Police in Kisoro district have registered a tragic road accident resulting in the deaths of a couple. The incident occurred on October 2, 2025, at approximately 6:20 PM, opposite Airland Hotel in Nyakabande along the Kisoro-Kabale highway.

According to police reports, a Mercedes Benz semi-trailer Reg. No. KDR 693N/ZH5807 and a blue Bajaj Boxer motorcycle Reg. No. UDN 775S were involved in the collision. The motorcycle was carrying a man and a woman both residents of Mubuga Village, Gitendere Parish, Nyarusiza Sub-county in Kisoro District.

Elly Maate, the Kigezi Police Spokesperson confirmed the incident and provided further details. “The semi-trailer was traveling from Kyanika Border heading towards Kabale while the motorcycle was coming from Nyakabande heading towards Kisoro town. When they reached near Airland Hotel they collided head-on resulting in the immediate death of the rider and his passenger,” Maate explained.

The deceased persons have been identified as Sebahinzi Kenneth, 40, the motorcycle rider, and Ntiringanya Sylvia, 38, his passenger.

The scene was visited and documented by ASP Ainomugisha Musa, the District Traffic Officer, along with his team. Eyewitness statements were collected and the bodies were transported to Kisoro Hospital Mortuary for postmortem examinations. The driver of the semi-trailer fled the scene following the accident and the vehicle remains at Kisoro Central Police Station pending inspection.

Police investigations are ongoing to establish the full circumstances of the crash, and authorities urge drivers to exercise caution along this busy highway.

The territorial police in Rukungiri have made significant progress in an ongoing investigation into the mysterious death of 32-year-old Evaristo Nuwabine commonly known as Thursday. The victim’s lifeless body was discovered yesterday morning lying in a water trench along the Rukungiri-Kihihi highway bearing multiple head injuries.

According to police reports, two suspects; Muhwezi Narasensio and Tindyebwa Hillary have been arrested to aid in the investigation. Elly Maate, the Kigezi Region Police Spokesperson confirmed the development emphasizing that police are actively probing the circumstances surrounding the incident.

Elly Maate stated, “Our officers responded swiftly after being notified by residents. The scene was processed and documented thoroughly. The suspects, Muhwezi and Tindyebwa are currently in custody assisting with investigations.”

The incident reportedly stems from a night of alcohol consumption involving Nuwabine and several others. On October 1, 2025, at around 6:00 pm, Nuwabine was seen in a local bar owned by Kyarikunda Moreen alongside his brothers and friends including the suspects. The group moved between different bars in the area, drinking waragi until around 11:00 pm when they parted ways.

According to the police account, Nuwabine and his brother Muhwezi left the last bar around 11:00 pm heading to their respective homes. Tragically, Nuwabine’s body was discovered yesterday at around 7:00 am by Tindyebwa Hillary one of the suspects who then alerted residents and authorities.

The deceased was found with multiple injuries on the head and a postmortem carried out at Rwakabengo HC III mortuary to determine the exact cause of death.

Elly Maate urged the public to remain calm and assured that police investigations are ongoing to establish the full circumstances of the case. He also called on anyone with relevant information to come forward to aid in bringing justice.

The case remains under active investigation and police continue to gather evidence to establish the motive and identify potential perpetrators.

Residents of Nyarubanga Ward in Mbarara City North Division have raised concerns over alleged harassment by city enforcement officers during property tax collection exercises. The residents claim that enforcement personnel sometimes lock them inside their shops and homes as early as 5 a.m. in an apparent effort to compel them to pay the overdue taxes.

The accusations were voiced during a baraza meeting held at Nyarubanga Church of Uganda organized by the Office of the Resident City Commissioner (RCC). Several residents recounted distressing incidents where enforcement teams reportedly sealed them inside their premises until they settled the required taxes.

Jackline Kankunda, the Deputy RCC for Mbarara City North Division who chaired the meeting condemned the conduct of the enforcement officers. She ordered an immediate halt to such practices emphasizing that residents should not be subjected to intimidation or harassment during tax collection.

During the meeting, Kankunda also criticized LC1 chairpersons who have been accused of charging a 10 percent fee from residents seeking to use the village stamp warning that such exploitation would not be tolerated.

Gumusiriza Kyabwisho, the Mayor of Mbarara City North Division expressed his unawareness of the enforcement officers’ actions but assured residents that he would engage the division town clerk to investigate the matter and ensure that order and proper procedures are maintained during tax collection processes.

Residents of Rwakahaya 1 in Rwakahaya Parish, Kanoni Subcounty Kazo district are in a state of shock following the brutal murder of Alex Mucunguzi, 52, whose body was discovered by his school going daughter this morning in a neighbour’s farm.

Sources reveal that Mucunguzi was murdered and his body was subsequently carried and laid on the farm. The discovery was made by his own daughter who was on her way to school. Upon finding her father’s body, she quickly ran back to inform her mother.

Silage Gumisiriza, the LC1 Chairperson, expressed concern, “Mucunguzi was an innocent man, loved by the community. We are shocked and saddened by his tragic death.”

Kenneth Mugarura a resident described Mucunguzi as a friendly and peaceful individual. He called on the government to establish a police station in Kanoni to help maintain peace and security in the area.

