The Uganda Police Force and the United States Embassy in Uganda have warned the public about increasing cases of visa fraud targeting Ugandans seeking travel opportunities abroad. Speaking during a joint press briefing in Kampala, police spokesperson Kituuma Rusoke said authorities are concerned about the growing number of fraudsters posing as intermediaries who claim they…
The arrest of Dr Sarah Bireete, Executive Director of the Centre for Constitutional Governance (CCG), has drawn widespread condemnation from civil society leaders, political figures, and human rights advocates, who describe the move as an intimidation tactic ahead of the upcoming elections. The Uganda Police Force confirmed the arrest, stating that Dr Bireete is currently…
The Uganda Police Force has reaffirmed that the country remains calm and secure following the Christmas festivities, while issuing strict guidelines to govern fireworks displays and public celebrations ahead of the New Year 2026. In a press release dated December 29, 2025, police said the overall security situation during Christmas was peaceful, with no major…
Fort Portal — The Uganda Police Force has dismissed claims of an attempted kidnapping made by James Byamukama, a candidate for the Mwenge South Constituency parliamentary seat. According to the police, Byamukama alleged that he narrowly escaped an abduction by unidentified individuals dressed in civilian clothes while at a hotel in Fort Portal, where he…
The Uganda Police Force has launched investigations into a suspected racket behind the vandalism of electricity infrastructure in Butaleja District, following the theft of electrical wires from power poles in the area. According to police, the incident occurred on December 14, 2025, at around 7:00 a.m., in Lubanga Cell, Bufujja Town Council. The Chairperson of…