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The District National Resistance Movement (NRM) office in Kazo district convened a pivotal meeting yesterday at Compassion Hall in Kazo Town Council bringing together various party flagbearers at various levels including Subcounty, district, MPs, veterans and DEC members. The gathering aimed to strategize and coordinate efforts for the upcoming 2026 general elections.
The event was graced by the Deputy Speaker,Rt. Hon. Thomas Bangirana Tayebwa who attendinded the meeting via zoom and was the keynote speaker. In his address, Tayebwa expressed concern over the rising number of independent candidates within the district criticizing their support from some flag bearers. He emphasized that this trend poses a challenge to the party’s unity and the government’s efforts. He urged all flag bearers to foster unity and work collaboratively to eliminate the proliferation of independent candidates which he described as a heavy burden for officials to manage.
Nkaija Wilson, the NRM Chairman for Kazo district and chair of the meeting underscored the importance of teamwork. He called on members to work harmoniously and to intensify voter sensitization campaigns focusing on encouraging voters to support party flag bearers. Nkaija highlighted that such efforts could help curb the increasing number of independent candidates.
The meeting was attended by various flagbearers including Hon. Molly Nawe Kamukama, NRM flag bearer for the district woman MP seat, Hon. Dan Kimosho, the MP for Kazo constituency and party flag bearer who urged members to maintain honesty and transparency in their campaigns for the party’s success.
Additionally, Nsiima Astone, the NRM Chairman for Kazo Town Council called on all members to diligently implement their assigned roles and collaborate closely to combat the rise of independent candidates. He emphasized the importance of unity and coordinated efforts in safeguarding the party’s interests ahead of the elections.
The meeting concluded with a shared commitment among all stakeholders to work together towards a united front in the 2026 general elections.
In a dramatic development, the High Military Court in Kinshasa has scheduled its verdict for Friday in the landmark war crimes trial of former Democratic Republic of Congo President Joseph Kabila. The trial, which has captured national and international attention was delayed this past Friday to allow prosecutors additional time to present newly submitted evidence potentially linking Kabila to the financing of the Rwanda-backed M23 rebel group.
Judges announced a one-week postponement after state lawyers requested extra time to evaluate the fresh evidence which reportedly includes witness testimonies and financial documents aimed at tracing the flow of funds from Kabila to M23. The court has deemed this evidence admissible setting the stage for a decisive ruling next week.
Kabila who served as DRC’s president for 18 years until 2019 faces a series of serious charges including treason, complicity with M23, crimes against humanity, murder, rape and corruption. The military auditor general has called for the death penalty should he be found guilty.
A contentious aspect of the prosecution’s case involves allegations regarding Kabila’s nationality with lawyers requesting that treason charges be reclassified as espionage, asserting that Kabila is Rwandan; a claim fiercely disputed by his supporters.
Kabila, currently living in exile and tried in absentia, has strongly denied all allegations. In a public statement shared via YouTube, he dismissed the trial as a “politically motivated” tool of oppression orchestrated by President Félix Tshisekedi’s government. “This trial has nothing to do with justice,” Kabila declared, accusing the current administration of using legal proceedings to eliminate a major political rival. His supporters also dismiss the case as a political witch hunt.
The trial highlights the deep political divisions plaguing the DRC. Tshisekedi’s government has revoked Kabila’s immunity, banned his political party, and seized his assets, especially after reports that he returned to the country through an M23-controlled city.
The outcome of the trial—whether resulting in a guilty verdict or exposing judicial flaws—will carry significant implications for the country’s fragile stability and ongoing efforts to combat armed groups in the eastern region. The world remains watchful as Kinshasa prepares to deliver its historic decision.
Rukiga District Police are investigating the suspicious death of 28-year-old Henry Mugume alias Kaboy, a boda boda rider from Kirimbe cell, Kandago Parish, Bukinda Sub County. Mugume’s body was discovered along Muhanga-Ntungamo highway on the morning of September 19, 2025 amid reports that his motorcycle had been stolen.
It is alleged that Mugume was riding Motorcycle Reg. No. UMA 409AG which belongs to Nyegye Memory of Rwamucucu Sub County. Witnesses say Mugume was last seen around 2:00 am at Rukiga Campus Bar, where he appeared intoxicated.
Elly Maate, the Kigezi Region Police Spokesperson confirmed that Mugume’s body was found with signs of strangulation with a rope tightly tied around his neck. The body was recovered approximately 50 meters from Rukiga Campus Bar and was transported to Kabale Referral Hospital for a postmortem examination.
The police, led by the local crime scene team examined and documented the scene. The motorcycle has also been recovered but the suspect(s) involved remain at large.
Maate stated that investigations are ongoing to establish the circumstances surrounding Mugume’s death and to identify
Teachers in Mbarara City have defied pressure from local authorities to return to classrooms, reaffirming their commitment to strike until the government fulfills its promise to improve their salaries. The ongoing industrial action led by the Uganda National Teachers’ Union (UNATU) has brought learning to a halt in numerous schools leaving thousands of pupils stranded as the third term kicks off.