The community awaits further investigations into the circumstances surrounding Mucunguzi’s death hoping for justice to be served.

Malawi’s President Lazarus Chakwera has conceded defeat in this month’s presidential election to his rival and former leader, Peter Mutharika amid ongoing economic struggles and fuel shortages.

In a televised address, the 70-year-old incumbent acknowledged Mutharika’s clear lead, stating, “It is only right that I concede defeat out of respect for your will as citizens and for the constitution.” Chakwera assured the public of a peaceful transfer of power as the Electoral Commission prepares to release official results later today.

The election, considered one of the most closely contested in recent Malawian history saw voters choose between the two leading parties’ candidates. While preliminary results indicate Mutharika, 85 has a strong lead, the final tally is awaited.

Malawi, one of Africa’s poorest nations continues to grapple with economic hardship. Inflation has soared to 33% and food prices particularly maize and fertiliser have risen sharply. Nearly three-quarters of Malawians live below the $3 daily poverty line with about half suffering from inadequate nutrition.

Chakwera, who took office in 2020 promised to tackle corruption but faced criticism for slow progress. His predecessor, Mutharika was credited with infrastructural improvements and reduced inflation during his 2014-2020 tenure though his administration was marred by allegations of cronyism and electoral irregularities including the 2019 annulment of his victory.

The nation now awaits the official results as Malawi navigates its economic and political challenges.

Residents of Nyakinombe village in Mbaba Parish, Kazo Sub-county, Kazo District are mourning the tragic death of 18-year-old Kabandize Andrew. The young man died yesterday after sustaining injuries from a log he was carrying alongside a colleague.

Kabandize had been in Rugongi Prison in Kiruhura District where his mother, Merab Tuhumwire had taken him due to persistent misbehavior at home and in the community hoping the prison environment would help him reform.

Relatives expressed shock upon hearing of his passing and visited Kiruhura HCIV mortuary to find his body with visible injuries on his shoulder and cheek caused by the log. They were informed that a postmortem would cost UGX400,000 but due to financial constraints they could not afford the fee and were allowed to proceed with his burial.

The family criticized what they described as neglect and poor treatment by prison authorities and called for reforms at Rugongi Prison.

Stanley Turyamureeba, LC1 Chairman of Nyakinombe confirmed that Kabandize had a history of theft and misbehavior which his mother had reported multiple times including paying ransom on several occasions in an attempt to curb his actions.

He urged local youth to value discipline and respect their parents emphasizing the importance of good behavior and self-reliance even for those who have dropped out of school.

Efforts to contact Frank Baine, the Spokesperson for the Uganda Prisons Service were unsuccessful as his phone was unreachable.

Kabandize is scheduled to be buried on September 24, 2025, in Nyakinombe.

Residents of Rumuri I and Rumuri II villages in Kichwamba Sub-county, Rubirizi District were plunged into shock and grief yesterday following a tragic murder-suicide after a 55-year-old man, Niwagaba Amidu, allegedly killed his wife Asiimwe Madina before drowning himself in L. Rwizongo.

According to reports, Niwagaba attacked Asiimwe while she was harvesting coffee in their plantation. Eyewitnesses say he hacked her multiple times with a panga resulting in her instant death. After the attack, Niwagaba fled the scene and later plunged into L. Rwizongo where he drowned.

The couple who had been married for several decades and were parents to 13 children reportedly had a long-standing dispute over inherited family land. Asiimwe had inherited several plots of land from her family and insisted on managing them independently. Her husband, however, had repeatedly pressured her to sell the land to raise funds a demand she refused. Two months prior to the tragedy, Asiimwe resolved to keep the land for their children a decision that reportedly intensified their disagreements.

On the day of the incident while Asiimwe was picking ripe coffee cherries, Niwagaba allegedly stormed the farm and carried out the attack.

Patrick Beyendeza, LC1 Chairperson of Rumuri I, expressed deep shock and sorrow over the incident. The body of Asiimwe was taken to Rugazi Health Centre IV for postmortem examination.

Authorities have launched investigations into the circumstances surrounding the tragic event.

Tragedy has struck Rweyeshera cell in Kyabandara ward, Sheema Municipality following a devastating house fire which resulted into the death of a mother and her three-year-old child.

The deceased, Juliet Nuwaha perished along with her young child after flames gutted their home consuming all household belongings including beds, cooking utensils and a Bajaj Boxer motorcycle. Her husband, Godwine Nuwaha, a boda-boda rider from Kabwohe town narrowly escaped the inferno and is currently receiving treatment at Kabwohe Health Centre IV in critical condition.

Speaking to our reporter, Nuwaha recounted that he returned home from work around 11:00 pm and found a matchbox placed on a stool in the bedroom. He added that upon entering, he noticed the room was already engulfed in flames which made it impossible to save his wife and child. The cause of the fire is yet to be determined but preliminary investigations suggest an electrical fault or accidental ignition.

Authorities have visited the scene and are conducting thorough investigations. The community has expressed shock and grief over the tragedy emphasizing the need for increased awareness about fire safety and proper electrical wiring in homes.