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    Eddie Mutwe Committed to High Court, Transferred to Luzira Amid Health Concerns

    Farish Magembe | May 20, 2025
    Eddie Mutwe, Bobi Wine’s security chief, appeared frail and in pain as a Masaka court committed him to the High Court on assault charges, ordering his transfer...

    Uganda’s Oldest Journalist, John Johns Yakuze, Dies at 102

    Farish Magembe | May 11, 2025
    Yakuze has working with Radio Buddu in Masaka for over 20 years.

    Bobi Wine Demands Justice as Eddie Mutwe’s Torture Allegations Shock Nation

    Farish Magembe | May 8, 2025
    All charges against Eddie Mutwe should be dropped immediately. He has been tortured

    Amuriat Tells NUP to Stop Lamenting and Start Acting After Eddie Mutwe Photo Surfaces

    Farish Magembe | May 2, 2025
    FDC President Patrick Oboi Amuriat has called out NUP leaders for what he sees as passive outrage following images of Eddie Mutwe in military custody, urging th...

    Bishop Jjumba Slams Catholic Professionals for Undermining Fellow Believers

    Farish Magembe | May 1, 2025
    At Masaka Diocese’s Labour Day Mass, Catholic professionals heard a stern call to self-examination as Bishop Serverus Jjumba urged them to abandon workplace riv...

    Masaka Bishop Warns Against Selling Votes Ahead of 2026 Polls

    Farish Magembe | Apr 20, 2025
    Bishop Serverus Jjumba appealed to the faithful to support candidates with genuine intentions and to advocate for them boldly within their communities

    Bishop Nsereko Decries Rampant Corruption, Calls for National Prayer During Easter

    Farish Magembe | Apr 17, 2025
    When you observe how officials scramble for every bit of money that comes their way, you can’t help but believe they have strayed from their true purpose

    Heavy Storm Devastates Kyotera Villages, Leaving Many Homeless

    Farish Magembe | Mar 14, 2025

    Masaka Mourns the Death of Muhamad Ssegirinya

    Farish Magembe | Jan 10, 2025
    We were all shocked. It’s hard to believe that we have lost such a leader, a friend, and a family member,” said one of his relatives, visibly distraught

    Power Line Vandalism Sparks Alarm in Masaka

    Farish Magembe | Jan 8, 2025
    The power lines, vital for supplying electricity to neighbouring countries like Tanzania and Rwanda as well as supporting Masaka’s key coffee processing plants,...

    UPDF General Fences Off Landing Site in Masaka

    Farish Magembe | Dec 30, 2024
    The residents allege that the land, historically used by the community, has been fraudulently acquired by General Elly Kayanja, who they accuse of obtaining a l...

    Sudan Demands Apology Over Gen Muhoozi’s Controversial Remarks

    Farish Magembe | Dec 19, 2024
    The fallout from Gen. Muhoozi’s latest remarks has further strained relations between Uganda and Sudan, nations that have traditionally maintained cordial ties.

    Anthrax outbreak in Sembabule claims lives of two people,several cattle

    Farish Magembe | Dec 19, 2024

    Gomba Trader Severely Mutilated Over Coffee Theft

    Farish Magembe | Dec 13, 2024
    Coffee is becoming a life and death produce as farmers guard their berries with decisiveness

    Ministry of Education Launches Initiative to Strengthen School Inspections 

    Farish Magembe | Dec 13, 2024

    Police Rescue Journalist’s Son After Kidnapping Ordeal

    Farish Magembe | Dec 9, 2024

    Police investigate disappearance of prominent Masaka journalist's son

    Farish Magembe | Dec 8, 2024

    Jubilating Arsenal Fan Fatally Shot in Lukaya

    Farish Magembe | Dec 5, 2024
    It is the second year running that games between the two English giants has elicited wild emotions thousands of kilometres back home in Kampala.

    Police Investigate Fatal Road Accident on Kampala-Masaka Highway

    Farish Magembe | Dec 3, 2024

    Kyotera Coffee Farmers Plead for Action Amid Rising Theft

    Farish Magembe | Dec 2, 2024

    Makerere Launches Drowning Prevention Programme to Combat Alarming Fatalities

    Farish Magembe | Nov 29, 2024

    Police Intensify Crackdown on Cannabis and Crime

    Farish Magembe | Nov 27, 2024
    The nationwide crackdown, which took place between November 21 and 23, 2024, resulted in multiple arrests and the destruction of illegal cannabis plants.

    Govt Targets Exploitative Boda Boda Loan Providers as Rider Killings Surge

    Farish Magembe | Nov 27, 2024
    The Ministry of Microfinance, led by Minister Haruna Kyeyune Kasolo, has announced that some loan providers may be exploiting riders and potentially contributin...

