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Deputy Chief Justice Zeija Opens Kabale Appeal Session, Pledges Timely Justice

Deputy Chief Justice, Hon. Justice Dr. Flavian Zeija, has reaffirmed the Judiciary’s commitment to ensuring timely and accessible justice as he officially opened a three-day Court of Appeal Criminal Session at the Kabale High Court on Tuesday. The session, running from November 4th to 6th, 2025, will hear 30 criminal appeals, presided over by a panel comprising Justices Frederick Martin Stephen Egonda-Ntende, Oscar John Kihika, and Jesse Byaruha…Kabale · Kabale Read Article

Isingiro Woman MP Mugumya Backs Ninsiima for Rubanda Woman MP Seat, Urges Voters to ‘Open Eyes’ for Change in 2026

The Isingiro District Woman Member of Parliament, Hon. Clare Mugumya, has urged residents of Rubanda District to rally behind independent candidate Evelyne Ninsiima Kikafunda in her bid to unseat the incumbent District Woman MP in the 2026 general elections. Hon. Mugumya made the remarks on Tuesday during the burial ceremony of the late Josephine Mushombera, mother of the late Wilfred Murumba, in Nyaruhanga Ward, Ikumba Sub-County, Rubanda Distr…Western Region, Uganda · Western Region Read Article

Bishop Akanjuna Breaks Ground on Sh995M Grace Villa Ubuntu Resource Center to Empower Girls in Kabale

The Bishop of the Diocese of Kigezi, Rt. Rev. Gaddie Akanjuna, has officially presided over the groundbreaking ceremony for the long-awaited Grace Villa Ubuntu Resource Center. The event took place at the Grace Villa compound in Kigongi Ward, Central Division, Kabale Municipality on Tuesday. Funded by Ubuntu International and other well-wishers, the new building, valued at 995 million Uganda shillings, will be constructed by Murumba & Company Co…Kabale · Kabale Read Article

Man Fatally Shot in Car After Bar Altercation in Daytona Beach

Daytona Beach, Florida – Police are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred early Sunday morning in Daytona Beach. Around 1:09 a.m. on November 2, 2025, officers responded to the area of Goodall Avenue and South Grandview Avenue after reports of a shooting. When officers arrived, they found 23-year-old Anthony Chrun unconscious in the front seat of his vehicle. Officers immediately began life-saving efforts, but Chrun was pronounced dead at…Law · Florida See the Story

Faridah Namukasa (Generation 447): The fearless digital voice shaping Uganda’s online political debate

In Uganda’s fast-evolving digital media space, Faridah Namukasa, widely known by her online moniker Generation 447 (or Generation Official), has emerged as one of the most dynamic and controversial voices of her generation. Through sharp commentary, viral livestreams, and bold political analysis, she has built a platform that both captivates and divides audiences across Uganda and the diaspora. Early life and education Born and raised in Uganda,…Mbarara · Mbarara Read Article

How KIU student died while revising for exams

Students and lecturers at Kampala International University (KIU) Western Campus in Bushenyi were left in shock on Saturday after the sudden death of a postgraduate student, Edson Alinda. Alinda, who came from Kagote, was pursuing a Master’s degree in Educational Administration and Management. According to witnesses, he was revising in a lecture room for an exam scheduled at 2:00 p.m. when he suddenly collapsed. He was rushed to KIU Hospital, whe…Bushenyi · Bushenyi Read Article

Boda Boda Rider Found Dead Along Fort Portal–Kamwenge Road

By Spy Uganda Fort Portal City, Uganda — Residents of Fort Portal City woke up to shocking news on Monday morning after a local Boda Boda rider, identified as Enock, was found dead by the roadside along the Fort Portal–Kamwenge road. According to eyewitness accounts, Enock, who operated from the Boda Boda stage located behind…Fort Portal · Fort Portal Read Article

Kabale Municipality MP Candidate Muhwezi Flags Low Civic Education Ahead of 2026 Elections

The independent candidate for the Kabale Municipality Member of Parliament seat, Alex Edgar Muhwezi, has raised concerns over the lack of civic education among voters ahead of the 2026 General Elections. Speaking after the campaign harmonization meeting organized by the Kabale District Electoral Commission Office at Rukiiko Hall on Monday, Muhwezi described civic education as a fundamental tool for ensuring free and fair elections. He expressed …Education · Kabale Read Article

Kabale Headteacher Arrested for Blocking Pupil from Sitting PLE

Police in Kabale District have arrested the Headteacher of Rwababa Primary School in Kyanamira Sub county for allegedly preventing a Primary Seven candidate from sitting for the Primary Leaving Examinations (PLE) over an unpaid coaching fee of Shs 70,000. The suspect, identified as Drake Kishija, reportedly stopped pupil Ezekiel Ahimbisibwe (Index No. 002/002472) from taking his final national examinations on grounds that he had not cleared the …Kabale · Kabale Read Article

Kabale Records Drop in Public Smoking, Cigarette Displays

The Kabale District Health Department has reported a slight decline in cases of public smoking and open display of cigarettes among shops in Kabale Municipality. Speaking to journalists on Sunday night during the second joint enforcement operation to uphold the Tobacco Control Act of 2015, Oliver Namanya, the Assistant District Health Officer in charge of Environmental Health, said there has been a noticeable reduction in the number of people sm…Smoking · Kabale Read Article

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Deputy Chief Justice Zeija Opens Kabale Appeal Session, Pledges Timely Justice

Isingiro Woman MP Mugumya Backs Ninsiima for Rubanda Woman MP Seat, Urges Voters to ‘Open Eyes’ for Change in 2026

Bishop Akanjuna Breaks Ground on Sh995M Grace Villa Ubuntu Resource Center to Empower Girls in Kabale

Man Fatally Shot in Car After Bar Altercation in Daytona Beach

Faridah Namukasa (Generation 447): The fearless digital voice shaping Uganda’s online political debate

How KIU student died while revising for exams

Boda Boda Rider Found Dead Along Fort Portal–Kamwenge Road

Kabale Municipality MP Candidate Muhwezi Flags Low Civic Education Ahead of 2026 Elections

Kabale Headteacher Arrested for Blocking Pupil from Sitting PLE

Kabale Records Drop in Public Smoking, Cigarette Displays

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Deputy Chief Justice Zeija Opens Kabale Appeal Session, Pledges Timely Justice

Isingiro Woman MP Mugumya Backs Ninsiima for Rubanda Woman MP Seat, Urges Voters to ‘Open Eyes’ for Change in 2026

Bishop Akanjuna Breaks Ground on Sh995M Grace Villa Ubuntu Resource Center to Empower Girls in Kabale

Man Fatally Shot in Car After Bar Altercation in Daytona Beach

Faridah Namukasa (Generation 447): The fearless digital voice shaping Uganda’s online political debate

How KIU student died while revising for exams

Boda Boda Rider Found Dead Along Fort Portal–Kamwenge Road

Kabale Municipality MP Candidate Muhwezi Flags Low Civic Education Ahead of 2026 Elections

Kabale Headteacher Arrested for Blocking Pupil from Sitting PLE

Kabale Records Drop in Public Smoking, Cigarette Displays