Author: Simon Mbago
Jinja: A devastating incident occurred in the early hours of March 11, 2025, in Katende Triangle, Bugembe, Jinja City. Edirisa Isabirye, a 25-year-old boda boda rider, allegedly set his room on fire, intentionally targeting his wife, Mirabu Kakazi, 17, and their 9-month-old daughter, Mirabu Munana. The fire tragically led to the deaths of both the mother and child. Upon investigating the scene, police discovered that Isabirye had become overwhelmed with guilt and subsequently took his own life using a bedsheet. Preliminary investigations suggest that the couple’s marriage had been plagued by toxicity, characterized by frequent arguments, physical abuse, and controlling…
Jinja: Uganda joined the rest of the world in celebrating International Women’s Day, an annual event commemorated on March 8. The day recognizes women’s achievements, raises awareness about their rights, and promotes gender equality. This occasion not only highlights the progress made toward gender parity but also serves as a reminder that true equality remains a work in progress. Achieving it requires continuous effort and dedication. The theme of this year’s Women’s Day, “Accelerate Action,” underscores the urgent need for swift and decisive measures to bridge the gap between women’s rights and reality. Current statistics paint a stark picture: at…
In a groundbreaking move, the Busoga Consortium for Development has launched a large-scale community project to promote soya bean cultivation in the Busoga region. This initiative aims to revolutionize agriculture and empower farmers in the region. The project, which is part of the Village Action Model (VAM), focuses on soya bean farming and livestock rearing. The consortium’s team, led by Director General Mula Anthony, has been engaging with local farmers, particularly in Mayuge District, providing them with essential knowledge and resources to maximize their yields. During these engagements, LC5 Chairperson Bishop Frank Tibagendeka commended the consortium’s efforts, stating, “This project…
Voters in the Busoga subregion are sending a strong message to their leaders as the 2026 general elections approach. They are threatening to hold accountable any leaders who have neglected their duties, particularly Members of Parliament (MPs) who have failed to engage with their constituents. Emmanuel Mbalasa Lutaaya, Political Assistant to the National Resistance Movement (NRM) Vice Chairman for the Eastern Region, criticized MPs who neglect their constituents, calling them out for failing to serve their primary employers—the people. He made these remarks in an interview with Busoga Today on Thursday, March 6, 2025. Commonly known as Commander Emma, Mbalasa,…
Iganga: The police in Busoga East on Wednesday, March 5, 2025, arrested Iganga District’s Nakigo Sub-county LC3 chairman, Hussein Booza, over alleged fraud. Booza’s arrest follows multiple complaints from victims who claimed they were scammed by the chairman, a member of the opposition National Unity Platform (NUP). He allegedly sold his mortgaged house to an unsuspecting buyer, Magrete Nabukalu, for Shs8.5 million. Nabukalu was shocked when bank enforcement officers recently showed up at her doorstep, labeling the house “Bank Property for Sale.” Booza later admitted that he had borrowed money from the bank due to financial challenges. “I asked him…
Jinja: In a significant move to enhance community-police relations and improve crime prevention, the Kiira Region has launched a new community policing initiative in Jinja District. The program aims to bring policing services closer to the people, particularly in rural areas. The initiative, led by Kiira Regional Police Commander (RPC) Charles Nsaba and Head of Community Policing, Commissioner of Police (CP) Anatoli Muleterwa, is part of the Uganda Police Force’s efforts to implement the sub-county policing model, as directed by President Yoweri Museveni in 2019. The launch, organized at Namagera Police Post in Namagera Town Council, Jinja District, on Monday,…
Jinja: Busoga United FC secured a hard-fought victory against visiting Kataka FC at the Kyabazinga Stadium in Bugembe, Jinja City, on Sunday, March 2, 2025. The match intensified in the first half when Anthony Mayanja scored the opening goal for Busoga United. Despite Kataka FC’s relentless efforts, they were unable to find the back of the net, ultimately succumbing to a 1-0 defeat. The victory is a crucial one for Busoga United FC, who hosted the match in front of their passionate home crowd. Busoga United is determined to rebuild momentum in its quest for a top position in the…
Jinja: In a significant achievement, the Kiira region has been ranked as the most effective in crime prevention within the Busoga sub-region, according to intelligence estimates. The region’s dedicated joint security operations, monitoring, and evaluation efforts have resulted in a notable reduction in violent crimes, including armed robberies and organized crime. Speaking during the Regional Joint Operations Command meeting on Wednesday, February 26, 2025, at the Jinja City Council chambers, Kiira Regional Police Commander (RPC), SSP Charles Nsaba, emphasized the importance of intelligence-led operations and cautioned against mass arrests. “We are against mass arrests. Your performance is not judged by…
Jinja – The Jinja City Authorities are set to conduct an operation to remove businesses and developments encroaching on designated service lanes in Jinja Southern Division, home to the city center and a hub for busy commercial activities. The operation aims to enhance public safety, ensure accessibility for utility providers and emergency services, and promote organized urban growth. This proactive measure follows recent fire incidents that highlighted the dangers of blocked emergency access routes. In the past few days, massive fires have impacted timber workshops, with the most recent blaze destroying a warehouse along Eng. Zikusooka Road. By clearing these…
In a groundbreaking initiative, civil society organizations in Busoga are working together to address the interconnected issues of disability, gender-based violence (GBV), and climate conservation. This holistic approach recognizes the unique challenges faced by women and girls with disabilities (WGDs) and seeks to empower them as agents of change. The initiative promotes climate-smart agriculture, establishes demonstration gardens, and launches “Go Green” campaigns to plant trees and promote environmental conservation. Additionally, it fosters an enabling policy environment to eliminate violence against WGDs by integrating prevention and response measures into national and local policy frameworks. This innovative approach not only addresses the…