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Police in Kabale district are investigating the mysterious death of a male adult identified as Rubanja Juma, a mechanic and resident of Upper Bugongi Ward in Northern Division, Kabale Municipality. The body of the 30-year-old was found along a pathway lined with eucalyptus forest in Rugarama Pida Cell under unclear circumstances.
According to reports, on October 9, 2025, at approximately 7:38 AM, a resident on his way to Rugarama from Pida Cell came across a body lying along the route in the eucalyptus forest. The victim had multiple deep cuts on the head. The witness was able to identify the body as that of Rubanja Juma and promptly informed his family members. His brother, Barugahale Salim confirmed the identification and reported the incident to Kabale Police for further investigation.
A team of police officers including canine unit specialists responded to the scene. The scene was cordoned off for examination and the K9 sniffer dog was led to the arrest of five individuals from a nearby pork joint to assist in the investigation.
During the operation, police recovered several exhibits, including a T-shirt stained with suspected blood, a pair of shoes and a sandal from the suspects.
ASP Elly Maate, the Kigezi Regional Police Spokesperson urged anyone with relevant information to come forward to help police identify and apprehend those responsible for the murder. He assured the public that police are committed to ensuring justice is served in this case.
Police in Kanungu district have detained Turinawe Philimon, 37, in connection with the murder of his wife, Turinawe Jacenta, 40, a resident of Rumba Cell, Western Ward, Kanungu Town Council. The incident reportedly occurred on the night of October 9, 2025.
According to police reports, Turinawe who had previously separated from her first husband with whom she had five children was living in her parental home in Rumba Cell with her children. She had reportedly begun cohabiting with Philimon her current partner. On the night of the incident, a misunderstanding between the two escalated. While Jacenta was asleep, Philimon allegedly picked an axe from their kitchen and fatally struck her multiple times on the head causing her death instantly.
The suspect surrendered himself to police in the morning of Thursday October 9, 2025. Police officers visited the crime scene, processed evidence and took statements from key witnesses. The murder weapon, an axe with suspected blood stains was recovered from under the bed in the children’s room.
Jacenta’s body was transported to Katate Health Center IV mortuary in Kanungu for postmortem examination. Sources close to the family indicated that the couple had a history of domestic violence.
Police investigations are ongoing to establish the motive behind the killing. The suspect remains in custody as authorities continue their inquiries.
ASP Maate Elly, Public Relations Officer for Kigezi police region, confirmed the incident and assured the public that authorities are handling the case thoroughly.
Ibanda District Health Department is currently grappling with a shortage of condoms across all its health facilities raising concerns about the potential impact on efforts to prevent sexually transmitted infections.
In an interview with our reporter, Vincent Mugisha, the Ibanda District Condom Focal Person explained that since USAID withdrew its support for condom distribution in Uganda, the Ministry of Health has struggled to supply free condoms to health facilities nationwide. He revealed that at present there are no free government condoms available in the district.
Mugisha urged bars, clubs, lodges, guest houses and other social venues to purchase condoms from private clinics to serve their clients. He emphasized that this measure is crucial in the fight to reduce the spread of sexually transmitted diseases, including HIV/AIDS.
Health authorities have indicated that addressing the condom shortage is a priority but for now they are calling on private sector partners and community spaces to play a proactive role in promoting safe sex practices.
A 53-year-old resident of Kibweera Village in Buremba Town Council, Kazo District was found dead in a water-logged area near Ekigoongi Bridge. The deceased has been identified as Kabagambe Charles also known as Kyakabale.
It is alleged that Kabagambe drowned in the moving water following heavy rains on Friday. His body was discovered on Wednesday evening in the flooded area.
Ekigoongi Bridge which connects the sub-counties of Kyampangara, Engari and Buremba Town Council, specifically linking Obuziinga, Keicumu and Kibweera has become a focal point in the ongoing investigation.
The Kazo Police are currently conducting investigations to determine the exact cause of death. Authorities are yet to establish whether the drowning was accidental or otherwise as they work to piece together the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Madagascar’s President Andry Rajoelina has pledged to address the country’s pressing challenges within a year promising resignation if issues persist. The declaration came during a town-hall style meeting at his palace attended by various government supporters where the president emphasized the importance of honest dialogue over flattery.
