Police in Kazo district have arreste, Babrah Kansiime, 19, following allegations that she murdered her 1-year-and-3-month-old daughter, Tusingwire Christine by drowning her into a water body.

The tragic incident occurred in Buhenda village, Rwamuranga Parish, Kazo Subcounty. Authorities have not yet established a clear motive resulting into the incident but police suspect domestic discord may have contributed to the incident.

Kansiime who has two children with different men and works as a daily wage laborer reportedly claimed that she was chased from her home along with her children before the act.

The police have launched an investigation under file REF CRB 535/2025. The child’s body has been transported to Ruhoko Hospital for further examination.

Local LC1 Chairman Samuel Manuunu expressed shock and sadness over the heartbreaking event calling for a thorough investigation.

The Mbarara district LCV chairperson,Didas Tabaro Tumwesigye has strongly denied allegations linking the district council to the fraudulent sale of district land. The accusations surfaced amid ongoing investigations by the Inspector General of Government (IGG) into claims that district officials colluded with business people to allocate land unlawfully.

It is alleged that 30 Mbarara district councilors fraudulently allocated 10 acres of public land to Kampala International University (KIU) with each councilor allegedly receiving UGX 2.5 million to facilitate the transfer. The land in question is intended for the expansion of KIU’s Heart Institute currently under construction in Rwebikoona on Kamukuzi Hill.

The implicated councilors appeared before Sarah Magola, the IGG’s regional head for South Western Uganda at the regional office in Mbarara City where they were questioned regarding the matter. Magola confirmed that investigations are still ongoing and assured the public that the IGG would release findings once the inquiries are complete.

In response to the allegations,Tabaro dismissed the claims as politically motivated. He accused district NRM chairman Prosper Tuhaise of masterminding the accusations to favor his brother Hygiene Twongyirwe Kururagyiire who is vying for the district chairmanship as the NRM flag bearer. Tabaro, who recently declared his intention to run as an independent candidate expressed confidence that the allegations are part of a political scheme aimed at undermining his leadership.

Prof. Ephraim Kamuntu, the Senior Presidential Advisor on Manifesto Implementation and the National Resistance Movement ( flag bearer for Sheema South parliamentary seat has called on NRM supporters across Sheema District to start paying subscription fees to be officially recognized as party members.

Kamuntu made the appeal during a meeting with NRM leaders and flag bearers held at the District Council Hall on Monday. He emphasized that the NRM has historically been a mass party with a presence in nearly every village in Uganda. He described the party as a significant and inclusive institution whose strength can be further consolidated through increased member participation.

He pointed out that Uganda’s recent classification as a middle-income country indicates that citizens are now capable of making financial contributions to support institutions they identify with. Currently, the NRM Constitution does not mandate supporters to pay subscription fees. Kamuntu believes that even modest contributions from members could help fund grassroots party activities.

The meeting served as a preparatory platform ahead of the upcoming NRM Delegates Conference scheduled for next week in Kampala. The conference is expected to bring together delegates from across the country to deliberate on party matters and gear up for the 2026 general elections.

Attending the meeting were all NRM flag bearers from Sheema district including councillors at various levels, the municipality mayor, Members of Parliament, the LC5 chairperson and subcounty NRM chairpersons.

In his remarks, Sheema District NRM Chairperson Richard Muhangi Bigirwa condemned the increasing commercialization of politics which he said was evident during the recently concluded NRM primaries. He also urged NRM leaders and supporters to actively engage in agriculture, advocating for the adoption of the four-acre model as a means of boosting household income and ensuring sustainable development.

The Electricity Regulatory Authority (ERA) has raised concerns over the increasing incidents of vandalism across Uganda which have severely affected power supply and left many communities grappling with frequent outages.

Speaking during a stakeholder engagement with security committees and local leaders at ERA’s Western Regional Offices in Booma, Mbarara City, on Monday, Shallot Kyohirwe, the Head of Legal Affairs at ERA, attributed the persistent vandalism to lack of awareness among Ugandans about the legal consequences. “Ignorance of the law continues to fuel vandalism, and despite efforts to curb it, the numbers remain alarmingly high,” she stated.

Kyohirwe revealed that only six vandals were prosecuted last year emphasizing that the actual incidents far exceed the legal actions taken so far.

During the meeting, Catherine Kamwine Hellen, the Mbarara City Resident City Commissioner (RCC), echoed the concerns highlighting that vandalism of power lines remains rampant within the region. She called upon the public to take responsibility for safeguarding government infrastructure and warned those involved in such criminal acts to cease immediately.

The authorities stressed the importance of community involvement in protecting critical national assets and pledged to strengthen enforcement measures to combat vandalism and ensure reliable electricity supply for all Ugandans.

Residents of Akatongore Central Village, Akatongore Parish, Migina Subcounty in Kazo district have expressed outrage following allegations of defilement of a 14-year-old girl by her stepfather, Buregyeya Steven,40. The incident has sparked widespread condemnation within the community.

According to reports, Buregyeya allegedly impregnated his stepdaughter, an act that has elicited shock and disgust among locals, including prominent community members such as Tugume Enock, Ainebyoona Gloria, Bukenya Mathias, and Apostle Isingoma Bernard. Many have called on the government to intervene and implement measures to curb such cases.

Benon Tumusiime, the LC1 Chairman of Akatongore strongly condemned the act and urged authorities to ensure justice is served. “This is a despicable act that must be condemned in the strongest terms. We are calling on the law to take its course,” he stated.

