land in question is located on plots 31-39 Nile Avenue in Jinja Southern Division. During the meeting, Minister Judith Nabakoba announced that half an acre would be given to the council to facilitate access to their cemetery and parking. She stated that formal consent from both parties would be signed, and that surveyors and physical planners would be deployed immediately to plan and survey the land. She advised that legal disputes should be set aside, with no compensations to be made to either party. Minister Nabakoba furthe...

Bitter residents of Bumbobi   subcounty   have lynched a 29 year old serial boda boda thief. He was killed after stealing one of the locals in Namashele village, Bumbobi sub county in Mbale district. The information was received from Dpc Mbale district one Sp Okongo Francis and OC operations one Asp Ebiot Vincent and party responded to the scene of mob action. The deceased was identified as one Masaba felex ,29 yrs old, gishu by tribe, boda boda rider, of buwangwa village, busano sub county in mbale district. According to SP Rogers Taitika, it's alleged that on 24/10/2024 at Namashele village, Bumbobi sub county in Mbale district the one Masaba felex was   murdered by mob when boda boda riders chased him when he had stolen a motorcycle   from Bubulo in Manafwa district caught up with him and turned into a mob killing him. He says that it's alleged that when the   boda boda riders were nearing him, deceased abandoned the ride   running to the bush wher...

By Kenneth wamatoyi The Busoga Development Consortium has received praise for its partnership with the Office of the President, a collaboration that was acknowledged during a ministerial dinner held at the Nile Resort Hotel on October 11, 2024. This event was organized by the Efforts of the Rtd major vice president Jesca Alupo in preparation for the upcoming prayer week, scheduled to take place from October 14 to 20 across the entire region. Various state dignitaries and members of parliament attended the dinner, including Solomon Khisa, MP for Luuka South Constituency, Hon. Princess Percis Namuganza, 3rd Deputy Prime Minister Rukia Nakadama, and Hon. Milly Babalanda. The Consortium's partnership with the Office of the President is not new; in May 2022, Vice President Jessica Alupo met with the Busoga Consortium leaders, applauding their shared development agenda and work plan aimed at improving the region's socio-economic status. The Busoga Development Agenda (BDA) frame...

  Manafwa Councilor Kabale Godfrey has strongly disputed the authenticity of council minutes shared by LCV Chairman Kikayi Hosea Kimono, calling it a clear case of forgery. The minutes in question allegedly show a 2018 council request for Butiru and Lwakhakha Municipality, but Councillor Godfrey argues that this is impossible since Namisindwa, where Lwakhakha is located, was already established on July 1, 2017. Chairman Kimono's move has sparked controversy, with councillors claiming the minutes are false and manipulated for unknown reasons. They emphasize that Chairman Musila couldn't have requested Lwakhakha's municipality status in 2018, as Namisindwa was already a separate entity by then. This development highlights tensions within Manafwa District's local government, with some officials questioning the motives behind sharing allegedly forged documents. Councilors in Manafwa District are upset, claiming Chairman Kigai Hosea Kimono forged letters regarding the munici...

  Manafwa District's LCV Chairperson, Kosea Kigai, is facing backlash from councilors who accuse him of forging a letter to the Ministry of Local Government. The letter allegedly prioritizes the creation of Butiru Municipality over Bubulo, despite the council's 2018 resolution to establish Bubulo Municipality and Butiru Constituency. Councilor John Wangolo from Buweswa Sub County claims that Kigai and a few district executives met and crafted the letter, bypassing the council's decision. This move has sparked controversy, especially since Bubulo Municipality was listed among the 26 proposed municipalities to be approved before the 2026 general election.  The issue highlights concerns about transparency and accountability in local governance. Residents have previously demonstrated against poor services, such as road conditions, in Manafwa District. The allegations against Kigai may further erode trust in the district's leadership. Controversy is brewing in Mana...

The Bubutu community has poured praise on Hon. Ceazer Zubeda for her selfless donations and unwavering support to school-going youths, particularly girls. Her recent contribution of sanitary pads and essential scholastic materials has brought joy and relief to numerous families. During her visit, Hon. Zubeda interacted with the community, distributing vital resources and offering words of encouragement. The women of Bubutu were especially grateful, expressing their heartfelt appreciation for her kindness. "We are deeply thankful to Hon. Ceazer Zubeda for her generosity," said one community member. Her support will greatly improve our girls' education and well-being. Zubeda's philanthropic efforts align with her commitment to empowering marginalized communities. Her dedication to education and women's empowerment has positively impacted countless lives. This is not the first time for the aspiring and eyeing woman member of parliament for Namisindwa district...

