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A Ugandan woman, identified as Alinaitwe Ketra, has been accused of scamming individuals by exploiting the recent death of a wildlife photographer, referred to as Saad, who reportedly died in a road accident. The allegations, raised by Gideon Nova Kwikizara on social media, have prompted a response from Retired Assistant Inspector General of Police (AIGP) Asan Kasingye, who called for the matter to be reported to authorities. According to posts on X, Ketra allegedly posed as Saad’s girlfriend, claiming she was a university student whose tuition was funded by the deceased. Kwikizara stated that one individual sent Ketra 300,000 UGX…

Ugandan long-distance runner Jacob Kiplimo made a powerful statement in his marathon debut, securing second place at the 2025 London Marathon. In his first appearance over the full 42-kilometre distance at a World Marathon Major event, Kiplimo crossed the finish line in an impressive time of 2:03:37. The race was ultimately won by Kenya’s Sebastian Sawe, who produced a commanding performance to claim victory with a time of 2:02:27. Sawe, one of Kenya’s rising stars in long-distance running, pulled away from Kiplimo in the final stages, finishing one minute and ten seconds ahead. Despite missing out on the top spot,…

In a tragic incident early Sunday morning, April 27, 2025, a private security guard from G.K.O Security Company was fatally shot during a foiled robbery at Diamond Trust Bank’s Wakiso branch in Uganda. The deceased, identified as Emmanuel Okao, was killed in the line of duty. Police recovered two firearms from the scene and arrested a suspect, Justine Okello, aged 27, who surrendered to authorities. Kampala Metropolitan Police Spokesperson Patrick Onyango confirmed the details, highlighting the successful prevention of the robbery and the swift apprehension of the suspect. Community members have taken to social media platforms, including X, to express…

National Unity Platform (NUP) leader Robert Kyagulanyi, known as Bobi Wine, has spoken firmly to President Yoweri Museveni as Uganda moves closer to the 2026 elections. Bobi Wine said he is ready for talks with Museveni, but only about one thing — how Museveni will peacefully leave power. Speaking with strong words, Bobi Wine made it clear he is not interested in money, political deals, or power-sharing agreements. “We are not here to discuss how much you want to give us like you gave Minister Norbert Mao. We want to negotiate your departure, just like Kenya negotiated the peaceful exit…

Pope Francis was laid to rest in the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore in Rome, where his coffin was buried in an underground tomb. He is the first Pope not to be buried at the Vatican in 100 years. The late pontiff’s choice reflects his devotion to a particular icon of the Virgin Mary, which is located at the fifth-century church. The coffin arrived at the basilica on Saturday after a procession through the Italian capital, with crowds gathering to pay their respects and clapping as the casket drove past. What Is Santa Maria Maggiore? The Basilica of Santa Maria…

Here are some of the top universities in Uganda, known for their academic quality, research output, and overall reputation: 1. Makerere University – Located in Kampala, it’s the oldest and most prestigious university in Uganda, offering a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs. 2. Kyambogo University – Also based in Kampala, Kyambogo is renowned for its strong programs in education, engineering, and special needs education. 3. Mbarara University of Science and Technology (MUST) – Known for its emphasis on science and technology, MUST is one of the leading public universities in Uganda. 4. Uganda Martyrs University – A private…

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The government has confirmed that the White Army militia killed more than 400 soldiers of the South Sudan People’s Defence Forces (SSPDF) in a deadly assault on the Nasir barracks nearly two months ago in Nasir County, Upper Nile State. Speaking to the media on Saturday, April 26, the Minister of Cabinet Affairs, Dr. Martin Elia Lomuro, stated that tensions among the SSPDF, the SPLM-IO forces, and the White Army in Nasir have been long-standing. However, he noted that these tensions escalated drastically in February 2025, setting the stage for the tragic events that followed. “Tensions among the South Sudan People’s Liberation Defence Forces, the SPLM-IO forces, and the White…

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