WASHINGTON — Donald Trump has claimed that Iran has apologised to its Middle East neighbours and effectively “surrendered,” while warning that the country could face significant military action if tensions escalate. In a statement posted on his social media platform on Saturday, Trump said Tehran had backed down following what he described as strong pressure…
KAMPALA — Police in Kampala have arrested a suspected robber and recovered Shs21 million believed to have been stolen from a businessman during a robbery incident earlier this week. According to the Kampala Metropolitan Police, the suspect—whose identity has been withheld pending further investigations—was apprehended during an intelligence-led operation conducted by detectives from the Criminal…
Authorities in northern Uganda have arrested a doctor accused of operating an illegal surgical facility from his residence in Kitgum Municipality. The suspect, Paul Pope Okwera, is reportedly attached to Kitgum General Hospital. According to investigators, the doctor is alleged to have converted part of his home into a makeshift operating theatre where he carried…
KAMPALA, Uganda — Thomas Tayebwa has defended the performance of the 11th Parliament, saying its leadership has delivered on its constitutional mandate while urging members of the ruling party to maintain unity ahead of the upcoming parliamentary leadership vote. Speaking to journalists at his home in Kigo, Tayebwa said the current leadership under Anita Annet…
Operations at Muwema & Co. Advocates were disrupted on Friday after the firm was evicted from its rented offices in Kololo over alleged rent arrears totaling USD 372,300 (about Shs1.34 billion). The property owner, Downtown Investments Ltd, reportedly instructed court bailiffs to repossess the premises after months of unpaid rent. During the enforcement exercise, bailiffs…