The suspect, Buregyeya Steven, is currently in custody at Kazo Police Station while investigations are ongoing. He is expected to appear in court once authorities conclude inquiries.

The community is demanding swift justice for the young girl and is advocating for stricter measures to prevent similar cases in the future. They emphasize the importance of protecting vulnerable members of society and ensuring offenders are appropriately punished.

Police in Kanungu district are investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of Nkamwesiga Victor, 37-a resident of Rutooma Cell, Kashojwa Parish

ASP Elly Maate, the spokesperson for Kigezi Regional Police confirmed the incident and revealed that it occurred on August 16 when the deceased reportedly disappeared from his home. The following morning, August 17, he was found hanging from a Jack tree along the road near his residence.

Maate explained that police at Rugyeyo responded promptly after being informed of the incident. The scene was visited, examined and documented for further investigation.

He also noted that reliable information indicates the deceased had seasonal mental health issues and may have been receiving treatment at Katate Health Center IV. It is believed that these health problems could have contributed to his decision to take his own life.

Authorities continue to investigate the case to establish all facts surrounding Nkamwesiga Victor’s death and appeal to the public to provide any relevant information that can assist in the investigation.

Rubanda district police have launched an investigation into circumstances surrounding the alleged murder of 65-year-old Ruhugye Zaverio a resident of Nyakayenje Cell, Kitojo Parish, Bubare Sub County. The victim’s body was reportedly found lying along the pathway to his home.

ASP Elly Maate, the spokesperson for Kigezi Regional Police confirmed the incident and revealed that it allegedly occurred on the night of August 16. He explained that Ruhugye had gone back home after grazing cattle and later proceeded to Hakabungo Trading Centre for leisure.

Maate said that at around 1:00 am, the wife of the deceased waited for him but upon failure to return home, she went to the trading centre seeking her husband who she could not trace.

The following morning at approximately 6:30 am, Agaba Urban, one of the deceased’s sons who operates a shop at Hakabungo Trading Centre found his father’s lifeless body near the road on the way to their home. He raised an alarm, attracting other residents who came to see what had happened. The matter was immediately reported to police.

Police officers responded quickly to the scene, examined and conducted a postmortem at the scene. Preliminary investigations suggest foul play but authorities have not yet established the exact cause of death.

Maate called on anyone with information that could lead to identifying the perpetrators to come forward. He emphasized the importance of community cooperation in ensuring that justice is served.

Police in Kisoro district are investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of Hategeka Bosco, 40, a resident of Gasarara Village, Soko Parish, Muramba Sub County. The victim’s body was discovered lying along the road at Kanyenka Trading Center, near his home.

According to ASP Elly Maate, the spokesperson for Kigezi Regional Police, the incident is believed to have occurred on the night of August 16, 2025. He explained that the deceased had left his home around 7:00 pm to attend a vigil for a relative in Rusenyi Village within Muramba Sub County while his wife was also preparing to attend another vigil nearby for a different relative.

The following morning at approximately 7:00 am, as the wife was returning home from the vigil, she received a distressing phone call from relatives informing her that her husband had been found lying along the road. She immediately proceeded to the scene and confirmed the tragic incident.

Maate noted that a case of suspected murder has been registered at Kisoro Central Police Station by George Haguma. The scene was visited, processed and documented by police officers. Despite efforts by the canine unit to track possible suspects, no leads have been established so far.

The body was examined at the crime scene and subsequently handed over to the family for a proper burial. Authorities reported that Hategeka Bosco was found with a deep cut on his chin, injuries on his chest and a large stone placed on his head.

Investigations are ongoing to establish the motive behind the attack and to identify and arrest any suspects involved. Police urge the public to cooperate with authorities as they work to bring justice in this case.

A suspect connected to the murder of a woman at Cheers Public and Accommodation in Kabale has been apprehended. The incident which occurred on July 29 involved the victim, Kobusingye Leonada, 45 a resident of Ahataba village, Shebeya Parish, Hamurwa Sub-county, Rubanda District.

According to police reports, Kobusingye was last seen going to the lodge with an unidentified male companion before she was murdered, and the perpetrator subsequently fled the scene.

The suspect, Mwesigwa Clinton, 24, a clinical officer and volunteer at Hamurwa Health Centre IV was arrested on August 9. He was apprehended from a church in Nakawa, Kampala where he was reportedly confessing to the crime and requesting prayers. Mwesigwa hails from Mitooma District but resides in Hamurwa Town Council, Kabale District.

Following his arrest, Mwesigwa was transferred from Jinja Road Police Station to Kabale Central Police Station for further inquiries. Authorities have indicated that once investigations are complete, he will be arraigned before the courts of law.

The police continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the murder and appeal to the public for any additional information that might assist in the case.

A total of 130 youth from Bushenyi and Mitooma districts have joined the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) following a recruitment exercise held at Bushenyi district headquarters yesterday. The exercise is part of the ongoing nationwide UPDF recruitment drive.

William Donanto Katsigazi, Bushenyi District Resident District Commissioner emphasized his role in overseeing the recruitment process which continues today and tomorrow in the neighboring districts of Sheema, Rubirizi, and Buhweju within greater Bushenyi.

Katsigazi announced that 67 youths from Bushenyi and 54 from Mitooma are set to undergo training after successfully passing the recruitment. He assured the public that the process was free of corruption as the shortlist was handled directly by the UPDF headquarters in Bombo.

The RDC issued a stern warning against bribery, emphasizing that the government will not tolerate any attempts by individuals to bribe officers, even if it means parents selling property to do so.