    Elephants Kill Herdsman in Kyotera

    Farish Magembe | Nov 27, 2024
    Bijula, who had been at a local bar, left around 7:00 PM and discovered his cows were missing upon returning. He set out to search for them, but during this sea...

    MP Namujju, Lwengo Leader Clash Over Sh1.6bn Funding Source

    Farish Magembe | Nov 27, 2024
    Political leaders from Lwengo are clamouring to claim responsibility for Shs1.6bn earmarked for the construction of Kyazanga Town Council headquarters with each...

    Kyotera District Residents Criticize Slow Development as Anniversary Approaches

    Farish Magembe | Nov 25, 2024

    NUP supporters in Masaka honor late Frank Ssenteza’s legacy

    Farish Magembe | Nov 23, 2024

    Four Masaka City, district officials arrested in anti-corruption sweep

    Farish Magembe | Nov 23, 2024

    Masaka Mayor To Crack Down on Buildings Polluting Drainage System

    Farish Magembe | Nov 22, 2024

    Ssenyonyi Leads Nationwide Campaign Against Coffee Sector Changes

    Farish Magembe | Nov 19, 2024

    Kyotera to politicians bury hatchet; vow to end election violence

    Farish Magembe | Nov 19, 2024

    Masaka's slum expansion worries authorities

    Farish Magembe | Nov 16, 2024

    Masaka Coffee Farmers and Leaders Oppose UCDA Merger, Demand Inclusive Consultation

    Farish Magembe | Oct 30, 2024

    Water Shortages Affect School Performance In Lwengo And Masaka

    Farish Magembe | Oct 24, 2024

    Kyotera Journalists Released After Arrest Over Unlicensed Radio Stations

    Farish Magembe | Oct 16, 2024
    The journalists—Katamba Badr of Crest FM, Hamid Nyonzimba of KY FM, and Namata Angle of Mpungu FM—were taken into custody during an intelligence-led operation c...

    Masaka Police Investigate Suspected Suicide After Man is Found Dead

    Farish Magembe | Oct 15, 2024

    Students Get UNEB Reprieve After Headteacher Absconds With Fees

    Farish Magembe | Oct 14, 2024

    Bishop Jumba Urges Catholics to Engage in Politics, Calls for Unity

    Farish Magembe | Oct 14, 2024

    Buddu County Chief Urges Discipline Ahead of Masaza Cup Final

    Farish Magembe | Oct 13, 2024
    Buddu will face Kyaggwe in the final on November 2 at Namboole Stadium.

    Twelve Students to Miss UNEB Exams After Director Misuses Fees

    Farish Magembe | Oct 12, 2024
    The distressing situation follows allegations that the school’s Director of Studies, Tonny Lusiba, embezzled their registration fees and fled.

    John Jones Yakuze: Uganda’s First Presidential Press Secretary Reflects on Nation's Journey

    Farish Magembe | Oct 11, 2024
    Yakuze's path to becoming Uganda’s first presidential press secretary was an unconventional one. Before stepping into the world of media, he was trained as a me...

    Masaka Judge Katamba Sets Free Arson School Suspect After Years in Detention

    Farish Magembe | Oct 8, 2024
    Having been a minor at the time of his arrest, Talemwa had spent several years in detention, awaiting trial alongside the other accused.

    Masaka's Bishop Jumba Urges Govt to Prioritise People's Needs Over Parliamentary Expenditures

    Farish Magembe | Oct 7, 2024
    Speaking at the Masaka Diocesan Health Annual General Meeting, the bishop stressed the importance of prioritizing healthcare services and personnel in underserv...

    Mpuuga Calls NUP Leaders 'Old Infants'

    Farish Magembe | Oct 7, 2024

    How Kalisizo General Hospital Struggles Without X-Ray Machine

    Farish Magembe | Oct 7, 2024

    Museveni Urges Support for the Elderly as Uganda Marks International Day of Older Persons

    Farish Magembe | Oct 1, 2024
    Museveni stressed the importance of caring for the elderly, noting that as the country observes this special day, it is crucial to address the challenges they f...

    Devastating Wildfire Displaces 260 in Kalangala

    Farish Magembe | Oct 1, 2024
    The fire, suspected to have been started by a woman smoking fish, erupted unexpectedly in the bustling landing site, catching residents off guard as they carrie...

    NDA boss, Dr.Bitekyerezo raises alarm over rampant theft of govt medicines

    Farish Magembe | Sep 30, 2024

    Outrage after video surfaces of Kyotera man viciously battering wife

    Farish Magembe | Sep 27, 2024
    The shocking incident, which took place on July 13, 2024, has ignited widespread public outrage after a video of the assault circulated on social media.

    Police investigate mysterious death of primary six pupil at Kyotera school

    Farish Magembe | Sep 24, 2024
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