MITYANA, Uganda — The State House Anti Corruption Unit in collaboration with the Uganda Police Force has arrested four senior officials from Mityana District on allegations of abuse of office and nepotism linked to irregular recruitment practices. In a statement released on Friday, the Anti-Corruption Unit said the arrests followed preliminary investigations into alleged manipulation…
WAKISO, Uganda — Police in Wakiso District have arrested three suspects in connection with a string of motorcycle robberies and recovered 10 suspected stolen motorcycles during an intelligence-led operation. According to Kampala Metropolitan Police spokesperson Racheal Kawala, the arrests follow a case of aggravated robbery reported earlier this month. On February 13, 2026, at about…
Kenyan authorities have arrested a 33-year-old man suspected of playing a key role in recruiting Kenyan nationals to fight in the Russia–Ukraine war, officials said. The suspect was detained near Kenya’s border with Ethiopia after returning from a trip to Russia and allegedly attempting to flee the country, according to government statements.Alleged Recruitment Network Kenyan…
Excitement is mounting across East Africa following strong indications that Ugandan music legend Jose Chameleone and Tanzanian Bongo Flava superstar Diamond Platnumz are on the verge of releasing a joint single titled “Kwata Kiwato.” Leaked snippets circulating online over the past few days — around February 25–27, 2026 — suggest that the high-energy track blends…
Makerere University’s latest graduation ceremony was marked by high-profile recognitions and messages of inspiration, as business leaders and academics took centre stage during a vibrant event in Kampala. According to posts by Vice Chancellor Barnabas Nawangwe, the ceremony saw the university’s Chancellor, Crispus Kiyonga, confer a degree upon King Ceasor Mulenga, the Chancellor of King…