Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) has pledged to work with affected traders to restore their livelihoods and put in place lasting measures to prevent future flooding in the city’s business hubs. The pledge was made during a meeting convened by Kampala Lord Mayor Erias Lukwago and held in the Mayor’s Parlour at City Hall on […]
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By Naome Namusoke & Ronald Kabuubi/ KMA updates Kampala, Uganda —Thousands of city traders are demanding government compensation after last week’s torrential rains flooded major arcades in downtown Kampala, destroying goods worth millions of shillings. The downpour, which lasted for over four hours on Thursday, left business owners counting heavy losses as water submerged entire
The Rwenzururu King, His Majesty Charles Wesley Mumbere, has condemned the violent attacks on security installations in Kasese and Bundibugyo districts, distancing the cultural institution from the acts. On Saturday, suspected armed assailants attacked Kasese Central Police Station and Rugendabara Police Post, while another group targeted Malindi and Kakuka military detachments in Bundibugyo District. In
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In a heated Masaza Cup 2025 final, Buweekula Ssaza has won its first trophy after defeating Ssingo 1–0 at Nakivubo Stadium In a moment of triumph and celebration, the Kabaka—seen all smiles at the centre of the award ceremony—handed the glittering blue-and-gold trophy to Buweekula’s captain, amid thunderous cheers from fans and players. The 2025
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Following the visit to the mudslide scene in Kwanwa village, the State Minister for Disaster Preparedness ordered the immediate deployment of UPDF personnel to join the ongoing response efforts. During the visit, she delivered and handed over financial support from H.E. President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, UGX 5 million to each family of the deceased and
Following the incidents, Kasese Resident District Commissioner Lt. Joe Walusimbi reported that nine of the attackers had been put out of action and 30 others arrested. However, while addressing leaders from Busongora County North at a meeting held on Sunday at Hima Town Council headquarters, Rwenzori East Deputy Regional Police Commander, SSP Alex Muhumuza,
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Recalling Mohsin Naqvi’s stubbornness, BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia joked that the Indian women’s team received their World Cup trophy swiftly and without fuss unlike the drama the Pakistani politician has created. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) Secretary Devajit Saikia took a dig at Mohsin Naqvi and threatened strict action against the
Speaker Among, Wakida rally Kibuku to back Museveni, NRM flag bearers in 2026 The NRM 2nd National Vice Chairperson [Female] and Speaker, Rt.Hon.Anita Annet Among dances away with the Chairperson of Women’s league Adrine Kobusingye (L) at Kadama Primary School in Kibuku. Right is is Sylvia Suubi Katogo.Photo by Ronald Kabuubi/KMAUpdates. The NRM 2nd National
The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has urged Muslim youths across Nigeria to remain calm and avoid any form of public protest over US President Donald Trump’s threat to attack Nigeria. In a statement on Sunday, Ishaq Akintola, executive director of MURIC, also cautioned Islamic groups against forming militant outfits in reaction to the threat, warning
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Heavy rains have triggered landslides in Kenya’s western Rift Valley region, killing at least 21 people and destroying more than 1,000 homes, according to officials. Kenyan Cabinet Secretary for the Interior Kipchumba Murkomen, in a statement on X on Saturday, said at least 25 people with “serious injuries” have been airlifted from Elgeyo-Marakwet County to
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