10th August morning will forever be a sad moment among Ugandans following the unfortunate news of the Kiteezi landfill collapse that claimed lives and property. By Saturday evening, 12 bodies had been retrieved from the garbage mound, that engulfed houses and livestock. Those who were rescued alive were rushed to the nearby health facilities, to get immediate medical attention, and currently, Police among other rescue squads are doing their best to save lives. Addressing the tragedy, President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni conveyed his condolences to the families of the People who died in the Kiteezi landfill tragedy. The president criticized the…
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The death toll from the Saturday morning landfill collapse in Kiteezi, Wakiso District has jumped to 23, authorities said on Sunday as President Museveni ordered a probe into the tragedy. Story by Monitor. Important to note. An updated toll by KCCA suggests 14 people were also injured with some of these discharged already. Authorities fear fatalities could climb farther, up from the initial figure of 12 deaths. “The situation is getting calmer. We continue to retrieve the bodies. The cumulative number of those who have died stands at 23,” acting Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) spokesperson Daniel Nuwe Abine said…
By Julius Mugaga Tukacungurwa/Umoja Standard The meeting centered on building a coffee culture in Uganda, highlighting the importance of specialty coffee and the challenges of educating consumers about quality and freshness. Concerns were raised about coffee losing its desirable attributes when stored for too long, prompting the exploration of a model for delivering freshly roasted coffee directly to customers. Discussions included the coffee value chain, emphasizing fair compensation for farmers and the significance of proper brewing methods to enhance consumer experience. The speaker detailed various coffee types and their characteristics, while also addressing new EU regulations on sourcing transparency. Informal…
In a remarkable display of bravery, Boda Boda riders in Kampala chased down and apprehended two panga-wielding thugs who had snatched a handbag from a teacher along Nakasero Road in the heart of Kampala City. The victim, 36-year-old Hope Afoyotwoth, a teacher and resident of Kamwokya in the Kampala Central Division, was ambushed on her way home Wednesday evening. The assailants, riding a motorcycle with registration number UGA 868Z, blocked her path and threatened her with a panga before making off with her handbag. The stolen bag contained two mobile phones, Shs 5,000, body spray, and other personal items, with…
A father has been taught one hard lesson in life and we believe he wouldn’t make such a mistake again or in his next life if he believes in reincarnation. The father according to the source, has failed to take care of his children and rather spends the money on young girls he sees in town. One day he met a lady in town and started spending money on her in an attempt to sleep with her but all efforts to get the lady into his bed failed. He then started to find ways of getting his newfound girlfriend into…
SHAMEFUL: Eric Dwamena, a Ghanaian teacher, has been exonerated after a DNA test proved he was not the father of a student’s child, as she had falsely claimed. The accusation, made about a year ago, led to his arrest and the loss of GHC 20,000, which he paid under pressure to avoid jail. Dwamena maintained his innocence throughout the ordeal and sought justice through Oyerepa FM, where a DNA test was conducted. The results have sparked jubilation among his supporters, and social media users are now calling for the return of his money and legal consequences for those who falsely…
Uganda’s finest Film commentator VJ Junior has finally apologized to National Unity Platform (NUP) supporters after torturing them for some time in his films. He said he is starting to realise how the the comments he made hurt hurt and disrespected NUP and their president Bobi Wine. VJ Junior has been a film commentator for more than 10 years. He has actually earned a living from that and has created so many friends that have become a family. Like any other person, he has a political stand point and clearly he doesn’t support NUP. VJ Junior has called them names…
The MP requested the court in April to allow him pay Sh50,000 loan in installments. IMPORTANT TO NOTE. Kakamega Small Claims court Adjudicator Caroline Cheruiyot issued the warrant after the MP allegedly failed to clear Sh563,000 Cheruiyot directed that police should arrest the MP unless he pays them the total amount decreed plus expenses for execution of the warrant. An arrest warrant has been issued against Mumias East MP Peter Salasya for allegedly failing to clear a debt owed to a Kakamega businessman. Kakamega Small Claims court Adjudicator Caroline Cheruiyot issued the warrant after the MP allegedly failed to clear…
Share on FacebookShare on Twitter The Miss Uganda pageant isn’t just about beauty—it’s a powerful platform for ambitious young women to showcase their leadership skills, intelligence, and passion. Through rigorous training and mentorship, contestants transform into brand ambassadors for Uganda, advocating for women’s rights and inspiring the next generation. As the grand finale approaches this Saturday, let’s meet the incredible finalists vying for the crown! Natasha Nyonyozi Age: 23 District: Kabale Occupation: Accountant Role Model: My Parents Hobbies: Travelling, Reading, Yoga, Swimming, Art & Digital Creating Natasha is a dynamic accountant with a love for travel and creativity.…
Uganda’s Peruth Chemutai got the defence of her Olympic 3,000m steeplechase title off on the right track in Paris on Sunday by cruising to victory in the first heat. Kenyan World Record (WR) holder Beatrice Chepkoech handily won her heat while 2023 world champion Winfred Yavi of Bahrain also advanced to the final. There were few surprises when Sunday’s programme kicked off at the Stade de France. Chemutai went to the front of the pack almost immediately and never let up in a confident performance, crossing the finish in a comfortable 9.10.51 ahead of Kenya’s Faith Cherotich, the…