Author: Simon Mbago
A shocking incident has gripped the community of Budondo in Jinja city as Fred Mitega, a 51-year-old resident, stands accused of brutally murdering his wife, Zaina Nakisige, allegedly over suspicions of infidelity with a local pastor. The tragic event, which unfolded on January 27, 2024, has sparked outrage and intensified police efforts to bring the perpetrator to justice. According to police reports, the fatal altercation occurred around midnight, resulting in Nakisige’s untimely death at the hands of her husband. Mitega purportedly used an axe to fatally strike his wife’s head following heated accusations of her involvement in an extramarital affair…
President Yoweri Museveni, addressing the national liberation day celebrations at St John SS Wakitaka in Jinja city, has made a significant commitment to revive free education in Uganda. Expressing concern over high fees charged by some school authorities, Museveni emphasized the need to reinstate the Universal Primary Education (UPE) program. The president also addressed issues in the health sector and pledged road construction initiatives to enhance the socio-economic transformation of the region. President Museveni voiced disappointment with government school authorities for undermining the 1996 program of free education, leading to school dropouts due to exorbitant fees. He called for collective…
In a plea for urgent assistance, boda-boda riders in Jinja city are reaching out to President Yoweri Museveni to address the critical challenges they face regarding motorcycle loans. This distressing situation has led to tragic outcomes, including suicides and the loss of valuable properties among the riders. The boda-boda riders express their deep concerns over the stringent conditions imposed by corporate companies offering motorcycle loans. Many riders, already struggling with low income, find themselves in precarious situations due to the allegedly unfair practices of these lending companies. Simon Musobya Eria, the chairperson of boda-boda riders in Jinja city, sheds light…
The Rotary Club of the Source of the Nile in Jinja has taken a significant step in promoting agriculture by generously donating a brand new tractor and other agricultural equipment to 200 farmers in Mayuge district. The initiative, under the umbrella of the “Buwerere Agricultural Skilling Initiative,” aims to enhance the skills and productivity of local farmers in the Buwerere village, Mbirabila parish, Bukatube subcounty. The group of determined farmers, operating on 200 acres of land generously donated by Rays of Africa International, is now equipped with modern agricultural machinery and knowledge. In addition to receiving the much-needed equipment, the…
The City Development Forum (CDF) in Jinja is actively pursuing its mission to foster the transformation and sustainability of the city, calling for increased financial support to propel its ambitious initiatives. Serving as a crucial platform for stakeholders to address urban challenges and drive developmental projects, the CDF plays a pivotal role in bridging the gap between city authorities and the diverse community of Jinja. Established in 2010 under the Decentralization Policy Framework and the Local Government Act, the CDF encompasses various stakeholder categories, including the business community, boda-boda operators, Persons with Disabilities (PWDs), media representatives, hotel operators, garbage collectors,…
Police in Busoga East have apprehended two suspects, Enoch Ngwire, a 25-year-old resident of Kinyabwina village, and Ronald, a traditional healer from Nabitu village in Buwaaya sub-county, in connection to the brutal murder of 82-year-old businessman Alex Owori in Mayuge. The elderly victim, a sugarcane dealer and farmer, was allegedly killed on his way to his garden after recently selling his sugarcane plantation and pocketing shs.8 million. According to reports, Owori left home for gardening on Friday at around 8 am and did not return, prompting family members to search for him. Unfortunately, his lifeless body was found in a…
In a significant move towards fostering professionalism within law enforcement, over 100 police officers across three policing regions in Busoga—Kiira, Busoga North, and Busoga East—recently underwent comprehensive training on the pre-trial process and the protection of suspects’ rights. The one-day workshop, held at Source of the Nile Hostel in Jinja City over the weekend, aimed to instill a human rights-based approach to policing, emphasizing the implementation of the Uganda Human Rights Policy. Assistant Inspector General of Police (AIGP) Erasmus Twaruhukwa, the Director of Human Rights and Legal Services, presided over the training, emphasizing the paramount importance of upholding human rights…
In a significant move towards transparent land governance, the Jinja City Council has approved the city’s Land Board Committee after a period of controversial appointments. The committee is tasked with overseeing the issuance of land titles to residents and leases for those undertaking developmental projects within the city. Chaired by speaker Bernard Mbayo, the council approved the following members for the committee: Jamil Mukama Sanyu (Chairperson), Alex Luganda, Harriet Mirembe, Phillip Bogore (Uncle Philly), Barbra Munyaruguru, Muhammad Katuntubir, and Emmanuel Kamugisha Joram. The approval process witnessed the presence of City Mayor Peter Alton Kasolo Okocha and Deputy Mayor Fazirah Kauma…
In a shocking incident, Job Wafula, a health worker assigned to Lolwe Health III in Namayingo district, was apprehended on Friday morning for allegedly stealing drugs from the government health facility on Lolwe Island. The arrest followed a tip-off from the facility’s local watchman, who raised an alarm about the nurse’s suspicious activities during the early hours. Wafula was intercepted with a cache of stolen medical supplies, including fifteen malaria testing kits and various drugs used in the treatment of malaria. According to reports, he was transporting these items to his undisclosed local pharmacy. The suspect is currently detained at…
National Resistance Movement (NRM) officials gathered at Jinja City Hall on Wednesday to strategize for the upcoming celebrations of the National Resistance Army (NRA) Liberation Day. This vibrant annual event, observed on January 26, aims to honor the efforts of the NRA revolutionists, led by President Museveni, in bringing peace and stability to Uganda after overthrowing previous governments in 1986. This year’s celebration will be hosted in Jinja city at Wakitaka playground in eastern Uganda. The stakeholder meeting, attended by dignitaries such as Third Deputy Prime Minister Rukia Isanga Naakadama, Minister for Presidency Milly Babairye Babalanda, State Minister Persis Namuganza,…