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One person has been confirmed dead in a motor accident that occurred along Rushere-Ibanda road on Friday November 15 in the afternoon.
The accident occurred at Gabarungi in Kazo town Council when a motorcycle registration number UGG794S crushed into a car, Prado Registration Number UBA647F killing Fred Turyahikayo,37, the rider of the motorcycle on spot.
Turyahikayo was a resident of Kayanga cell, Nyamambo Parish in Kazo subcounty,Kazo district
According to Julius Mukore Bukenya, a resident who first came to the scene revealed that the prado was driving towards Kazo while the motorcycle was heading towards Nyamambo from Kazo when the motorcycle crushed into the car.
Turyahikayo’s body was delivered to Kazo Health Centre IV for a postmortem .
The Mbarara District Chairperson, Didas Tabaro Tumwesigye, announced a mini reshuffle in his executive during a district council meeting on Wednesday October 13.
In the shakeup, Simon Ankunda was transferred from the position of Secretary for Finance, Planning, and Administration taking up that of Secretary for Works and Technical Services while Abraham Manigye was appointed to take over the finance position and as well retained that of Secretary for Social Services.
Tabaro stated that these changes aim to provide members with diverse experiences and improve service delivery. He highlighted challenges from constituents noting that the works committee has hindered progress in the area since it has been inactive.
Ankunda, who represents Nyabisirira Sub County pledged to improve road conditions despite funding and equipment limitations. Manigye, the LCV councillor for Rubindi Sub County plans to explore new revenue sources and promote the registration of traders with the Integrated Financial Management Information Systems to reduce corruption and misuse of funds.
For the financial year 2024/25, Mbarara District has achieved 76% of its local revenue target of 5 billion shillings and received 100 million shillings for road maintenance in the second quarter from the central government.
Authorities in Bushenyi District are investigating circumstances under which a middle-aged man drowned in a fish pond.The incident occurred on November 13, 2024, in Kitwe Cell, Rwentuha Town Council.
The body of an unidentified man was discovered floating in a pond owned by Mzee Nekemia Matembe, husband to Miria K. Matembe on Wednesday at around 6:40 a.m. The deceased was described as small-bodied, tall, medium-sized man believed to be in his early thirties. He was dressed in a blue shirt, blue trousers, and black shoes.
Martial Tumusiime, the police mouthpiece for Greater Bushenyi region stated that the identity of the man is still unknown and the deceased’s body was sent to Kitagata General Hospital for a postmortem as investigations into circumstances surrounding his death continue continue.
Residents of Keihangara III, Keihangara Parish, Keihangara Subcounty Ibanda district were shocked this morning upon discovering a decapitated body of a local resident identified as Vincent Ssassi, 40.
According to Pritazio Katiti, a resident of the area and the owner of the land where the body was found reported that his dogs were barking at around 4 a.m. alerting him to something unusual.
Francis Kariyo, the area LC I chairperson condemned the incident and stated that they have contacted authorities from Ibanda Police Station to come and retrieve the body.
Cpl Atwiine Hellem, the Officer in Charge of the Keihangara Police Post confirmed that he had also made a call to Ibanda Central Police Station to request assistance in picking up the body.
However, several residents at the scene speculated that the victim was not murdered at the location where the body was found but that it had been moved there. The investigation into this shocking incident is ongoing as authorities work to determine the circumstances surrounding Ssasi’s death.
The Bishop of West Ankole Diocese, Johnson Twinomujuni, has called on couples to remain united and work diligently towards the development of their families.
He delivered this message yesterday while presiding over a confirmation ceremony at St. Paul Church of Uganda in Kitagata Archdeaconry where more than 530 Christians were confirmed into the Anglican faith.
The prelate highlighted that unity among family heads is essential for fostering wealth and progress, urging families to embrace this principle.
He also cautioned the clergy against engaging in adultery and other behaviors that could lead to the transmission of HIV/AIDS.
During the ceremony, attendees raised over Ugx Shs47million to support the ongoing construction of a new church projected to cost Ugx Shs1.5 billion.
Authorities in Bushenyi district have initiated an investigation into a fire that devastated a boys’ dormitory at Nyakabanga Senior Secondary School resulting in a damage estimated to be in millions of shillings.
The blaze broke out around 5:30 AM on November 10 while approximately 100 students were attending early morning study sessions.
Martial Tumusiime, the Greater Bushenyi police spokesperson confirmed the incident which occurred in Nyakabanga Cell A, Bujengye Parish, Kyabugimbi Sub-County, Bushenyi District.