Ronald Ayebare, UNATU’s chairperson for Mbarara City called on more teachers to join the strike emphasizing the importance of unity in pressing for their demands. While some schools have distanced themselves from the strike, Ayebare stressed that a collective stand is crucial for achieving tangible results.
Ben Patrick Twahiirwa reaffirmed the teachers’ resolve, stating that they will not be intimidated or pressured to return until the government addresses their concerns regarding improved remuneration. The teachers remain firm in their stance urging authorities to fulfill their commitments to ensure a swift resolution to the ongoing industrial action.
Nominations for candidates vying for subcounty chairperson and municipal division seats in Bushenyi District have entered their fifth day with six subcounties yet to register any candidates, the district returning officer Joseph Tumwijukye revealed this evening.
Tumwijukye identified the subcounties as Ruhumuro, Kakanju, Ibaare, Kyabugimbi, Kyamuhunga and Kyeizooba. He explained that the nomination exercise which began mid-last week has so far seen approximately 26 candidates nominated to contest various electoral positions predominantly from the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) party and independent contenders.
As of press time, the number of candidates contesting for councillor positions at the subcounty and division levels has increased significantly with 88 candidates in Igara West, 78 in Igara East and 62 in Bushenyi-Ishaka Municipality.
Notably, among those nominated today is Bruno Mugizi, a seasoned journalist who is contesting as an independent candidate for Kitagata Subcounty. Also, James Tukwatse the mayor of Bitooma Town Council is running as an independent candidate while Steven Karuti who previously lost to Kijjanaman Omutuze for the Central Division seat in Bushenyi-Ishaka Municipality has also been nominated.
The nomination process continues amid anticipation for the upcoming elections, with stakeholders urging candidates and voters to adhere to the electoral guidelines and ensure peaceful campaigns.
Authorities from the Minerals Protection Unit headquarters in collaboration with officials from the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development have arrested five suspects involved in illegal mineral processing activities.
The suspects are currently in detention at Kabale Central Police Station, pending further investigation. Several trucks suspected of transporting minerals illegally have also been impounded.
The operation, which commenced on September 17, 2025 was initiated following a stakeholders’ meeting aimed at curbing illegal mining and mineral processing. Led by the Commissioner of Minerals, Agnes Alaba, the intelligence-led raid targeted multiple illegal iron ore mining and crushing sites across the district including Nyakijumba along the Kabale-Mbarara highway, Butare cell in Rutooma Ward, Northern Division of Kabale Municipality and Rwenkuriju cell in Muyanje Ward, Bubare Town Council, Rubanda District.
During the crackdown, Kwesiga Stephen, Taibu Okuker, Owino John, Harish Karshan and Biryomumisho Isaac have been apprehended.
Additionally, two trucks, with registration numbers UBP 218F and UBM 893J both Tata Lorries were intercepted at Nyakijumba checkpoint and impounded. The trucks are believed to have been involved in transporting illegally processed minerals.
Several other individuals involved in illegal activities at various sites were also arrested but later released after being sensitized on the dangers and legal implications of their actions. They were cautioned and advised to desist from such acts emphasizing the importance of following lawful procedures in mineral processing.
Authorities have reiterated their commitment to continuing these operations until all illegal mineral processing activities cease. They urge members of the public to utilize lawful channels for mineral processing and to cooperate with law enforcement agencies to prevent lawlessness in the sector.
Police in Kanungu district are investigating circumstance surrounding the death of a 62-year-old man identified as Sorobina Kabangari resident of Muramba Parish in Mpungu Sub County
Kabangari was found dead after a violent altercation linked to a dispute over livestock. The incident occurred in Muramba Parish raising concerns over escalating tensions within the community.
According to police reports, the trouble began on September 14, 2025 around 1:30pm when Twinomugisha Edisa reported to Kahunyira Nado that her two goats had been injured by Sorobina Kabangari, a 30-year-old resident of Kyambeya Cell in the same parish. In response, the Chairperson mobilized local residents, who apprehended Sorobina Kabangari who reportedly confessed to injuring the animals.
Further investigation revealed that Sorobina had been given a panga (machete) by a man identified as Bagyenyi, near his home in the area. As the group was escorting Sorobina to Mpungu Police Station, he disclosed this information which provoked anger in Bagyenyi. The suspect allegedly retrieved a panga and attacked Sorobina, cutting him on the head multiple times, leading to his instant death.
Police responded promptly, transporting the body to Mpungu Health Center IV for a postmortem examination. The scene was thoroughly processed and documented, and relevant statements from witnesses and involved parties were recorded.
The Chairperson LC II, Kahunyira Nado, was arrested to assist police with investigations. Meanwhile, Bagyenyi, the primary suspect in the attack fled the scene and remains at large.
Police authorities confirmed that inquiries are ongoing as they work to apprehend the suspect and establish the full circumstances surrounding this tragic incident.