By kenneth wamatoyi Tragedy struck in Kibuku District when 24-year-old Mulabi Mubakali was lynched by an angry mob on suspicion of cattle theft . The incident occurred on October 1, 2024, at around 4:00 am in Bukalijoko village, Kasecha parish, Kabweri sub-county. According to SP Semewo Samuel, Bukedi North Region spokesperson, Mubakali was found driving a motorcycle with registration number UFJ 583J, a red Baja Boxer, accompanied by one goat and one cow. The police are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding Mubakali's death. Unfortunately, this isn't the first reported case of mob justice in Uganda. Similar incidents have occurred in other districts, highlighting concerns about vigilantism and the need for justice system reform. un identified mob lynched him and abandoned his body on the road side in a pool of blood. His body was abandoned with exhibits of a cow and a goat tied on both legs with the motorcycle set ablaze. This was all from a Murder by Mob report...

  By kenneth wamatoyi  Police are investigating the death of Tonny Bagalama, a 34-year-old who was shot and died at Jinja Regional Hospital, according to Kiira Regional Police Spokesperson, James Mubi. It's reported that Bagalama and his friend were driving a Toyota Noah with registration number UAY 721S. They had been enjoying themselves at a bar and later stopped at Prakash Petrol Station along Iganga Highway around 2:20 am to refuel. However, a disagreement arose with the security guard, employed by Wolves Security Company, over parking, resulting in the guard opening fire. Bagalama was shot and rushed to Jinja Regional Referral Hospital for treatment but unfortunately succumbed to his injuries. The police are currently reviewing CCTV footage to piece together the events surrounding the shooting. James Mubi, Kiira Regional Police Spokesperson, stated: "We are utilizing Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) records to trace the owner of the vehicle involved in the incident....

by kenneth wamatoyi  Dr. Kibuuka Afizzi, Deputy Hospital Director and Clinical Head of Jinja Regional Referral Hospital, urged the Busoga community to prioritize seeking medical help for cancer, citing its alarming prevalence among women and men. Women, in particular, fear seeking medical assistance and check-ups, neglecting diagnosis and scans, despite these services being free at the hospital," Dr. Kibuuka emphasized. he made these remarks during the official launch of the "fight women's cancer" campaign at rays of hope hospital on kiira road in jinja city today 01 October 2024 under the theme "Detect, Treat, and Defeat. According to Executive Director Sylvia Nakami Women in the community must remain vigilant, as cancer cases are diverse and predominantly affect women (60%). Breast and cervical cancer are the most common types She says Statistics indicate that 700 patients visit monthly, dispersed across the region ,500 patients diagnosed with cancer, ...

by Kenneth wamatoyi Drama unfolded on Tuesday morning in Mbale's Industrial City Division, specifically in Mukanga, as over 200 people were forcibly evicted. A grader was used to demolish homes to make way for the 10-kilometer Nauyo-Mukanga road construction. Chaos erupted when locals witnessed their homes being destroyed without prior notification. Residents expressed outrage, sharing their stories with the media. Sarah Mukamba, who lost two houses, emphasized that Mbale City should have informed them beforehand, allowing peaceful relocation instead of forceful demolition. Sam Wekunya, who lost three lockups, and Suzan Khanakwa, who lost her home, echoed similar sentiments. Wekunya stressed that compensation should have been provided before demolition, while Khanakwa worries about finding shelter for her family. This incident is not the first time Mbale City has faced controversy over evictions. In 2008, the government gazetted 619 acres of land in Musoto village for development, ...

By Kenneth wamatoyi Police in the Kiira region have arrested five wanted suspects, alleged machete killers, including their commander, Latif Abudallah Mulondo, 24, notoriously known as "Assassin." Mulondo was apprehended along with his wife, Rosette uwimana 21, who resides in Entebbe on Kawuku Mulanda Road. The other suspects are Joseph Lubirire, 23, and his girlfriend, Kent endy  Mpumwire, 28, who recently returned from Qatar after completing her contract. According to reports, Cate's financial support was funding the group's transportation in various areas, including Masese, Bugembe, Mafubira, Mpumude, Kampala, Mengo, Kisenyi, Mbale, Busia, and Tororo. The fourth suspect has been identified as Jacob Ogwal, driver of a Toyota Mark X with registration number UBM 318D. The suspects were apprehended in Mbale City at the Tororo Road traffic checkpoint, following a collaborative effort by Kiira Region Police, Elgon Mbale Region Police, Road cameras and Intelligence gather...