According to Bonny Barinyenka, the school’s head teacher, the fire erupted in Block E of the dormitory consuming numerous personal belongings including books, suitcases and other valuables. The flames were reported to have been ignited from two separate points; one in the back corner and another at the entrance of the dormitory.
Some students, who preferred to remain anonymous reported seeing an unidentified individual dressed in a dark jacket and cape carrying a small jerrycan leaving the dormitory shortly before the fire started. Initially, they suspected he was a teacher checking on students who might have skipped prep but within moments, the dormitory was engulfed in flames.
This incident marks the second such occurrence at Nyakabanga Senior Secondary School within a week. On November 4, 2024, another fire severely damaged a different boys’ dormitory resulting in considerable property losses.
His Grace Lambert Bainomugisha, the Archbishop of Mbarara Archdiocese has praised the people of Bushenyi district for their unwavering commitment to development and cooperation which have fostered unity amongst residents irrespective of their religious denominations.
The prelate made these remarks during the holy eucharistic celebration on Saturday October 9 at St. Kaggwa Catholic Parish where he officially launched the Archdiocese of Mbarara Development Fund. This initiative aims to promote the development of associated projects, financial support and unity among all Christians within the Archdiocese.
He highlighted that the ecumenical spirit exhibited by the people of Bushenyi reflects their commitment to cooperation, development and unity which are essential elements for building a successful future.
Eng. Dr. Silver Mugisha, the Managing Director of the National Water and Sewerage Corporation and Deputy Head of Laity for the Archdiocese of Mbarara expressed his satisfaction that the Archbishop chose to launch this important project within their denary which comprises five parishes of St. Kaggwa, Kitabi, Kyamuhunga, Bitooma, and Buhimba. He affirmed that the Archdiocese stands to benefit significantly from this initiative.
During the launch of the initiative, over Ugx Shs180 million was raised to kick-start various projects and establish an endowment fund within the Archdiocese.
Mbarara City Council is under fire from residents due to escalating concerns surrounding poor waste management practices. Locals accuse the city authorities of neglecting their responsibilities to collect and properly dispose of garbage, leading to significant health and environmental risks.
Areas such as Markhsing Street, High Street, and Kisenyi have become hotspots for unregulated dumping, leaving residents frustrated and alarmed. “
The garbage is left to decompose on the streets, which leads to air pollution and poses serious health threats,” lamented Peter Mpaka, a concerned resident.
He expressed disbelief that despite daily supervisory tours by city officials, sanitation issues remain unaddressed.
In response to these allegations, Mbarara City Mayor Robert Mugabe Kakyebezi defended the city’s waste management efforts. He stated that the city has contracted multiple service providers who are responsible for daily garbage collection and the transportation of waste to the designated dumping site in Kenkombe.
The mayor urged residents to report any specific issues they encounter, suggesting that the problems may not be as widespread as reported.
The contrasting views highlight a growing tension between residents demanding action and city authorities asserting their commitment to effective waste management. As Mbarara City navigates this pressing issue, the health and well-being of its residents remain at stake.
Today, 37 inmate candidates from three different prisons in the Ankole region, including Kakika, Bushenyi, and Mbarara Main Prisons, participated in the Primary Leaving Examination (PLE) held at the Mbarara main prisons.
According to Winnie Musanyana, the principal officer and headteacher of the Mbarara Prisons Inmate Primary School, the distribution of candidates is as follows: 7 from Kakika Prisons, 4 from Bushenyi Prisons, and a significant 26 from Mbarara Main Prisons.
Out of the total 37 candidates, 30 are convicts while 7 are on remand. Musanyana noted that the school currently lacks female teachers, which is why only male candidates were registered this year.
This marks the second time that inmates at the prison have taken their exams. They are part of a larger national group of approximately 790,000 pupils who began their PLE examinations across Uganda.
The government has taken action to address the alleged encroachment on the Ankole Kingdom burial grounds located in Nkokonjeru Cell, Mbarara City, where approximately three hectares have been lost to land grabbers.
Officials from the Ministry of Tourism, Museums, and Monuments have announced plans to re-gazette the burial grounds to prevent further encroachment. Jacklin Nyirakiza, the Acting Commissioner of Museums and Monuments, informed our reporter on Monday that the ministry recently discovered significant encroachment on the land, with individuals erecting houses in the area.
She emphasized that the ministry is committed to reaching an amicable agreement with the local community to halt additional encroachment.
Willis Asingwire, the Chairman of Nkokonjeru Cell LC I, disclosed that part of the land was sold to local residents by the late Prince Barigye. Additionally, David Nuwabiine, a member of the royal family, has urged the government to provide compensation for those who purchased the land and have lived there for approximately ten years.
He expressed concern over the demolition of some royal tombs that have occurred due to encroachment.