“I don’t want flattery. I want to hear the truth. It’s the people who kept telling me that everything was fine who are responsible for our current situation,” Rajoelina stated.
Meanwhile, the youth-led protest movement, Gen Z Mada continues to demand the president’s resignation. The group refused an invitation to participate in the talks citing ongoing repression and human rights abuses against their members. They have called for new protests scheduled for Thursday and issued a nationwide strike following a 48-hour ultimatum for Rajoelina to step down.
In a recent move, Rajoelina dismissed his entire government and appointed an army general as prime minister, a decision rejected by the protesters, who vowed to persist in their struggle. The unrest was initially sparked on September 25 by frustrations over power and water shortages but has since expanded to encompass broader grievances such as corruption, high unemployment, and the rising cost of living.
Despite the protests, daily life in Antananarivo largely continues normally though some neighborhoods with heavy police presence have seen roadblocks and patrols. Clashes between security forces and protesters have resulted in at least 22 deaths according to the United Nations, though authorities contest these figures.
Rajoelina has been holding these dialogues as part of his commitment to “listen more,” asserting that ongoing infrastructure projects, including an addition of 265 megawatts to the national power grid, will resolve the outages. He notably declared that if power cuts in the capital persist beyond a year, he would resign.
The political crisis reflects deep-seated frustrations among Madagascar’s youth and citizens, highlighting the ongoing struggle for accountability and basic human rights amid a challenging economic and social climate.
Country music icon Dolly Parton, 79, has recently faced health challenges that led to the cancellation and postponement of some upcoming performances. The singer was forced to withdraw from a Dollywood event after being diagnosed with a kidney stone that she described as causing “a lot of problems.” She also postponed a planned Las Vegas residency citing ongoing health issues requiring “a few procedures.”
Parton’s sister, Freida shared that Dolly “hasn’t been feeling her best” and asked fans for their prayers emphasizing her belief in the power of prayer. “She’s been a little under the weather and I simply asked for prayers because I believe so strongly in the power of prayer,” Freida explained. She expressed gratitude for the support, saying, “Thank you all for lifting her up. Your love truly makes a difference.”
A spokesperson for Dolly Parton told journalists that the singer planned to post a message on social media on Wednesday to address fans’ concerns. Freida also revealed that she had been “up all night praying” for her sister who she described as “strong” and “loved,” expressing confidence that with the prayers, Dolly would be fine. “Godspeed, my sissy Dolly. We all love you!”
Parton was scheduled to perform six shows at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace in December but she postponed these gigs until September next year to focus on her health. She explained that she needs “a few procedures” to manage ongoing health challenges.
Kidney stones are a common condition affecting over 1 in 10 people according to the NHS. Larger stones can cause significant pain and may lead to infections if untreated.
Earlier this year, Dolly Parton mourned the loss of her husband, Carl Dean after nearly 60 years of marriage. She dedicated a new song, “If You Hadn’t Been There,” to his memory.
The singer is renowned for a string of country crossover hits including “Coat of Many Colors,” “I Will Always Love You,” “9 to 5,” and “Jolene.” Her planned Las Vegas residency would have marked her first appearance on the Strip since the 1990s when she performed alongside Kenny Rogers in their duet “Islands in the Stream.”
Burkina Faso’s military government has announced the arrest of eight members of a Dutch-based humanitarian organization accusing them of “spying and treason.” The detainees include three Europeans, a Malian and four Burkinabé staff, among them the NGO’s country director and deputy. The organization stated they had been detained for some time but the arrests were not previously reported.
Security Minister Mahamadou Sana claimed the NGO had “collected and passed on sensitive security information that could harm national security and Burkina Faso’s interests” to foreign powers. The International NGO Safety Organisation (INSO) which provides safety information to aid workers, denied the allegations categorically.
Anthony Neal, a representative of INSO told the press that their Burkina Faso country director had been detained since July when the NGO was suspended and that the other seven arrests followed later. He emphasized that they are working for the safe and immediate release of all staff.
The NGO was suspended in late July for three months for “collecting sensitive data without authorization,” and has operated in Burkina Faso since 2019. Despite the ban, the security minister revealed that members continued to secretly gather information and hold meetings, a charge Neal denied stating their activities had ceased with the suspension.
