Kampala, April 8, 2026 — Opposition leader Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, popularly known as Bobi Wine, has announced the death of Edith Katende Mufumbiro, wife to National Unity Platform Deputy Spokesperson Alex Waiswa Mufumbiro, while criticising his continued detention at Luzira Prison. In a statement shared on social media, Bobi Wine said Edith passed away after…
Washington, D.C., April 8, 2026 — Former U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris has sharply condemned remarks attributed to President Donald Trump over the ongoing Israel–Iran–United States tensions, warning that the rhetoric risks deepening a conflict that has already resulted in reported fatalities and casualties across the Middle East. In a strongly worded statement posted on…
Kampala, April 8, 2026 — The Kampala Metropolitan Police (KMP) has arrested a total of 82 suspects in a series of coordinated operations carried out across several divisions targeting robbery, drug-related offences, and violent crime. According to a statement issued by Deputy Public Relations Officer ASP Luke Owoyesigyire, the operations were conducted in Nansana Municipality,…
Apac, April 8, 2026 — Police in the North Kyoga Region are investigating a violent night attack on students of Apac Seed Secondary School, even as authorities report that Easter celebrations across most parts of the region remained largely peaceful, with only isolated security incidents recorded. According to the Uganda Police Force, the attack occurred…
Kampala, April 8, 2026 — A joint security operation by the Uganda Police Force and the Uganda People’s Defence Forces has led to the arrest of 18 suspects linked to a wave of phone snatching and robberies in Kampala. According to police, the operation was carried out around the Clock Tower area following public outcry…