Author: Simon Mbago
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…
Jinja: A swift response from the Kiira Regional Fire Brigade on Tuesday, February 25, 2025, prevented a potentially disastrous fire at SW Bonded Warehouse in Jinja City along Eng. Zikusooka Road. The warehouse, which temporarily stores imported goods, caught fire, but thanks to the bravery and efficiency of the fire officers, the blaze was contained. Regional Fire Officer SP Manisulu Isabirye quickly dispatched his team and fire trucks to the scene, receiving support from external stakeholders, including TASO, GM Sugar Limited, and Nytil. Fortunately, no lives were lost, and no vehicles were damaged in the incident. The fire was also…
Kaliro: A 23-year-old private security guard, David Musaba, was brutally murdered while on duty at Stabex Fuel Station in Kaliro Town Council on Sunday night. According to preliminary investigations, Musaba reported for his night shift at 7 p.m. alongside his colleague, Ojara Daniel. He was last seen alive by Ojara at around 2 a.m. Tragically, Musaba’s lifeless body was discovered in a pool of blood at the service bay around 4 a.m., with his rifle still beside him. Security footage obtained by police revealed that the assailant, wearing a distinctive red cap and armed with a hoe, attacked Musaba at…
Jinja: A tragic incident occurred in Buwenge rural sub-county, Jinja district, on Friday, February 21, 2025, when Dan Mugeri, a 30-year-old suspected thief, took his own life while in police custody at Kagoma sub-county police station. Mugeri was accused of stealing Shs. 500,000 from his employer in Bukomansimbi district in January 2025 and had been on the run since. He was arrested by the area LC 1 Chairperson and the General Secretary before being handed over to the police. However, at around 10:30 AM, he reportedly used his trousers to take his own life. “He used his trousers to end…
Jinja: Tragedy struck in Buwenge Town Council, Jinja District, on Wednesday, February 19, 2025, at 9PM, when a sugarcane truck overturned, leaving three people seriously injured. The driver of the truck, registration number UBD 023V, lost control, causing the vehicle to overturn multiple times along the Jinja-Kamuli road. The three crew members—Zefa Kazingiri, 30, Byansi Sulaiman, 25, and Ibra Wadembule—all residents of Buyengo Town Council, were rushed to Buwenge Health Center IV for medical attention. In a statement on Thursday afternoon, SP James Mubi, Kiira Regional Police spokesperson, said the truck was heading toward Jinja and was fully loaded with…
Jinja:Believers of the Orthodox faith in the Busoga subregion are eagerly awaiting the arrival of His Beatitude Theodore II, Pope and Patriarch of Alexandria and All Africa. The spiritual leader of the Orthodox Church in Africa is visiting Uganda for three days, engaging with church stakeholders, Ugandan authorities, and exploring the Pearl of Africa. The Pope is scheduled to visit the Orthodox Diocese of Jinja and Eastern Uganda on Friday, February 21, 2025. Spiritual authorities at the Jinja Diocese have confirmed that he will be at the church on Gokhale Road in Jinja City at 9 AM. “We are privileged…
Buikwe: A tragic road accident in the early hours of February 16, 2025, at Mbiko along the Jinja-Kampala Highway in Buikwe District claimed the lives of three individuals. According to eyewitnesses and police reports, a Mitsubishi Fuso truck, registration number UBF 164D, was traveling from Kampala to Jinja when it lost control due to excessive speed. The vehicle veered off the road and crashed into a trench in Mbiko Trading Centre. “It is alleged that the Mitsubishi Fuso truck, registration number UBF 164D, driven by a one Lubega, was transporting sacks of maize from Kampala. Upon reaching Mbiko Trading Centre,…
On Saturday, February 15, 2025, the 2nd Edition of the MTN Busoga Masaza Cycling Championship came to an exciting close, with cyclists from across Busoga competing in a thrilling 175km race. The race started and ended at Busoga Kingdom Headquarters in Bugembe, Jinja City. The competition, which aimed to promote cycling talent and tackle teenage pregnancy, was a huge success, attracting 44 participants from all the eleven chiefdoms of Busoga. The championship featured two categories: Tippa (Gaali Ensoga) and Mountain Sport Bikes. Tifu Luganda from Bukoli chiefdom took top honors in the Tipa category, while John Odoto from Kigulu chiefdom…