Police in Rubanda district are investigating the tragic death of 41-year-old Deus Tukacungurwa who is believed to have been murdered by his 16-year-old daughter, Sarah Orikiriza. The incident occurred in Mungaara cell, Kyenyi parish, Muko sub-county, raising concerns over family safety and violence.
According to police reports, on June 16, 2025, at around 6:00 a.m., the wife of the deceased, Mary Tumuheise left their home with one of her children to work in the garden. She returned home at approximately 8:30 p.m. and was shocked to find her husband lying in a pool of blood inside the house with their children absent.
Neighbors were quickly called to the scene, where they confirmed the grim discovery. It was during this investigation that Miracle Trust, a 7-year-old girl and daughter of the deceased revealed that she had seen her father killing a rabbit belonging to her sister, Orikiriza Sarah, around 6:00 p.m. She further explained that after witnessing the act, she informed her mother and later, her sister who retrieved a machete and allegedly attacked their father inflicting multiple wounds to his head before fleeing the scene.
Police led by the area chairperson Bambabura Steven responded swiftly. The scene was processed and relevant statements were recorded from witnesses. The machete used in the attack was recovered and a postmortem examination was conducted.
ASP Elly Maate, the Kigezi Region Police Spokesperson confirmed that investigations are ongoing. She stated, “We are actively working to apprehend the suspect. Efforts are underway to ensure she is arrested and brought to justice. The scene has been processed and all evidence collected will aid in our inquiry.”
The incident has shocked the community raising questions about family relationships and the circumstances leading to such violence. Police continue to work diligently to resolve the case.
The alarming rise in teenage motherhood within Kiruhura District has become a major concern for community leaders and organizations working to promote girl-child development. Speaking at a meeting held yesterday at Kiruhura Women In Development (K-WID) headquarters in Kiruhura town council, local officials and representatives from various N0n Governmental Organisations (NGOs) highlighted the urgent need to address the root causes of the problem.
Fortunate Abaho, the Principal Probation Officer for Kiruhura District revealed that the number of teen mothers is increasing across all sub counties with girls giving birth at ages 14, 16 and 17. She attributed this trend to early marriages which she says are often arranged by parents seeking material wealth.
Abaho criticized some parents for marrying off their daughters at young ages and noted that early involvement in sexual activities coupled with a lack of proper guidance, exacerbates the issue.“The district has been trying to sensitize communities and discourage early marriages but efforts have not yielded the desired results,” Abaho lamented. “We remain overwhelmed by the persistent problem of teenage pregnancies and girl-child marriages.”
Representatives from organizations advocating for girl-child education and rights including Kyomukama Phoebe and Ayo Florence emphasized the importance of fighting against girl-child marriage and promoting education. They called for intensified community awareness campaigns and stronger enforcement of laws protecting girls from early marriages.
AIP Kalengusa Clovis the officer in charge of the Children and Family Unit at Kiruhura District Police pointed out that poverty is a significant factor contributing to early marriages. He urged stakeholders to collaborate and speak out against teenage pregnancies and girl-child marriage to protect the future of young girls.
Students from Bishops Girls School in Rushere including Natweta Dorreck voiced their concerns stating that early marriages not only destroy girls’ futures but also diminish respect for parents and the community as a whole.
The gathering underscored the urgent need for coordinated efforts to combat early marriages and teenage pregnancies, with community leaders emphasizing that safeguarding girl-child rights is essential for the sustainable development of Kiruhura District.
The Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL) has successfully repaired a long-defunct transformer in Nkungu 1, Nkungu Subcounty, following a peaceful demonstration by concerned residents. The repair work was carried out by a team of electrical engineers from Ibanda who responded to the community’s urgent pleas after the transformer had been out of service for approximately three months.
Sources reveal that residents especially business owners and those dependent on electricity for daily activities, faced significant hardships due to the persistent power outage. Local entrepreneurs expressed their frustrations highlighting how the lack of electricity disrupted their livelihoods and daily routines.
“Without power, my drinks business had no customers because people aren’t able to enjoy cold beverages,” said Naturinda Shallon, a local bar owner. “I also run a casino hall where we watch films and football matches, but our machines haven’t been functioning well due to high power demands. Customers are avoiding coming because of the ongoing darkness,” Deborah, a business operator, explained.
The power outage also impacted residents’ personal lives making it difficult to meet daily needs such as meals, rent payments and school dues for children. Many residents classified as “Earn and Spend” earners, expressed their struggles to sustain their families during this period.
On September 8, 2026, a local figure, Twinomujuni Innocent, an independent Member of Parliament aspirant for Kazo County joined residents in a peaceful demonstration to voice their concerns. During the protest, he called for government’s intervention and assured the community of better service delivery in the future should he be elected to Parliament.
Twinomujuni urged voters to prioritize developmental ideas and actions emphasizing the importance of electing leaders committed to extending essential services from the government to their communities.
The successful repair of the transformer marks a significant relief for Nkungu residents who now hope for continued improvements in service delivery and infrastructure development.
