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KAMPALA — Famous Kampala socialite Bryan Kirumira, also known as Bryan White, was brought to the Makindye Chief Magistrate's Court today to face serious charges. The ailing socialite was wheeled into the court chambers because of his health condition. Kirumira is accused of human sacrifice and manslaughter (causing the death of a person) following the death of a 25-year-old woman at his home. During the court hearing, the Chief Magistrate, Ms. Sarah Basemera, made the decision to block journalists from seeing what was happening. She locked herself in her chambers with Mr. Kirumira, some police officers, and the father of the deceased woman. This means the proceedings were kept private and away from public view. Kirumira is expected to officially respond to the charges brought against him regarding the woman's death.

  A Member of Parliament (MP) for Kitagwenda County, Joseph Byamukama, has formally asked the Electoral Commission (EC) to disqualify six people planning to run against him in the 2026 elections. The MP filed his petitions on November 13, 2025, claiming that the rivals broke several election rules when they submitted their forms. The petitions target six people, including: Agaba Abbas Mugisha, Spencer George William, Arinaitwe Emmanuel, Nsamba Mubarak, and Arinaitwe Africano (the information provided lists five names, but specifies six aspirants were petitioned against). The allegations made against these aspirants include: Wrong Names: Using names that do not match on different documents, or improperly changing names. For example, the petition specifically mentions that Agaba Abbas Mugisha allegedly used inconsistent names. Fake Papers: Submitting invalid or incorrect academic certificates. Not Resigning: Failing to officially quit their government jobs (public offices) before see...

  KAMPALA — The Uganda Electricity Transmission Company Limited (UETCL) has reported a major power interruption this morning after several electricity towers collapsed due to suspected vandalism. The incident happened at 3:02 AM and has stopped the flow of power to the Mukono North substation, affecting supply to parts of the area. Tragically, UETCL has confirmed that one person has died in connection with the incident. The Uganda Police Force has started a full investigation. UETCL quickly sent a team to the site to check the damage and plans to restore power as fast as possible. UETCL strongly warned the public that destroying power infrastructure is extremely dangerous. "Vandalism not only stops power but is also a danger to human life," the company said in a statement. The public is asked to be watchful. If you see anyone suspicious near electricity towers, please report them immediately to the nearest police station.

The Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) of Uganda's army, Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, met with the top military leader of the UN peacekeeping force in Congo (DRC) this Saturday. The UN leader was Lt Gen Ulisses De Mesquita Gomes, the Force Commander for MONUSCO. The meeting took place at the Special Forces Command (SFC) headquarters in Entebbe. The main topic was how to improve security cooperation in the eastern part of the DRC. Uganda's army (UPDF) is already working there to fight the ADF and other terrorist groups. This operation is called Operation Shujaa and is done with the Congolese army (FARDC). The MONUSCO Force Commander praised the UPDF for helping bring peace to the region, especially Eastern DRC. He said he wants closer cooperation and coordination, including sharing information (intelligence). In reply, Gen Kainerugaba thanked the UN commander for wanting to work with the UPDF and the FARDC to ensure peace. Both sides agreed to work more closely together. Their goal is to...

The Mukono Diocese Cathedral Marathon Run was a big success over the weekend. The event brought together many Christians and well-wishers to collect money for building the new diocesan cathedral. More than 5,000 people took part in the run. This made it one of the largest community events the diocese has ever held. The leader of the diocese, Bishop Rt. Rev. Enos Kitto Kagodo, started this initiative. The goal is to raise enough money to finish the new church, which is expected to cost about UGX 9 billion (Uganda Shillings). The run itself raised over UGX 200 million. Bishop Kagodo asked every family member in the diocese to support the '20K Initiative'. This asks each person to give UGX 20,000 towards the construction. He said the new cathedral will be a sign of faith, unity, and thanks to God. During the event, the diocese asked the Mukono District Health Department to set up a Health Camp. A health team, led by Dr. Stephen Mulindwa, offered free medical services. This allowed...

The Uganda Prisons Service (UPS) took a big step in training its staff by graduating 58 officers. They finished the fourth class of the Prisons Intermediate Command and Staff Course. The ceremony was held on Friday, November 14, 2025, at the Prisons Academy and Training School (PATS) in Luzira. This graduation shows the UPS is working hard to create a strong, professional, and skilled workforce. This training started in 2022 as part of the UPS's plan to prepare a new group of prison leaders. The program has been growing every year: 2023: 20 officers trained. 2024: 30 officers trained. June 2025: 60 officers trained. The course teaches officers key skills like leadership, finding solutions to problems, and management. These skills are vital as the UPS works to meet modern prison standards and Uganda's national goals. Lt. Gen. Joseph Musanyufu, the Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Internal Affairs, was the main guest. He praised the UPS for its important role in making Ugan...

The Nasser International Forum took part in the Pan-African Youth Forum 2025 held in Djibouti. The meeting was organized by the African Union Commission from November 4 to 6, 2025. The main idea of the forum was “From Ambition to Action: Youth as Catalysts for Sustainable Development.” The Nasser Forum's attendance shows its dedication to youth diplomacy and helping to achieve Africa’s Agenda 2063 (Africa's long-term plan). Hassan Ghazaly, the founder of the Nasser International Forum, said that Egypt's participation is a key step to bringing young people closer together. He noted that Djibouti is important because it connects the Arab and African worlds. The forum's group included diverse young people from different countries, showing the group's focus on teamwork and cooperation. The delegation included: Dr. Mohamed Ezz and Engineer Rowan Al-Omda from Egypt. Engineer Hudhaifa Al-Hassan from Sudan. Bubba Fatty (legal expert) from The Gambia. Malika Elias (UN activi...

Phiona Nyamutoro, who is a State Minister for Energy and Mineral Development, is about to win a Parliament seat easily. The Electoral Commission (EC) will announce her as the new Woman Member of Parliament for Nebbi District on November 17, 2025. She will be the winner without any opponents (unopposed) in the 2026 elections. Nyamutoro is unopposed because the EC canceled the nomination of the other candidate. The cancelled candidate was Mercy Rebecca Abedican from the National Unity Platform (NUP) party. The EC made a ruling on November 13, 2025, saying Abedican's nomination was not correct under the law. The reason was that two people who were listed as signing her forms to support her (Godfrey Ongiera and Jimmy Bediic) said they never signed the papers. The EC Chairman, Justice Simon Mugenyi Byabakama, signed the official ruling.

Bryan Kirumira, a well-known socialite also called Bryan White, was sent back to the hospital on Friday. This happened after he came to the Makindye Chief Magistrates Court looking very sick. Too Sick for Court Kirumira was the main person named in a serious court case. The charges are about human sacrifice and killing a 25-year-old woman named Carol Nalubwama. But Bryan White was in so much pain that the court could not go on. He was carried into the room on a mattress and was crying. Both of his feet were heavily bandaged. Magistrate's Order The judge, Grade One Magistrate Lorna Patience Kukundane, saw his condition and quickly stopped the court session. “We are unable to read the charges. Take this man back to hospital,” the Magistrate ordered. Prison officers then lifted Kirumira and carried him away. He was too sick to have the charges read to him or to say if he was guilty or not. Only the people charged with him had their charges formally read out.