INSO emphasized that the information collected was not confidential and was intended to ensure the safety of humanitarian workers. The organization also said the Burkinabé authorities were aware of their work and had cooperated with them.
Neal added he had attempted to engage with the government to resolve any misunderstandings. He highlighted the importance of safety information especially given the record number of aid workers killed worldwide this year.
Burkina Faso, led by military leader Capt Ibrahim Traoré who seized power in a 2020 coup, has experienced strained relations with Western nations. In response to a worsening Islamist insurgency, the government halted cooperation with France and sought military assistance from Russia. Human rights groups have accused the army of abuses against civilians and cracking down on political dissent amid ongoing conflict.
Madagascar’s youth protesters rejected an invitation to join President Andry Rajoelina’s planned “national dialogue,” accusing his government of repression amid ongoing demonstrations. Inspired by “Gen Z” movements in Kenya and Nepal, the protests that began on September 25 have become the biggest challenge to Rajoelina’s administration since his re-election in 2023. Demonstrators voice discontent over poverty and corruption, demands that have expanded to calls for the president to step down, apologize and dissolve the senate and election commission.
Last week, Rajoelina dismissed his cabinet, appointed a new prime minister and announced talks with spiritual leaders, students and youth representatives scheduled for Wednesday. However, protesters, via their Facebook page dismissed the talks as a “mockery” and refused to engage with a regime they accuse of repression, assault and humiliation of youth.
University students are expected to stage further protests following a 48-hour ultimatum for Rajoelina to meet their demands or face a national strike. The unrest has left at least 22 people dead and 100 injured though the government has disputed these figures.
In response, Rajoelina appointed new ministers for defense and public security, urging authorities to prevent further unrest. Madagascar’s protests occur during a fragile period for its export-dependent economy which relies heavily on vanilla, nickel, cobalt, textiles and shrimp exports. The country’s per capita GDP has declined by 45% since 1960 according to the World Bank.
Police in Rukungiri district have arrested 72 people in an intelligence-led operation targeting criminals terrorizing the township. The suspects who were picked from hotspots were found with house breaking implements, smoking opium or wandering on streets at night.
Following screening on October 8 at 0940hrs, 26 suspects were charged with offenses including public nuisance, possession and smoking of opium and possession of house breaking tools with court proceedings underway.
Similarly, Kisoro police carried out an operation since last week, arresting 20 suspects with 8 appearing in court. Others are still pending court action on similar charges.
In Kabale, efforts continue to apprehend remaining key suspects. Four individuals were arrested over the weekend from Mpigi, Mbarara, and Kabale are set to face prosecution.
ASP Maate, the Kigezi Region Police Spokesperson emphasized that these operations will persist across the region until criminal activities are significantly reduced.
The ongoing industrial action by government arts and primary school teachers in Uganda has raised alarm among students particularly those in candidate classes as schools struggle to maintain academic progress. In Kazo town council, schools such as Kyabahura Primary School and Kazo Model Primary School have resumed operations by engaging learners especially candidates in alternative arrangements amid the strike.
At Kazo Model Primary School, Murarira Sam Kanduho expressed concern that the strike has impacted the school’s ability to cover the syllabus leaving students worried about their exam performance.
Similarly, Kamukama Evalist, Deputy Head Teacher at Kyabahura Model Primary School, noted that private teachers have stepped in to fill the gap left by striking government teachers though the effectiveness of this measure remains uncertain.
The strike which involves over 100,000 teachers across the country was launched on June 6 by the Uganda Professional Humanities Teachers Union (UPHTU) and Uganda National Teachers’ Union (UNATU). The teachers are protesting pay disparities between arts and science teachers as well as low pay for primary school teachers arguing that the current pay is discriminatory and demotivating.
In response to the strike, the government has issued stern warnings with Minister of State for Public Service, Hon. Mary Grace Mugasa, cautioning teachers to return to their classrooms or face replacement by unemployed student teachers. She cited budget constraints for the salary adjustments attributing the lack of funds to the large expenditure on general elections.
The strike has underscored the challenges faced by Uganda’s education sector, highlighting the urgent need for a resolution to ensure that students’ learning is not severely disrupted.
