Author: Simon Mbago
Jinja: The Uganda Hotel and Tourism Training Institute (UHTTI) successfully hosted the first edition of the National Hospitality Skills Competition, showcasing the country’s growing expertise in hospitality and tourism. The three-day event, held from February 12–14, 2025, at the UHTTI campus in Jinja City, brought together top hospitality and tourism institutions, including Victoria University, Kyambogo University, and Pearl Crest Training Institution, among others. They competed in four trades: Pastry and Bakery, Cookery, Restaurant Services, and Floristry. The competition aimed to promote hands-on skills and excellence in hospitality and tourism training. Hon. Tom Butime, Minister of Tourism, Wildlife, and Antiquities, graced…
Jinja: Jinja Regional Referral Hospital staff are facing an uncertain future as a contentious dispute has erupted between the renowned government health facility and Jinja City Council over a building that has served as staff accommodation for decades. The city council has put the colonial-era property, which has housed hospital staff, up for sale. This move has left health workers in a state of uncertainty, with the possibility of losing their shelter or being forced to stay at the hospital. Located on Plot 47, School Lane, in Jinja City, the aging house was recently advertised in newspapers, with the Jinja…
Jinja: A suspected Ebola case has caused tension in Mafubira Zone B, Northern Division, Jinja City. A boda boda cyclist, who exhibited symptoms similar to Ebola, passed away after being rushed to Jinja Regional Referral Hospital on Sunday, February 9, 2025. According to Jinja City Health Officer Dr. Fredrick Isabirye, the deceased had been experiencing headaches and was taken to the hospital, where he unfortunately died on Sunday evening. Notably, the deceased lived near two individuals who tested positive for Ebola last week in the same area. Dr. Isabirye confirmed that samples from the deceased have been taken for testing…
A massive fire broke out at Noah Garage on Spire Road in Jinja City last night, killing one person and destroying property valued at millions. The inferno, which reportedly started around 11:30 pm on Sunday, rapidly intensified and engulfed the entire timber workshop, originating from a single kiosk, leaving a trail of devastation in its wake. Eyewitnesses described the scene as chaotic, with flames consuming the garage and nearby structures. Despite efforts to contain the fire, it continued to rage, destroying everything in its path. Police, through the Kiira regional spokesperson SP James Mubi, confirmed that the tragedy claimed the…
Busoga: Access to education is a fundamental right of every child, which should be provided in a safe and conducive learning environment. The Government of Uganda has since made significant strides in improving primary and secondary school enrollment for both girls and boys, including those with disabilities, through initiatives like Universal Primary Education (UPE) and Universal Secondary Education (USE). However, for these programs to be effective, children need access to quality education and a violence-free environment to complete their education cycle. Unfortunately, research indicates that sexual violence against children in Uganda is widespread, occurring in almost all settings, including schools.…
Luuka: The Luuka District Local Government has interdicted Mr. George Mudhuli, the Headteacher of Tabingwa Primary School, following allegations of misconduct. Mr. Simon Peter Akilenge, the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) for Luuka District, in his letter, accused Mr. Mudhuli of accepting Shs17 million from Ms. Baisemubaka Sylvia, a Clinical Officer, to facilitate her promotion, which he allegedly failed to fulfill. “Your actions portray gross misconduct on your part, which cannot be tolerated in the public service,” Mr. Akilenge wrote in the interdiction letter dated February 4, 2025. The allegations claim that Mr. Mudhuli committed to repaying the money but failed…
Jinja: Jinja Regional Referral Hospital and the Nalufenya Children’s Ward in Jinja City are among the beneficiaries of the general cleanliness initiative carried out by the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) ahead of the 44th Tarehe Sita celebrations. On Wednesday, February 5, 2025, the national army cleaned the Busoga region’s health facilities to promote good sanitation in public places. This initiative marks the completion of the annual Army Week celebrated in every region. Communal activities take center stage as the men in uniform embark on cleaning public spaces across the country. “During this week, we always return to our strategic…
On Monday, February 3, 2025, health reports indicated that two cases of Ebola had been confirmed, while at least 25 people were ferried to the National Quarantine Center in Uganda’s capital, Kampala. The patients and suspects are contacts of a 32-year-old male nurse at Mulago National Referral Hospital, who tested positive and succumbed to the disease last week. Addressing journalists at Jinja City Hall on Tuesday, Mr. Saidi Kalume, the senior health educator of Jinja City, confirmed that the two suspects are relatives of the deceased index case and were all located in Mafubira Zone B, in the Northern Division…
Jinja: Residents of Wanyama Village in Mutekanga Zone, Northern Division, Jinja City, are in shock after unknown gunmen shot and killed Opusi Emma, an Airtel money distribution agent working under VG Keweshala Limited. The incident occurred on Monday, February 3, 2024, at around 4 p.m. while Opusi Emma was traveling on a motorcycle with registration number UFG 397Q. The gunmen, who were reportedly in a dark blue Toyota Premio with an unidentified number plate, shot Opusi Emma and fled with an unspecified amount of money. Locals rushed to Opusi Emma’s aid and took him to Alshafa Private Hospital in Northern…
Jinja: Busoga United FC, a community football club under the patronage of the Kyabazinga of Busoga, William Wilberforce Nadiope Gabula IV, has taken a significant step toward strengthening its team. The club has unveiled nine new players, bolstering its squad ahead of the new season. The new signings were announced during a media event at Speke Courts Hotel in Jinja city on Monday, February 3, 2025. The event was attended by the club’s interim CEO, Daniel Gulere, and team manager, Moses Lubanda. The nine new players joining Busoga United FC are: Ivan Bacho (goalkeeper) from URA FC, who signed a…