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Police probe comedian Kapere’s sudden death

The police have launched an investigation into the death of popular comedian Yokana Mbuuse, alias Kapere Lufotose, who collapsed at his daughter’s school after complaining of a severe headache. Kapere, 56, was attending a visitation and graduation ceremony at Jolivo Day Care and Junior School in Kyimbejja, Wakiso district, on Sunday when he suddenly fell […] The post Police probe comedian Kapere’s sudden death appear

The Observer · 2 Nov 2026

Comedian Kapere Lufotose Dies

The Amarula Family comedian, whose distinctive appearance and unconventional performances made him a household name, has died at a hospital in Buddo, Wakiso District, with tributes pouring in from political and entertainment figures.

Nile Post · 1 Nov 2026

22 Rescued as Brother Ronnie’s Church Building Under Construction Collapses

At least 22 people have been rescued after a building under construction at Holy City Church, Brother Ronnie’s Ministries, in Bwerenga, Katabi Town Council, Wakiso District, collapsed on Monday evening. The Church belongs to Brother Ronnie Makabai. Police in Entebbe confirmed the incident, saying rescue operations were ongoing as emergency teams worked to establish whether […] The post 22 Rescued as Brother Ronnie’s

Watchdog Uganda · 26 Oct 2026

Nabakooba, Attorney General assure Matugga landowners of full compensation before relocation as govt acquires 600 acres for Dei BioPharma

MATUGGA — Lands Minister Judith Nabakooba and Attorney General Sam Mayanja have assured landowners in Matugga, Wakiso District, that they will be fully compensated before relocating to make way for the expansion of Dei BioPharma Limited’s pharmaceutical and vaccine manufacturing facility. Speaking at a community meeting with residents of Gombe Division, Nansana Municipality, on Friday, […] The post Nabakooba, Attorne

Watchdog Uganda · 26 Oct 2026

Former Busiro South MP Charles Matovu to Be Buried on Sunday

Former Busiro South MP Charles Matovu will be laid to rest at his ancestral home in Wakiso District as the National Unity Platform prepares a series of tributes following his death at Mulago National Referral Hospital.

Nile Post · 23 Oct 2026

Delayed Road Projects: Who Benefits as Ugandans Pay the Price?

BY SASHA ACHOLA AND MONICA KUEI For Catherine Nabweteme, 62, a resident of Kirwanira Cell in Gombe Division, Nansana Municipality, Wakiso District, the construction of the Kyaliwajjala–Kira–Kasangati–Matugga Road has brought years of uncertainty over compensation for her land. Nabweteme lives along the 23-kilometre road, whose construction was launched by President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni in December […] The post Dela

Watchdog Uganda · 21 Oct 2026

Two Pupils Killed in Maganjo School Dormitory Fire

Three other children were injured in the blaze at Hami Junior School in Wakiso District as police investigate the cause and urge schools and other facilities to strengthen fire safety measures.

Nile Post · 20 Oct 2026

URC starts demolishing structures to reclaim railway reserve

Kyengera, Uganda | URN | There was tension and anguish in Masanda Village, Kyengera Town Council, Wakiso District, on Monday as Uganda Railways Corporation (URC) bulldozers demolished structures built on its railway reserve in an operation aimed at reclaiming the land for railway development. Excavators and backhoe loaders moved along a dusty road cutting … The post URC starts demolishing structures to reclaim railwa

The Independent Uganda · 19 Oct 2026

Muhindo Courts Kira Voters as PLU Pushes Transformation

Muhindo Courts Kira Voters as PLU Pushes Transformation PLU officials report new members joining the movement as supporters discuss leadership, stability and Uganda’s political future By Brian Mugenyi KIRA, WAKISO — Ambassador Johnny Muhindo has urged Ugandans to join the Patriotic League of Uganda (PLU), saying the organisation seeks to promote leadership, stability and development […] The post Muhindo Courts Kira V

Watchdog Uganda · 18 Oct 2026

Businessman remanded over Shs62m land fraud

GARUGA: A businessman has been remanded to prison over allegations of obtaining Shs62 million from a buyer by falsely claiming to be selling him land in Garuga, Wakiso District. Gashari Samuel was arraigned before the Nakawa Chief Magistrate’s Court on charges of obtaining money by false pretence, contrary to Section 285 of the Penal Code […] The post Businessman remanded over Shs62m land fraud appeared first on Watc

Watchdog Uganda · 16 Oct 2026